HOT-favourite Caravaggio was bitterly disappointing as Kevin Ryan's Brando claimed Group 1 glory in the Prix Maurice de Gheest at Deauville.

Brando kicked off his campaign with victory in the Abernant Stakes at Newmarket in April and although he was down the field in the Duke of York, he bounced back to finish third in last month's July Cup.

Making his first appearance in France, Brando travelled powerfully in the hands of Tom Eaves and was produced to challenge Signs Of Blessing for the lead in the final furlong.

Ryan's charge saw out the six and a half furlongs well to hold off the late charge of fellow British challenger Aclaim, trained by Martyn Meade. Richard Hannon's Tupi was a clear third.

The Aidan O'Brien-trained Caravaggio lost his unbeaten record when fourth in the July Cup and was odds-on to return to winning ways.

However, he made a tardy start and never threatened to land a telling blow, having to settle for sixth in a tight photo for fourth place, which went to the Charlie Hills-trained Magical Memory.

He's had a torrid time this season, but what a result for Kevin Ryan in the Prix Maurice de Gheest - Brando wins the Group 1! pic.twitter.com/ka5NL2Ue02

— At The Races (@AtTheRaces) August 6, 2017