Show notes
Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills (TPD), Laura Joy (EBN), and former jockey Georgia Cox for the ultimate Arc Weekend debrief. From Daryz’s epic win to Minnie Hauk’s near-miss and Asfoora’s Nunthorpe–Abbaye double, we break down every key race with sectionals, form context, and clear Breeders’ Cup and Champions Day paths.
Arc Headlines
Did Soumillon go too soon? We test the theory with sectionals: race close 36.00 (103.6%), winner 35.55 (104.9%).
Draw bias explained: first four home from stalls 2-1-3-5; why geometry mattered.
Minnie Hauk’s stride profile: brave in defeat, still 5+ lengths clear of third.
Supporting Group 1's
Asfoora makes history with the Nunthorpe–Abbaye double, low-draw edge and a passport dash story that nearly scratched her.
Barnavara controls the Prix de l’Opéra; One Look upgraded for a stronger pace scenario.
Maranoa Charlie makes all to give his late sire Wootton Bassett in the Prix de la Forêt.
Mile & Juveniles
Diamond Necklace (Boussac) projects Guineas/Oaks;
Puerto Rico (Lagardère) screams mile and Breeders Cup Juvenile Turf;
Fallen Angel crushes the Sun Chariot—QEII next.
Notebook & US Wrap
Upgrades: Giavellotto (HK Vase path), Byzantine Dream (better ground), Kalpana (wide, mark up).
Stateside: Ted Noffey (Claiborne Breeders’ Futurity), Rhetorical (Coolmore Turf Mile).
Why Listen
Sectional timing clarity you won’t get on a results page.
Racecraft from a pro rider: when to commit, how draws decide tactics.
Actionable targets for Del Mar and Ascot, plus early value cues.
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