Samangan claims victory in Prix Maurice de Gheest at Deauville
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Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Samangan won the ARC Prix Maurice de Gheest on August 9, 2026, in Deauville, delivering a Group One success for trainer Francis-Henri Graffard. The horse, owned by Aga Khan Studs, stayed close to the leader Afandy and held off challenges from Stolen Kiss and Division in the final stretch. This win came after finishing fourth in the Prix Jean Prat, which was a significant improvement for Samangan. Graffard indicated that future races could see Samangan participating in the Qatar Prix de la Foret, dependent on the ground conditions.
- •Samangan won the Prix Maurice de Gheest in Deauville.
- •The horse managed to fend off Division and Stolen Kiss in finishing strong.
- •This victory comes after a fourth-place finish in the Prix Jean Prat.
- •Future races may depend on ground conditions, especially for Ascot.
- •Trainer Graffard believes the horse has gained valuable experience this season.
"Samangan gave Francis-Henri Graffard another Group One success with victory in the ARC Prix Maurice de Gheest at Deauville.
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