Awesome Limato set for the States after Foret tour de force

Limato proves far too good for his Prix de la Foret rivals as he streaks three lengths clear

Limato: runs in the Qipco British Champions Sprint of the ground is goodCredit: Edward Whitaker

A wonderful day for Britain ended with a wonderful performance, courtesy of Limato, whose majestic display in the Prix de la Foret looks set to provide a springboard to the Breeders' Cup. But for which race?

Having cruised through most of a contest in which he was an unlucky second 12 months ago, the July Cup winner and Nunthorpe Stakes runner-up produced a burst of acceleration under Harry Bentley that propelled him into a clear lead he held with ears pricked in nonchalance.

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Lee MottersheadSenior writer

Published on 2 October 2016inFrance

Last updated 18:45, 2 October 2016

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