Overpass has been chosen to compete in The TAB Everest, giving him a second chance to win the A$20 million race at Royal Randwick next month. The Australian Turf Club has partnered with RAM Racing to secure the world's richest turf race slot. RAM Racing has a history with Overpass, having worked with the horse's trainer Bjorn Baker and syndicator Scott Darby of Darby Racing to achieve success ...
Despite Highfield Princess's poor performance at the Flying Five Stakes in Ireland, John Quinn remains determined and has his sights set on the Prix de l'Abbaye at Longchamp next week for his exceptional mare. The 6YO had a slow start in the Group One race and finished fifth behind Moss Tucker. On Monday, Quinn reported his stable star to be in good condition as she bids to land a fourth victory ...
Skew Wiff, the winner of the Last-start Gr.1 Tarzino Trophy, will leave New Zealand and head to Te Akau's Cranbourne base early next month. Co-trainer Mark Walker confirmed that the mare will not be racing in New Zealand for the foreseeable future. Skew Wiff won her first Group one crown at Hastings on 9th September, beating a star-studded lineup that included the likes of Sharp ‘N' Smart and ...
According to a report by Racenet, James McDonald's first race ride on the famous horse Giga Kick will be in The Everest in October. The horse will miss a planned lead-up run in the Premiere Stakes, as his connections feel that his first-up run was too tough, given a controversial ride by Craig Williams. The 2022 The Everest winner is now best off heading straight to The Everest on 14th October, ...
The Open Day organized by the Emirates Equestrian Centre at their premises in Bab Al Shams on Sunday was a great success, attracting a large number of equine enthusiasts from all over the UAE. The event, particularly aimed at newcomers interested in riding and other equestrian disciplines, generated immense interest and excitement. Affiliated to the Dubai Equestrian Club, the Emirates Equestrian ...
Ciaron Maher feels confident about his gun colts, King Colorado and Nadal, preparing to compete in the prestigious Gr.1 Golden Rose at Rosehill Gardens this Saturday. Maher, a national premiership-winning conditioner who trains in partnership with David Eustace, believes his horses have what it takes to match up against the top seeds in the race. Despite tough competition from Godolphin star ...
Al Asifah, the talented filly by Frankel, is determined to redeem herself after a disappointing performance at the prestigious Royal Ascot. Her chance for redemption comes in the form of the highly anticipated EBF Stallions John Musker Fillies' Stakes. Al Asifah had made a tremendous impact in her debut race at Haydock in May, securing a resounding victory. Following this triumph, she went on to ...
Mister Sketch, trained by Eve Johnson Houghton, is among the 14 contenders for the prestigious Group Two Mill Reef Stakes. Although he narrowly missed out on victory in his debut race at Berkshire track in July, he quickly redeemed himself with a remarkable performance at Salisbury last month. The powerful colt, sired by Territories, effortlessly galloped to a resounding nine-and-a-half-length ...
Alan King is excited about the upcoming Qatar Prix du Cadran and hopes Trueshan can secure a second victory in the race. Trueshan recently bounced back to form by winning the Doncaster Cup, giving King confidence in his chances for the upcoming event. Initially, Trueshan struggled early in the season, failing to live up to his previous successes. However, a wind operation during the middle of ...
Mawj, the winner of the 1000 Guineas, will be skipping the Sun Chariot at Newmarket and instead participating in the Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup at Keeneland on 14th October. Trainer Saeed bin Suroor had to decide between these two races for Mawj's comeback, and he has ultimately chosen the US$600,000 contest over a distance of one mile and a furlong. Mawj has been absent from the racing ...
The highly anticipated US$1 million Golden Rose Stakes is set to take place as the first Group One race of the Sydney Everest Carnival. The race is headlined by the top two contenders, Shinzo and Cylinder, who finished first and second in the prestigious Longines Golden Slipper earlier this year. Shinzo, the Golden Slipper champion, is returning to racing after a successful campaign in March. He ...
Acromantula, the speedy gelding, is set to end his Melbourne campaign on a high note by participating in the prestigious Gr.1 Moir Stakes at Moonee Valley. Trainer Ben Pearce, along with his brother and co-trainer Dan, carefully weighed their options and concluded that this race presented the best opportunity for Acromantula. Moonee Valley's unique track has proven to be a happy hunting ground ...