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November 08, 2025

Nov 8 Grosser Allianz Preis von Bayern form analysis

Group | Grand Prix of Bavaria (2,400m): R8, Munich. Start time: 10.40pm (S'pore)

1 ALLENO

Trainer Marcel Weiss and jockey Rene Piechulek famously combined to win the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe with Torquator Tasso back in 2021. Alleno has always been held in high regard but seems vulnerable in top-class company.

2 AMI DE VEGA

Norwegian 5YO who has had a good season. Last-start second in the German Group 3 Grosser Preis der BBF Gruppe Furstenberg-Rennen (2,400m) at Hoppegarten on July 20 was a fine effort but way short of what is required in this race. A stout stayer, though, who might sneak into a place when others start to tire.

3 COLD HEART

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