On Friday, it was confirmed that Nashwa and Blue Rose Cen will be competing against each other in the mouthwatering generational clash at the Gr.1 Qatar Nassau Stakes in Goodwood. The event will take place on Thursday. Nashwa'sTtriumphant Journey Continues Last year, Nashwa, who was trained by John and Thady Gosden, achieved victory in the Prix de Diane and then continued her success in the ...
Alflaila, after being off the track for 294 days, made a powerful comeback and won the Gr.2 York Stakes. After being missing since October, the 4YO colt made a comeback by winning two Gr.3s the Strensall and Darley Stakes, in the autumn with a late run. Alflaila's Incredible Comeback Steals The Show In the early stages of the race, Alflaila positioned himself towards the back while Mashoor, an ...
On Friday at the Randwick trial session, Michael Freedman will introduce a group of his carnival hopefuls, with the spotlight on Communist, the Group One winner. Freedman is depending on a predominantly young group of rising 3 and 4YOs to be the main strength of his spring lineup, following the retirement of stable star Forbidden Love this season. Communist, who has already showcased his ...
Due to a leg infection, Desert Crown, the Derby hero from last year, has been ruled out of the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes at Ascot on Saturday. The 4YO trained by Sir Michael Stoute had been getting ready for his first race since coming in second to Hukum in Brigadier Gerard at Sandown in May. He had to skip the Prince of Wales's Stakes the next month because of a small ...
Nostrum, the thrilling 3YO, has been included in the confirmations for the Qatar Sussex Stakes. There is a possibility that Nostrum might face Paddington at Goodwood. After being unsuccessful as the favorite in the Dewhurst Stakes nine months ago, the Juddmonte colt made a triumphant comeback by winning a Listed race at the Newmarket July meeting. He displayed excellent form, finishing three ...
On Wednesday, August 2, Aidan O'Brien referred to Paddington as being "a little bit different" as his top horse competes in the £1m Gr.1 Qatar Sussex Stakes during the Qatar Goodwood Festival. So far this season, Paddington has been dominant in five starts, solidifying his position as the top miler of his generation. He achieved comprehensive wins in the Gr.1 Irish 2,000 Guineas and Gr.1 St ...
After a disappointing run at Royal Ascot, Charlie Fellowes is confident that Marbaan will deliver an impressive performance in his attempt to win consecutive races at the Qatar Goodwood Festival next week. Last summer, the Oasis Dream colt performed exceptionally well in the Gr.2 Vintage Stakes on the Sussex Downs. However, he did not perform as well in the following Group Ones before the end of ...
When Vincent Ho makes a brief visit to the UK, he dreams of adding a victory at the Qatar Goodwood Festival to his CV. The Hong Kong jockey is famous for his connection with the superstar Golden Sixty. He has also achieved great success in major races with Japan's Breeders' Cup champion, Loves Only You. In 2021, he rode Loves Only You to victory in the QE II Cup at Sha Tin. Currently, Ho is ...
Caroline Miller, a 72 YO racing enthusiast, will be hoping that the popular old adage "Age is but a number" proves true as she takes on the Markel Magnolia Cup at Glorious Goodwood. Miller described her story as resembling a fairytale from a children's book and eagerly accepted the opportunity to participate in the distinctive five-and-a-half-furlong race scheduled for next Friday. "You have ...
Highfield Princess, a crack sprinter, will take the spotlight in the £300,000 Gr.2 King George Qatar Stakes on Friday, August 4. Last summer, John Quinn's 6 YO horse achieved a remarkable feat by winning three prestigious races in a row. These races included the Prix Maurice de Gheest at Deauville, the Nunthorpe Stakes at York, and the Flying Five Stakes at the Curragh. Night Of Thunder's Filly ...
After residing in Britain since 2004, Pat Cosgrave has relocated from the UK to pursue his riding career in Saudi Arabia. A golden Touch: Cosgrave's Winning Streak Across The Globe In 2021, Cosgrave rode aboard Gifts of Gold and won the Saudi Cup night Red Sea Turf Handicap, earning USD$2.5m. He has also won numerous Group One races in the UK, Germany, and Australia. In 2003, he was crowned ...
John and Thady Gosden are getting ready for the Qatar Goodwood Festival and have assembled a formidable team. Their stable stars, Courage Mon Ami, Inspiral, and Nashwa, are all potential contenders for the exciting five-day event. Courage Mon Ami, the winner of the Gold Cup, and Gregory, who emerged victorious in the Queen's Vase, may both risk their unbeaten streaks in the prestigious £500,000 ...