Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted May 25, 2018 Journalists Share Posted May 25, 2018 Nobody needs reminding what Aidan O’Brien can do with his Australian imports and Merchant Navy (Aus) (Fastnet Rock {Aus}) begins his European journey on Saturday in the G2 Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands S. at The Curragh. Haradasun (Aus) (Fusaichi Pegasus), Starspangledbanner (Aus) (Choisir {Aus}) and So You Think (NZ) (High Chaparral {Ire}) have set a high precedent, but it will be a surprise if the Nov. 4 G1 Coolmore Stud S. winner is not capable of attaining the same standard in the Northern Hemisphere. Last seen finishing customarily strongly to be third to Redkirk Warrior (GB) (Notnowcato {GB}) in the G1 Newmarket H. at Flemington Mar. 10, the bay has the attention of O’Brien now and he said, “He has a lovely, relaxed way of moving and has a lovely mind, which is always a bit of an advantage for a sprinter. He is going to be here for Ascot, but I’m not sure if he can be here for the July Cup as he has stallion obligations in Australia and has to be back in time to start for that.” This is no soft touch for Merchant Navy, with last year’s G1 Prix Maurice de Gheest winner Brando (GB) (Pivotal {GB}) lining up after finishing second to Harry Angel (Ire) (Dark Angel {Ire}) in the May 16 G2 Duke of York S., which Shadwell’s Tasleet (GB) (Showcasing {GB}) was ruled out of at the eleventh hour. They are proper top-level sprinters who set a lofty standard. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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