On November 19th, Lucky Sweynesse made a triumphant return to his successful streak at Sha Tin Racecourse. He shared the spotlight with Straight Arron and Beauty Eternal, who also secured victories on the same day. These wins further solidified the local contingent's position for the upcoming Longines Hong Kong International Races in December. On December 10, some of Hong Kong's most anticipated ...
Although a few prominent contenders for next month's Longines Hong Kong International Races remained in their barns on Sunday, there was one experienced horse that showed great potential in the Gr.2 Jockey Club Sprint. This horse demonstrated that he is still capable of competing at a high level and shouldn't be counted out just yet. Wellington, last year's Group One Hong Kong Sprint champion, ...
On the upcoming Sunday, world-renowned jockey Ryan Moore is anticipated to mount Vela Azul (JPN) in the Group Two Japan Cup at Tokyo. This decision follows his unfortunate fall at Kyoto last Sunday. Unfortunately, Moore suffered a back injury during a fall and had to withdraw from his remaining rides at the meeting, including the Group One Mile Championship winner Namur (JPN). Replacement rider ...
Gr.1 The Japan Cup this year is generating significant excitement due to the possibility that Equinox, the highest-rated horse in the world, may be participating in his final race. With a total prize of US$7.12 million, this race marks a potential swan song for Equinox's extraordinary career. Reports indicate that Equinox, a 4YO offspring of Kitasan Black, will retire at the end of the season ...
Arron, the straight-shooting horse, is making steady progress towards the Gr.1 Hong Kong Cup with a commanding win in the Gr.2 Jockey Club Cup. His impressive performance earned praise from both trainer Caspar Fownes and jockey Vincent Ho. With a prize money of HK$36 million, the upcoming race is surely on Arron's radar. The 5YO Fastnet Rock gelding, having clocked 23.20s over the final 400m, ...
In anticipation of his encounter with Golden Sixty at the upcoming Hong Kong International Races, Beauty Eternal achieved the greatest victory of his promising career in the HK$5.35 million Gr.2 BOCHK Private Wealth Jockey Club Mile. Beauty Eternal, carrying the same silks as the exceptional miler Beauty Generation for owner Patrick Kwok, showcased his racing abilities at a whole new level. With ...
After experiencing two consecutive defeats this season, Lucky Sweynesse, the champion sprinter, made a valiant effort and narrowly defeated Victor The Winner in the Gr.2 Jockey Club Sprint, the dress rehearsal for the upcoming Hong Kong Sprint. This marked Lucky Sweynesse's second consecutive victory in this Group Two spectacle. The 5YO gelding trained by K L Man, will be vying for his first win ...
Jebel Ali patron Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and his resident trainer Michael Costa have once again made headlines in their backyard for the second consecutive meeting. They achieved a double on Saturday, bringing their season's tally to 10. Sheikh Ahmed's yellow team won big at the recent races, dominating the 1400m Mohaather Stakes sponsored by Shadwell. Mersaal, ridden by Omani ...
Sir Alex Ferguson, the former boss of Manchester United, celebrated a momentous victory in the Group Two Bahrain International Trophy. This marked his first-ever success in the prestigious race. Jockey Oisin Orr exhibited remarkable skill as he expertly manoeuvred Spirit Dancer around a cluster of horses. With precision and finesse, Orr guided Spirit Dancer to cross the finish line first in the ...
On Friday, 17th November, Godolphin will be bringing a strong team of five horses to compete in the Gr.2 Bahrain International Trophy. Among them are Defending Champion Dubai Future and the talented Gr.1 winner Nations Pride, who has had success racing all around the world. They will undoubtedly be looking to make their mark in this prestigious event. Last year, Dubai Future beat Passion And ...
English rider Connor Beasley has made an impressive start to his return to the UAE, securing a stunning treble for trainer Ibrahim Al Hadhrami at Abu Dhabi on Thursday evening. Riding in the first three races of the card, Beasley claimed victory in all three for Al Hadhrami, who added to his tally for the season. Beasley's first win came aboard Fakhr in the opening 1200m handicap, with the 29YO ...
The Sheikh Mansoor bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival is just around the corner. However, before the big show takes place in the Capital on National Day weekend, there will be a seven-race card hosted by Al Ain on their third meeting of the season this Friday. The upcoming ERA Awards Ceremony is set to recognize both current and upcoming talent in the industry. In terms of racing, the highlight ...