Rouget sets Leopardstown challenge for exciting Almanzor

Trixia scores on her return to action in the Prix de Lieurey under Olivier PeslierCredit: Patrick McCann

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Prix Guillaume d'Ornano - Haras du Logis Saint-Germain (Group 2) 1m2f, 3yo

Almanzor confirmed himself among the leaders of his generation with a withering turn of foot to beat his old rival Zarak and announce himself as a genuine challenger for the Qipco Irish Champion Stakes next month.

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Scott BurtonFrance correspondent

Published on 15 August 2016inReports

Last updated 19:11, 15 August 2016

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