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Gosden hopes to hear the right ‘Opera’ Note with Nashwa


Wide draws are generally seen as negative around ParisLongchamp but that hasn’t stopped the two eventual winners of the Prix de l’Opera Longines (G1), both of whom edged out booth 14.

However, the enthusiasm about this year’s favorite Nashwa probably cooled off after the news of her draw on the 13th slot and her chances are further complicated by the lack of forecast pace in the October 2 race where she bid for the third consecutive group 1 prize.

Nashwa has yet to encounter soft or heavy ground, despite her dam Princess Loulou is a winner listed on heavy ground.

Coach John Gosden said: “She’s not the best in 13 from 16, but she’s in good form staying home late and it’s always been the plan to come here after Goodwood.

“The ground is a mystery because so far she’s mostly run on good ground, including in French Oaks (Prix de Diane) where they say it’s good to soft, but it’s almost good ground. .”

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While Nashwa contests the lead at the start of the previous two Prix de Diane (G1), adopting such a track position in Sunday’s 1/4 mile event could prove problematic for with Hollie Doyle. Her mount was also raised when landing Qatar Nassau Stakes (G1) last time, and this seems like a better race.

The addition of Trevaunance adds appeal to Opera in two ways. First, this unexposed type has a highly progressive profile, and second, her impressive success in the Prix de la Nonette (G2) has proven her suitability in setting fractions. . She’s the only person in the field to have been on top form lately.

“It’s a good chance for her to run in group 1, so we’re rolling the dice,” commented coach Jessica Harrington. “She always looks so pretty and healthy in her last runs.”

Trevaunance is drawn on stall 11 and assuming the lead in early skirmishes will be difficult, but she has the tools to create a surprise if Shane Foley can position herself properly. The test field is a mystery, but descendants of Muhaarar tend to appreciate ease on the ground.

The only runner who really imagines being drawn low is On the curve at stall 5, and she has a lot of her benefits.

Strong daughter of American pharoah eye-catching from an aesthetic point of view when dwarfing before his age La Petite Coco when she leveled up in Moyglare Jewels Blandford Stakes (G2) when she returned from her previous 105 day break.

La Petite Coco finally threw in the scarf, and that’s On the Curve’s credit, she finds further as a new challenger emerges in the race-fit mare Insinuendo , who objected to losing two lbs. worse terms.

The negativity surrounding Above the Curve in the market at Curragh suggests better can be expected in Longchamp and the fact that Ryan Moore rides her rather than the classic win. Tuesday also owned by Coolmore, is a big vote of confidence.

British or Irish contenders have won five of the Opera House’s last seven runs and On the Curve, Tuesday, My Astra and Trevaunance add more depth to the tour group.

Moore won the Cazoo Oaks (G1) on Tuesday but rode the boat On the Curve trained by Joseph O’Brien instead.

“She’s been in good form since she won at Curragh,” said Above the Curve coach Joseph O’Brien. “That makes her lovely for this race, and I’m happy with her performance. I’m a bit worried about the pitch not being good for her.”

Aidan O’Brien, Tuesday’s coach, expects a better attempt to reach fourth in the September 11 Qatar Prix Vermeille (G1) from his opponent.

“She seems to be in very good shape,” he said. “The last day (in Prix Vermeille) was a bit of a mess as she got a bad draw and got stuck wide.

The Prix de l’Opera Longines is the Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” challenge race for Producers Mark Filly & Mare Turf (G1T) in Keeneland on November 5.

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