Calandagan

Trained in France by Francis-Henri Graffard, Calandagan thrives on normal ground conditions, where he has won 2 of 4 races at a 50 per cent clip. The trainer has spoken admiringly of the horse's ease of action and natural athleticism, noting that he covers ground effortlessly and handles distance well. Graffard's yard has produced six winners this season, but Calandagan stands apart — after one victory at Meydan, the trainer called him "a fantastic champion" and spoke of the pressure that comes with training a horse of such calibre. His jockey, Mickael Barzalona, shares that respect, describing Calandagan as "an incredible horse" with his own distinct personality.

Recent form shows he remains competitive, with two wins in his last six races. He raced just a day ago, confirming he is still active and in training. What makes Calandagan genuinely interesting is not just his win rate but the consistency with which he delivers in the biggest races at the track that clearly suits him best. He is a horse who shows up when it matters most.