Ed Bethell is likely to skip the King George Qatar Stakes with Regional and instead go straight to the Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes. Regional, who has been in great form, has always been consistent over shorter distances but only won one of his first 10 races for Bethell. Regional's Rise: Ready For Nunthorpe However, this season he has stepped up his game, winning a competitive York ...
After his victory in the July Stakes at Newmarket, Clive Cox is remaining open-minded about the future of the promising juvenile, Jasour. Rising From Defeat To Victory Despite narrowly losing his first race at Salisbury, the Havana Grey colt improved in his next outing at Nottingham before progressing to compete at the Group Two level on the July course. Jasour faced a challenging task, but he ...
According to Roger Varian, King Of Steel, who is considered one of the top contenders for the King George And Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes at Ascot on Saturday, will not be affected if the ground becomes soft. Varian is closely monitoring the ground conditions for the King Edward VII Stakes winner and Derby runner-up, especially with the forecast predicting more rain and heavy showers in the ...
Tashkhan's connections are hoping for the rain to continue before his shot at the Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup Stakes. Some of the highlights for Brian Ellison's 5YO, include a second place in the 2021 British Champions Long Distance Cup and a fifth place in the Ascot Gold Cup the following year. He has consistently participated in top staying contests in recent years. Rainy Hopes For Tashkhan's Shot ...
According to layers on Sunday, the potential for unstable weather at Ascot in the near future may pose difficulties for Hukum, as it could affect the chances of star 3YO Auguste Rodin and King Of Steel becoming the favorites for the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes. The upcoming championship on Saturday is expected to be one of the standout races of the summer. It will feature ...
David Allan guided Art Power to a commanding victory in the Gr.2 Barberstown Castle Sapphire Stakes at the Curragh on Saturday, further solidifying their impressive Irish record. The talented offspring of Dark Angel has emerged victorious in all five of his races in the country under the training of Tim Easterby, with the most recent four triumphs occurring at the Curragh. Despite facing ...
Subjectivist, the emphatic champion of the 2021 Gold Cup, has been forced into retirement after a disappointing performance this week due to lameness. The talented staying star, who triumphed over Princess Zoe by five lengths at Royal Ascot, had been preparing for the Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup next month. However, a tendon injury incurred during his Gold Cup victory seriously threatened his career. ...
John Singleton, the owner of Larrikin, believes that Think About It, Joe Pride's impressive sprinter, is an extraordinary talent capable of winning every race during the spring carnival. Singleton entered the Gr.1 Stradbroke Handicap with high expectations for his talented 3 YO colt Hawaii Five Oh, which he co-owned with his longtime friend and breeder Gerry Harvey. Singleton hoped that Hawaii ...
During the Qatar Goodwood Festival, Equality will attempt to win his third consecutive race by competing in the King George Qatar Stakes. The 5YO, speedster Equality, owned by Kennet Valley Thoroughbreds, Equality dropped back to handicap company and emerged victorious at Windsor on his penultimate start. Equality Continues Triumphant Run He then added to his winning streak by triumphing in the ...
Goldman, a star stayer, is prepared to elevate his pursuit of the Melbourne Cup. Overpass, a hopeful for Everest, has reached a new level. Additionally, the unbeaten colt Ozzmosis is considered "potentially one of the best horses" they have ever had. Spring Carnival Dreams: Darby Racing Aims High Darby Racing is gearing up for the upcoming spring carnival, with director Scott Darby aiming high ...
Following a racecourse gallop at Newbury on Wednesday morning, Pyledriver is on track to defend his King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes crown. Pyledriver, trained by William Muir and Chris Grassick, has won eight out of his 19 starts but has faced injury setbacks that have kept him on the sidelines during crucial moments of his career. Unstoppable Pyledriver Conquers All Obstacles ...
Desert Crown, last year's Derby hero, took a significant step towards securing a spot in the Qipco-sponsored King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes next Saturday. He pleased his connections during his workout with Ryan Moore on Wednesday morning. After his victory at Epsom last June, Desert Crown had only one race at the Sandown Brigadier Gerard Stakes in May, where he was defeated by Hukum ...