Brazen Beau was no match for his English counterparts at Newmarket, finishing unplaced in the Group 1 July Cup.

Whilst there will obviously be excuses made in the defence of the favourite, Brazen Beau, that he didn’t handle the downhill run, much could be said of the winner, Muhaarar, there were some concerns in that camp as well.

Pre post had Brazen Beau and the winner, Muhaarar, as joint favourites; however, strong late support for the visiting colt saw him start a pronounced favourite at post time.

The race was run free of incident Astaire, Tropics and Muhaarar all commenced well with Brazen Beau coming quickly from his wide berth to join the leading group, whilst early in the race he looked a definite threat.

There was nothing running on really, with the exception of Eastern Impact, who ultimately filled third placing.

Brazen Beau was giving ground at the half way stage, the best he could expect was a minor placing, the time for the race of 6 furlongs, or 1200 metres, was 1.09.34.

The winner, Muhaara, is by Oasis Dream, among his four wins included the July Cup, Nunthorpe Stakes at York, and the Middle Park Stakes, all Group 1 races.

His dam, Tahrir, is a grey mare by Linamix, her dam is by Last Tycoon, her only race win was over 1000 metres, she is a full sister to Mister Charm, a winner of 12 races in France.