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Tony Cruz, who recently won the Gr.1 Al Quoz Sprint in Dubai, is now considering a potential Japanese raid with his record-breaking horse, California Spangle. Cruz is eyeing a bid to win the Gr.1 Sprinters Stakes at Nakayama racecourse, a race that he has already won in the past. Cruz believes that California Spangle has what it takes to emulate the success of Silent Witness, who won the same ...
After a challenging 2023 season following his victory in the Breeders' Cup Turf in 2022, Rebel's Romance made a stunning comeback. Trainer Charlie Appleby revealed that the gelding had regained his confidence with victories at Kempton Park in England and in Qatar during the winter races, proving his mettle once again. Under the skilled guidance of jockey William Buick, Rebel's Romance secured an ...
After his third-place finish in the Dubai World Cup, Senor Buscador is set to enjoy some well-deserved time off before embarking on a summer and fall campaign. Although his late surge secured him victory in the Saudi Cup against Ushba Tesoro in late February, it was Ushba Tesoro who outpaced him in the Dubai World Cup, relegating Senor Buscador to third place behind Laurel River. The narrow ...
The Al Rayyan Racecourse at QREC hosted a turf race meeting on 28th March. The last and most important race of the day was the Al Britha Cup, a 1500m Gr.4 Graduation Plate for 3YO Local Thoroughbred. Wadi Bu Thaila won the race by ten lengths, marking his second straight win on his third career start. The trio of owner Wathnan Racing, trainer Alban de Mieulle, and jockey Soufiane Saadi also won ...
If we go back 12 months, we'd find that a lot of people were talking about Do Deuce and his challenge for the Gr.1 Dubai Turf sponsored by DP World (1800m). The focus was mainly on trainer Yasuo Tomomichi's exceptional track record when it comes to traveling horses abroad, especially to Meydan. Unfortunately, a chance to extend that brilliant sequence was lost 24 hours before the 2023 running. ...
Emaar Properties will sponsor the Gr.2 Godolphin Mile at the Dubai World Cup on March 30th. The event emphasizes Dubai's commitment to excellence and innovation and highlights its status as a destination for world-class entertainment. The race attracts horses and trainers from around the world and has a $1 million prize fund. In 2023, Isolate, trained by Doug Watson and ridden by Tyler ...
The Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, which is one of the most prestigious races in the world, is scheduled to take place at Meydan Racecourse on March 30th. This race is a part of the Dubai World Cup night and is renowned worldwide. In 2023, the race was won by the Japanese sensation Equinox, who was later named the Longines IFHA World's Best Racehorse. Interestingly, the Longines Dubai Sheema ...
At QREC Al Rayyan Racecourse on Thursday, March 21st, 2024, Mkaee'lat Al Shahania (FR) (TM Fred Texas x Mkeefa) owned by H.E. Sheikha Yasmeen bint Mohammed bin Khalifa Al-Thani, emerged victorious in the Al Wakra Cup, a 1600m Class 2 for 4YO Purebred Arabian fillies. The grey filly, trained by Rudy Nerbonne and ridden by Lukas Delozier, kept up with the leaders until the final furlong where she ...
The Juddmonte International at York hits record £1.25m prize money in 2024, marking a 25% increase. This makes it the richest race ever held at York and one of the most valuable all-age contests in Britain. Last year's winner, Mostahdaf, contributed to its global prestige, being one of the world's top-rated horses. Juddmonte's longstanding support since 1989, notably with horses like Frankel and ...
Highfield Princess' death deeply saddens Jason Hart, her jockey for four Group 1 victories. Trainers John and Sean Quinn, along with owner-breeder John Fairley, announced her passing due to an "inoperable fracture" suffered in a stall accident last week. “I’m gutted,” Hart said. “Sean rang me and told me what had happened and it’s not the way you ever want the story to end, especially for her. ...
William Haggas is targeting a Royal Ascot repeat for Desert Hero when he returns to the track this summer. The Hardwicke Stakes is on the agenda as Haggas wants to ensure that the horse is in peak condition. Desert Hero, the son of Sea The Stars, made history at the Royal meeting last year when he won the King George V Stakes in dramatic fashion, providing the King and Queen with their first ...
John Fairley, owner-breeder of Highfield Princess, expressed deep sadness after the mare passed away on March 23rd. Highfield Princess was a multiple Group 1-winner, having won four times at the highest level in Britain, Ireland, and France, as well as competing in major sprints in the United States and Hong Kong. Despite winning a handicap off a rating of 57, she progressed well under the ...
