Cadran hero Caballo De Mar gives George Scott his first Group One success
Key Takeaways
- Caballo De Mar won the Qatar Prix du Cadran at ParisLongchamp.
- This victory represents the biggest career success for trainer George Scott, marking his first Group One win in Europe.
- The horse has shown significant improvement, rising from low-grade handicaps to winning major international races.
- The win was achieved for the owners Victorious Forever, a new venture involving Shaikh Nasser and Shaikh Khalid.
- Future plans for Caballo De Mar may include races in the Middle East next year, such as the Red Sea Turf and World Cup night.
Caballo De Mar provided trainer George Scott with the pinnacle of his career by winning the gutsy Qatar Prix du Cadran at ParisLongchamp, marking his first top-level success in Europe after previous Group One wins in Bahrain. The horse's journey has been remarkable, starting with a low handicap mark of 64 last September and progressing through strong performances, including a second in the Chester Cup and a win in the German St Leger. Scott expressed immense elation, describing the win as a long-awaited and special moment for his team, highlighting the horse's huge heart and durability. The victory was also significant for the owners, Victorious Forever, a new partnership between brothers Shaikh Nasser and Shaikh Khalid. Immediate plans for the horse are undecided, but future targets likely include major Middle Eastern races like the Red Sea Turf and World Cup night next year.
