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Italian Ace Thrives in American Adventure Frankie Dettori, the most recognisable face in European racing, has emphatically dismissed any notion of impending retirement. He continues to make waves across the pond, building on his illustrious career that includes remarkable success in the Middle East. "I should have done this ten years ago," the 53-year-old declared, reflecting on his move to the ...
The Land of the Rising Sun is casting its gaze on Yorkshire as Durezza, Japan's latest international hopeful, acclimatises to British soil. The Gr.1 Japanese St Leger victor is plotting a raid on the Juddmonte International at York's prestigious Ebor meeting, aiming to become only the third Japanese-trained Gr.1 winner on British turf. Currently lodging with Newmarket-based Charlie Fellowes, ...
In a seismic shift for French racing, veteran maestro Jean-Claude Rouget and rising star Jerome Reynier are set to join forces, creating a formidable 'superstable' that spans the length of France. The unlikely alliance, announced yesterday, will see the two trainers operate under a joint licence from 1 January 2025, melding Rouget's decades of dominance with Reynier's fresh, international ...
Michelle Payne, the jockey who made history by becoming the first woman to win the Melbourne Cup, has announced her retirement from race-riding. Payne created history in the 2015 Flemington showpiece when riding Prince Of Penzance to glory, but has relinquished her licence to Racing Victoria just before the new racing season begins. "That's it for me," she told Racing.com. "It was a tough ...
One of Europe's most improved stayers is a likely challenger for the Caulfield and Melbourne Cups this spring after Crystal Black qualified for both races with a comprehensive victory in Ireland overnight. The surprise story of the staying ranks in recent months, Crystal Black made it five wins in a row in the Gr.3 Ballyroan Stakes at Leopardstown to put the Cups double in Melbourne firmly on ...
In a significant turn of events, The Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia (JCSA) has announced a major change to the results of the inaugural Saudi Cup race held on 29 February 2020. Maximum Security, the original winner, has been disqualified, with the title now being awarded to Midnight Bisou. The Inquiry and Decision The JCSA's Stewards Committee conducted an inquiry on 22-23 May 2024, into charges ...
Mick Appleby is capping off a sensational 2024 Qatar Goodwood Festival by claiming his first top trainer award. The Oakham handler is recording an impressive four wins, a second, and two thirds from just seven runners across the meeting. Appleby's victories are including: • Big Evs in Friday's G2 King George Qatar Stakes • Kitai in Tuesday's HKJC World Pool British EBF Fillies' Handicap • Big ...
Al Aasy is proving age is just a number, securing a captivating victory in the G3 Coral Glorious Stakes at Goodwood. The seven-year-old, trained by William Haggas, is demonstrating both class and courage under a masterful ride from Jim Crowley. Crowley's Tactical Brilliance Despite facing only four rivals, Crowley is finding himself in a precarious position on the rail until the final furlong. ...
Term Of Endearment is living up to her name, delivering a heart-warming victory for trainer Henry de Bromhead and jockey Billy Lee in their Goodwood debuts. The five-year-old mare is powering to success in the G2 Qatar Lillie Langtry Stakes, marking a significant milestone for her Irish connections. De Bromhead's Maiden Goodwood Runner Strikes Gold De Bromhead, primarily known for his National ...
Get It is living up to his name, blitzing his rivals with a pillar-to-post victory in the feature sprint handicap of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, the Coral Stewards' Cup. The George Baker-trained six-year-old, sent off at 40/1, is jumping sharply from stall 28 and never looking back under Pat Cosgrave. Thundering down the stands' rail, Get It is holding off Apollo One by half a length, with ...
Wathnan Racing is making waves on day four of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, kicking off their double with Haunted Dream in the Regent Seven Seas Cruises Bentinck Conditions Stakes. The victory is marking a significant milestone for Qatari trainer Hamad Al Jehani, securing his first winner at the prestigious meeting. James Doyle, Wathnan's retained jockey, is piloting the 18/5 shot to a ...
Big Evs, the Mick Appleby-trained speedster, is continuing his trainer's remarkable run at the Qatar Goodwood Festival, storming to victory in the Gr.2 King George Qatar Stakes. The entire, under the skilled guidance of Tom Marquand, is showcasing his trademark early pace and tenacity to edge out Australian mare Asfoora by a short head, with Believing finishing three-quarters of a length behind ...
