The racing circuit at Donostia concluded its seasonal calendar with a strategic fixture centered on the PMU betting pool, highlighted by a sharp performance from ‘Grand Son of Calyx‘ in the featured mile event. Coming off his previous effort at the track, the horse of Marcelino Alonso justified favoritism by handling the testing ground with authority.
Grand Son of Calyx Secures Victory on Soft Ground
With major prizes already decided for the season and the Madrid autumn campaign underway, the closing fixture at Donostia focused on economic consolidation through the PMU. The program’s standout race—a competitive mile—provided the afternoon’s primary sporting interest. ‘Grand Son of Calyx’, piloted by Janácek, delivered a decisive victory over a quality field, confirming expectations set by his prior local appearance.
Trainer Rubén Maroto noted after the race that the horse entered the starting stalls slightly undercooked following the physical toll of his previous outing. Despite lacking optimal sharpness, the runner relished the soft underfoot conditions at San Sebastián. Matriculated in the Blasco in Madrid, connections acknowledge that facing the capital’s elite sprinters will present a significant challenge. Nevertheless, stable representatives expect his physical development to continue as autumn rainfall persists.
Strong Competition and Notable Performances at Donostia
The runner-up spot in the feature mile went to ‘Rastrellare’, who reinforced the positive impression left by his earlier appearances at the Donostia venue. Meanwhile, ‘Warren Hill’, revitalized under the direction of Gaspar Vaz, completed the trifecta on a morning where rail paths favored wide trips throughout the race card.
Earlier on the card, Sousa steered ‘Dapango’ to an uncontested victory under Anaya. Making his first appearance since April, the class runner encountered little resistance in a field without great references. The opening event delivered an upset when ‘Sweet Wish’ carried just 48 kilograms to victory under rider Daniela Rodríguez, while the second race saw a complete form reversal as ‘Botiki’ shouldered 63 kilograms—a heavy burden for a three-year-old filly—to secure a win. ‘Ring of Diamonds’ rounded out the list of victors as Donostia closed its doors.
