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Al Qareem, trained by Karl Burke, is considering the Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup Stakes as his next challenge following a strong runner-up performance at York. Known for his consistency over distances exceeding a mile and a half, the 5YO displayed another impressive effort in the Knavesmire’s Silver Cup. Rather than a swift return to racing in Ireland this weekend, his team is focusing on a ...
York’s CEO, William Derby, is eagerly anticipating the showdown between last year's Japanese St Leger champion, Durezza, and City Of Troy in what is expected to be an exciting edition of the Juddmonte International. Aidan O’Brien is inclined to keep the Derby and Eclipse winner competing at 10 furlongs, making the prestigious race at York on August 21 the likely target for City Of Troy. Adding ...
City Of Troy and Porta Fortuna delivered impressive performances for this season’s 3YO cohort in two key early generational clashes, propelling them to the top of the leaderboard in the race for Cartier Horse of the Year. The 34th Cartier Racing Awards, established in 1991 to honor excellence in horseracing, will be held at the Dorchester Hotel in London on the evening of Wednesday, November 20. ...
In partnership with Al Shaqab Racing, Ballylinch Stud has acquired a majority interest in Prix du Jockey Club winner Look De Vega. Sired by Ballylinch's renowned stallion Lope De Vega, this French Derby champion is under the guidance of trainers Carlos and Yann Lerner. Look De Vega, the current favourite for the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, extended his unbeaten streak to three with a spectacular ...
Trainer Brad Cox reported yesterday that international fan favourite Kabirkhan's journey to the American starting gate has encountered a setback. "I wasn't happy with the way he was moving," Cox said. "We sent him to the farm, just give him some time." Kabirkhan, a colt with modest origins, captured the racing world's attention ahead of the Gr.1 Dubai World Cup. Purchased for just US$12,000 at ...
Giavellotto will move on to the Irish St Leger after his recent win in the Princess of Wales’s Stakes at Newmarket. His season began early this year with a February race in the Red Sea Turf Handicap in Riyadh, where he finished behind Tower Of London. The two horses raced again in March at the Dubai Gold Cup, with Giavellotto coming in fifth. In May, Giavellotto defended his title in the ...
On July 15, the Maryland Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority gathered to discuss plans for the 150th Gr.1 Preakness Stakes, scheduled for May 17, 2025, at Pimlico Race Course. Held every year on the third Saturday of May at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland, the Preakness Stakes is the second leg of the American Triple Crown and one of the world's most iconic horse races. This ...
Marco Botti has set his sights on the Prix Maurice de Gheest for Great Generation following her commendable performance in the Summer Stakes at York. The daughter of Holy Roman Emperor has shown remarkable consistency throughout her career, winning her first two races and concluding her juvenile season with a Gr.3 second place in the Firth of Clyde at Ayr. This season, she began with a ...
Isle Of Jura has sustained an injury that will sideline him for the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes and the remainder of the season. The impressive Hardwicke Stakes winner, trained by George Scott, was a strong contender for the midsummer highlight. Scott confirmed the unfortunate news on Saturday morning, announcing that his stable star would be out for a period of recovery. He said: ...
The Hong Kong Jockey Club concluded a historic season on July 14, marked by the passing of the "Horse of the Year" title. Throughout the 2023-24 term, the HKJC hosted 88 race meetings at its premier Sha Tin Racecourse in New Territories and the unique in-town Happy Valley course. The total racing turnover for the season was HK$134.7 billion (approximately US$17.24 billion), a 4.5% year-on-year ...
The stage is set for a thrilling renewal of the My Pension Expert July Cup, where the spotlight shines on the impressive Commonwealth Cup victor, Inisherin. As the current favourite, he stands in a favourable position, benefiting from weight allowances against the older horses and entering this race with just five previous starts under his belt, promising further growth and development. His form ...
The Australian Turf Club has received a total of 2,094 first nominations for the Gr.1 US$5 million Golden Slipper, set to be run at Rosehill Gardens on March 22, 2025. This year’s nominations include 1,059 fillies and 1,035 colts and geldings from stables across Australia for the 69th edition of the prestigious Sydney race. Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott lead the way with the highest number of ...
