Bluestocking emerged as the winner of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe after being supplemented into the race just earlier that week. She was backed into 5-1 from 11-1 this morning and British trainer Ralph Beckett celebrated the victory. Fantastic Moon was initially planned to run but was eventually pulled out due to the soft ground. Bradsell won the Prix de l’Abbaye, marking the runner’s last race and victory for trainer Ed Walker.
In the Prix Jean-Luc Lagadere, Camille Pissarro claimed victory in a tight finish, while Vertical Blue surprised everyone by winning the Prix Marcel Boussac at odds of 100-1. The Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe betting market was wide open, with a diverse field of contenders, including favorites such as Sosie and Los Angeles.
Aidan O’Brien had a successful weekend with four wins on Saturday, setting the stage for an exciting day at Longchamp. The Arc de Triomphe is considered the world’s greatest Flat race, and the 103rd edition promised to be a thrilling and unpredictable event. With the likes of Los Angeles, Al Riffa, Kinross, and other top contenders, the race had a competitive field with no clear favorite. The undercard featured several Group One races for juveniles and older horses, offering a mix of talented competitors for racing fans to enjoy.
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