Westover, one of the main contenders for next Sunday's Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, has had a diverse build-up. He recently went paddleboarding in the sea at Hayling Island, despite having put in impressive performances in the Coronation Cup, Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud, and King George earlier in the summer. Ralph Beckett and Juddmonte have given the Frankel son ample time to recover, but he ...
Trainer Ed Crisford is confident that Vandeek will showcase his natural talent in the Juddmonte Middle Park Stakes at Newmarket. Crisford believes that a victory in the race would put Vandeek on the board as one of the top 2YO's in Europe. Vandeek, who is trained at Gainsborough Stables less than two miles from Newmarket's Rowley Mile, secured a first Group One win for Crisford and his father ...
After amicably splitting with Newmarket duo Simon and Ed Crisford in recent days, owner Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum is set to have more of his horses trained in North Yorkshire. The Gainsborough Stables operation has enjoyed many great days with the Derby-winning, Dubai-based owner, including with Royal Ascot winner Ostilio in 2018 and more recently with Without A Fight and Finest Sound. ...
Owen Burrows is confident in Hukum's chances of winning the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe next weekend. He believes that the race will be a "different ball game" compared to what the French favorite, Ace Impact, has faced so far, as Hukum will be taking on older horses for the first time. In an exclusive interview with the Racing Post, Burrows discussed the preparations for what could be the ...
After her impressive victory in the Group two US$400,000 Golden Pendant at Rosehill Gardens last Saturday, trainer Chris Waller believes Espiona may just have what it takes to compete in the world's richest turf race. With the unexpected withdrawal of the long-time Everest favorite Giga Kick, trainers like Waller are now reconsidering their options and eyeing up in-form sprinters such as Espiona ...
Exciting young sprinter Buenos Noches has been chosen by slot holder TAB as their runner in the highly anticipated A$20 million spectacle, leaving only four remaining slots for the world's richest turf race next month. TAB made the announcement on Friday, revealing that the talented horse trained by Matthew Smith, Buenos Noches, will be their representative in the prestigious event. Buenos ...
In a stunning turn of events, the current title holder of The Everest, Giga Kick, has been pulled out of the highly anticipated A$20 million race. As a result of a torn gluteal muscle that the talented racehorse sustained during the widely-discussed Gr.2 McEwen Stakes, the entire will. Not be able to defend his title, leaving fans and experts alike astounded. A detailed veterinary assessment of ...
Total Performance Data (TPD), the leading provider of live horse racing data, has announced a significant partnership with the Dubai Racing Club. After successful live trials during the Super Saturday and Dubai World Cup meetings last spring, the Dubai Racing Club has decided to sign a multi-year deal with TPD. This collaboration will kick off with the new season at the prestigious Meydan ...
Scott Darby, a prominent syndicator, remains open to the possibility of Ozzmosis competing in The Everest if the talented colt manages to maintain his flawless record in the upcoming Listed A$200,000 Heritage Stakes at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday. "The Everest is still on the cards for Ozzmosis depending on how he goes at Rosehill and if there is slot remaining,'' Darby said. "It's hard to know ...
Gregory, the son of Golden Horn, will be targeting top staying races when he returns next year. Although his brave run in defeat in the St Leger marked the end of his 3YO campaign, he has already established himself as a high-class performer. Trained by John and Thady Gosden, Gregory showcased his stamina by winning his first three races and triumphed in the Queen's Vase at Royal Ascot under ...
William Haggas seems to have found an ideal opportunity for Aldaary to kickstart his campaign in the Dubai Duty-Free Cup at Newbury. Aldaary, a talented 5YO, previously won two valuable handicaps at Ascot a couple of years ago. Last season, he made a successful transition to Listed class by winning the Spring Trophy at Haydock. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, that turned out to be his ...
The online release of video footage from Seymour and Cambridge's Monday breeze ups is now accessible ahead of the Inglis Ready2Race Sale on 10th October. At Seymour, a group of 63 2YO’s were put through their paces. The lineup included progeny by renowned sires like I Am Invincible, Zoustar, Dundeel, Deep Field, Harry Angel, Russian Revolution, Blue Point, Pierata, and Microphone. Many of them ...