Kinross is set to continue his comeback with a bid for a second victory in the Prix de la Forêt at ParisLongchamp next month.
After a tough start to the season, the seven-year-old stable star trained by Ralph Beckett showcased his talent by reclaiming his title in the Park Stakes at Doncaster, marking his ninth success at Group level over four seasons.
Jamie McCalmont, racing manager for owner Marc Chan, expressed the significance of that win: "Given the emotional connection everyone has with the horse, it meant a lot. We went in feeling confident. He was in great form, and the ground suited him. While the competition may have been softer than what he faced earlier in the year, I don’t think that played a major role. To me, that performance was as impressive as he’s ever been, aside from maybe his maiden win!"
Kinross secured two Group One victories in 2022, claiming glory in the Forêt on Arc weekend and winning the Qipco British Champions Sprint on Champions Day at Ascot.
Both races are under consideration again, and a potential trip to America for the Breeders’ Cup was discussed following his triumph at Doncaster. For now, however, the focus is on returning to Paris.
"The Forêt is definitely next, and we’ll see what follows," McCalmont added.
"Marc Chan deserves a lot of credit for not putting any pressure on us to run in specific races. Ralph and his team are equally vital, but having an understanding owner makes a big difference. If the Forêt turns out to be his last race of the year, that’s fine. We’d likely head into winter in a better position than last year, and there’s no reason he can’t compete in four or five races next season. He’s shown enthusiasm all year, and going into the Doncaster race, I felt if he didn’t win, we might be moving backward rather than forward. How often does one get to be involved with a horse that has won nine Group races? He truly is the gift that keeps on giving."