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In 2021, Paddington made headlines as the friendly co-star in a delightful Platinum Jubilee sketch alongside the Queen. However, the adorable colt has now gained a new reputation, particularly within racing circles, as a ruthless assassin. This young horse, affectionately named after one of the most beloved characters in children's literature, has rapidly gained fame for its incredible speed and ...
Savethelastdance and Bluestocking, who finished first and second in the Irish Oaks, will face off again in the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks at York on Thursday. The race, worth US$6,37,597.50 is part of the British Champions Series and will see trainer Aidan O’Brien attempt to win it for the seventh time. Savethelastdance, the winner at Curragh, will be joined by her stable-mate Warm Heart, ...
Castle Way, an up-and-coming stayer, is aiming to maintain his perfect record this season and secure a place in the prestigious St Leger race by performing well in the Gr.2 Great Voltigeur Stakes at York. Castle Way, the half-brother of the Champion miler Palace Pier, has already demonstrated his potential by winning a trial for the Doncaster Classic. He achieved this victory in a hard-fought ...
Trainer Mick Price has announced that What You Need will be competing against Giga Kick in the upcoming Gr.2 McEwen Stakes. In a recent trial at Cranbourne, What You Need finished in fourth place with jockey Ben Melham leading the way. The trial was won by Giga Kick, with Wee Nessy and Magic Time following closely behind. Despite not securing the top spot in the trial, Price expressed ...
Prince Khalid Abdullah, is being inducted into the Qipco British Champions Series Hall of Fame, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to the sport. Prince Khalid has been recognised within the special contributor category, making him the second person to receive this honour after the late Queen Elizabeth II. His Juddmonte operation is responsible for some of the best thoroughbreds in ...
Leading jockey Tommy Berry, will ride Mazu, in a pivotal barrier trial next week. Berry is nearing the end of a seven-month disqualification due to "improper dealings with a punter." He has recently returned to trackwork riding but is not officially due to compete in barrier trials until next week. However, Racing NSW has provided dispensation for Berry to take just one ride at Tuesday's trials ...
Hall of Famer Les Bridge firmly believes that Classique Legend, a remarkable grey sprinter, never had the opportunity to showcase his full potential in racing. According to reports, Classique Legend emerged as the champion of The Everest in 2020 and was once regarded as the top sprinter in the world. However, it has been confirmed that the 8YO gelding has run his final race, as recent scans ...
Last Friday, champion mare Black Caviar gave birth to a colt. The father of the foal is the up-and-coming sire, The Autumn Sun. Living Legends released some captivating footage of the newborn foal with its mother on Monday. This was an extraordinary moment as Black Caviar welcomed her foal on her 17th birthday. Given Black Caviar's remarkable achievements on the racetrack, winning every one of ...
The Sky Bet Great Voltigeur Stakes, set to take place on Wednesday, features five runners with Gregory as the top pick. Trained by John and Thady Gosden, Gregory is the Queen's Vase winner and is hoping to cement his St Leger claims in this traditional trial. Top Contenders For Doncaster Classic He is already the favourite with Paddy Power and Betfair for the Doncaster Classic in September. ...
As the Ebor at York approaches this Saturday, 39 participants have confirmed their spot, including the favoured Sweet William who is ensured to take part in the race. The Ebor meeting comes to a thrilling conclusion with the prestigious handicap race, which serves as an automatic qualifier for the highly anticipated Melbourne Cup. With a generous prize purse of $6,38,877.50a maximum of 22 horses ...
Desert Crown, unfortunately, suffered a severe fetlock injury on Sunday that has ended their season. They will be undergoing surgery to address the injury. A 4YO colt, trained by Sir Michael Stoute and a winner of last year's Derby, sustained an injury while being put through his paces on the Al Bahathri gallop in preparation for the Juddmonte International Stakes at York. Setbacks Continue To ...
The Juddmonte International at York later this week will be headlined by Aidan O’Brien’s Paddington, John and Thady Gosden’s Mostahdaf and Nashwa, and The Foxes, trained by Andrew Balding, complete the line-up. Paddington has won his last four Group One races, including the Irish 2,000 Guineas and the Sussex Stakes, making him the top 3YO horse. Mostahdaf, winner of the Prince of Wales’s Stakes, ...
