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History was made many times during this weekend and all the naysayers were silenced for a time. As with any race day promises were made for the next year. Spectators went home, pleased at two glorious days of racing. The greatest upset this weekend was the Breeders Cup Classic win by White Abarrio. Arabian Knight began the day as a favourite, but the Bob Baffert-trained 3YO colt faded down the ...
The list of contenders for the prestigious title of Cartier Horse of the Year has narrowed down to four impressive horses. Among them are the undefeated Ace Impact, who triumphed in the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, and Auguste Rodin, an impressive winner of the Breeders' Cup Turf on Saturday. The winner will be announced on Thursday. On Monday, the nominations for the 33rd Cartier Racing Awards ...
Over the weekend, the Thoroughbred community gathered at Santa Anita Park to witness the Breeders' Cup Championships on 3rd and 4th November. The event showcased exceptional horses from various parts of the world, all coming together on the grounds of Arcadia, California. Interestingly, six of these contestants will soon be boarding a plane back to Lexington. They are scheduled to participate in ...
On Saturday, Obamburumai made a remarkable performance as he sprinted towards the finish line, making history as the first horse from Japan to win the prestigious A$10 million James Squire Golden Eagle. The young raider, trained by Keiji Yoshimura, made an impressive overseas debut by skillfully navigating through traffic on the final straight and narrowly defeating Pericles to claim a share of ...
According to the Dorman family, Cody Dorman, the 17YO from Kentucky who became the center of a highly emotional story during this year's Breeders' Cup World Championships, tragically passed away on November 5. He was on his way home after witnessing his namesake, Cody's Wish, secure a second consecutive victory in the Breeders' Cup Gr.1 Dirt Mile. "We are heartbroken to share the news that our ...
Yulong's collection of top-quality race and breeding mares in the country has been further expanded with the recent acquisition of Duais, a multiple Group One winner. This week, the Edward Cummings-trained mare has been secured by a breeding company based in Victoria for an undisclosed sum. The mare, named Duais, will be competing in the Group One Champions Stakes over 2000m at Flemington on ...
After her heartbreaking defeat at the Breeders' Cup on Saturday, Mawj is now getting ready for a winter campaign in Dubai. In May, trainer Saeed bin Suroor achieved his first British Classic success in 14 years with the daughter of Exceed And Excel, who narrowly beat Tahiyra in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket. Unfortunately, the filly was injured and missed most of the season. However, in October, ...
Noel Meade is eagerly anticipating Layfayette's participation in the US$1M Group Two Bahrain International Trophy on Friday, 17th November. He has also confirmed that Colin Keane will ride Layfayette in the race. Last year, the French Navy gelding triumphed nine times, including a Group Two win in the Mooresbridge Stakes at the Curragh. He secured his spot in Bahrain by winning the Group Three ...
Frankel, who is poised to reclaim the prestigious British and Irish sires' title, will be joining Dubawi at an extraordinary stud fee of US$4,31,544.75, making it the highest in the world for the year 2024. The son of Galileo, who is owned by Juddmonte and is 15YO, has sired the most individual top-flight winners in 2023, totaling 11, compared to any other stallion in the northern hemisphere. In ...
It's that time of year again, when the Melbourne Cup captivates our attention. In this guide, you'll find everything you need to know about the horses competing in this prestigious race, helping you choose a winner that will truly make an impact on the nation. Gold Trip: After last year's Melbourne Cup win, this horse has added a Turnbull Stakes win and Caulfield Cup placing to their record. ...
After winning the US$6 million Breeders' Cup Classic at Santa Anita Park, White Abarrio's trainer, Rick Dutrow, immediately set his sights on the US$20 million Saudi Cup at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh. Despite the victory creating a Horse of the Year honours scramble, Dutrow is focused on securing the world's richest race title for his horse, owned by C2 Racing Stable and La Milagrosa. ...
Trainer Abdallah Al Hammadi and jockey Connor Beasley had a remarkable day at the second Al Ain card of the 2023-24 season, as both of them achieved three wins each. Additionally, handler Ibrahim Al Hadhrami secured a double victory on the fixtures, with Beasley's support in the closing two races. Indys Day and Oscar Chavez, sporting the lime green colours of Al Ajban Stables, bravely held off ...
