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Trainer Charlie Appleby is optimistic that the slower ground at Epsom on 1st June will work in favor of his Gr.1 Epsom Derby contender, Ancient Wisdom. On 29th May, Ancient Wisdom was just half a point off being the favorite for this renowned classic race. Appleby's "live contender" has been backed at 7-2 with Unibet, trailing behind Ballydoyle stablemates City of Troy and Los Angeles at 3-1. ...
The recently concluded 2023-2024 racing season showcased outstanding achievements, underscoring the dedication of the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC) management, led by HE Issa bin Mohammed Al-Mohannadi, in elevating Qatar’s equestrian sport to a significant level. The season also demonstrated the ongoing efforts to develop races and uphold Qatar’s horse racing on the global stage by ...
French star Feed The Flame, fresh from a narrow loss in the Prix Ganay, is set to take on the Group One race over a mile and a half. Additionally, talented jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle is confident about his chances in his Epsom debut riding Dancing Gemini, while trainer James Fanshawe is hopeful about his horse Ambiente Friendly's performance in the Betfred Derby. Feed The Flame is set to ...
Courage Mon Ami, the reigning Gold Cup champion, will not be able to defend his title at Royal Ascot due to a setback. The 5YO horse was acquired by Wathnan Racing through a private purchase before last year's event, following victories in each of his three previous races for breeder Anthony Oppenheimer. Courage Mon Ami had a memorable victory at the meeting when he claimed the stayers' crown ...
Kerdos, after a stunning victory in the Temple Stakes at Haydock, is now set to grace the tracks of Royal Ascot, adding another chapter to a heartwarming family story. Alongside Kerdos, trainer Ed Bethell's confidence in Regional's potential for the King Charles III Stakes, and Harry Eustace's contemplation of the Wolferton Stakes for Docklands. Kerdos Set To Head To Royal Ascot After Temple ...
Matsuri's dominant eight-length victory in division one of the 1m2f novice over 2000m at Leicester on Monday may pave the way for a potential entry into the Irish Derby. Last month, the 3YO trained by Roger Varian was unable to participate in the bet365 Classic Trial. However, the horse achieved its second win out of three starts with a commanding performance under the guidance of James Doyle. ...
Paradise Farms and David Staudacher's New York-bred The Wine Steward, who has achieved Group One placement, is being considered for participation in the 10-furlong US$2 million Gr.1 Belmont Stakes and the seven-furlong US$500,000 Gr.1 Woody Stephens races, both scheduled for 8th June at Saratoga Race Course. Under the guidance of trainer Mike Maker, the offspring of Vino Rosso, the 2019 Gr.1 ...
The recent win of Meydaan in the British Stallion Studs EBF Cocked Hat Stakes at Goodwood has set the stage for an exciting Royal Ascot event. Isle Of Jura's victory in the Listed William Hill Festival Stakes and other notable performances have added to the anticipation, with trainers expressing optimism and setting their sights on Royal Ascot. Trainer Stuart Williams is preparing for the event ...
Todd Pletcher, a Hall of Fame trainer, has a strong lineup for the Belmont Stakes, with up to four possible contenders, including Fierceness, Antiquarian, and the undefeated Mindframe, all of whom were on the work tab Friday morning. Pletcher has a successful history at the Belmont Stakes, having previously won with Rags to Riches (2007), Palace Malice (2013), Tapwrit (2017), and Mo Donegal ...
Sierra Leone, the dual graded stakes winner owned by Peter Brant, Mrs. John Magnier, Michael Tabor, Derrick Smith, Westerberg, and Brook T. Smith, had a five-furlong workout alongside Group Three winner Domestic Product at Saratoga Race Course's Oklahoma dirt training track on 25th May. Sierra Leone, aiming for the US$2 million Gr.1 Belmont Stakes on 8th June, wore blinkers and worked alongside ...
The recently concluded 2023-2024 racing season showcased outstanding achievements that underscore the dedication of the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC) management, under the leadership of HE Issa bin Mohammed Al Mohannadi, in elevating Qatar’s equestrian sport to a level deserving of significant interest. Their unwavering commitment to developing races and promoting Qatar’s horse racing ...
James McDonald, a talented New Zealand jockey, is optimistic that Romantic Warrior will extend his winning streak in Group One races as they compete in the Yasuda Kinen at Tokyo Racecourse this Sunday. This will mark McDonald's return to riding in Japan after ten years, as he partners with Romantic Warrior in their quest for a fifth consecutive elite-level victory in their debut race in Japan. ...
