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David McColm, the trainer, has decided to enter Far Too Easy as the first choice for this year's running of The Kosciuszko, which offers a prize of A$2 million. He believes that Far Too Easy is an exceptional horse and expects even better performances from him in the future, as he describes him as a "horse of a lifetime". Discovering Far Too Easy's Strengths After a successful winter campaign, ...
Trainer Grahame Begg has stated that he has numerous options for quality filly Magic Time, with the A$10m Golden Eagle being the highlight, for this year's spring carnival. Magic Time: Versatile Track Champion Despite only having raced four times, Magic Time, the daughter of Hellbent, has demonstrated her ability to win on various surfaces, including good, rain-affected, and even synthetic ...
Adrian Gonzalez of Checkmate Thoroughbreds has become particularly knowledgeable about the highs and lows of life within the racing industry, as it often magnifies these experiences. This has been evident in the events of the past few weeks. From Tragedy to Triumph: Yo Yo Candy's Inspiring Win After the heartbreaking loss of several yearlings in a tragic trailer accident last month, Adrian ...
Adelaide River potentially joining stablemate Auguste Rodin in the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes at Ascot has not been ruled out by Aidan O'Brien. Adelaide River's Impressive Grand Prix Performance Adelaide River, a son of Australia, displayed a commendable performance as he finished second, only one length behind Feed The Flame, in the Grand Prix de Paris at ParisLongchamp on ...
Hukum is on track for an exciting edition of the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes at Ascot on July 29th. Owen Burrows' top horse, had to skip the Hardwicke at Royal Ascot because of the fast ground, as he had recently recovered from a serious injury. A Triumphant Comeback Against The Odds However, he proved his ability when he defeated the previously unbeaten Desert Crown in the ...
According to trainer Kieran Cotter, stable star Matilta Picotte has been impressing her connections as she prepares for her highly anticipated return later this month. The 3YO filly, sired by Sioux Nation, achieved two victories as a juvenile, one of which was at Listed level in Newmarket towards the end of last season. Rising Star: Juvenile Victories However, it was her impressive third-place ...
Shaquille, the 5-2 Joint Favourite, achieved a remarkable win in the Pertemps Network July Cup (6f), the main event of the Boodles July Festival at Newmarket, marking his second Group One race triumph of his career. Similar to his previous triumph in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot last month, the 3YO Charm Spirit colt lost ground at the start and emerged slowly from the stalls. However, ...
Nashwa, a 4YO, Frankel filly, proved her talent by winning the Falmouth Stakes, which is part of the Champions Series. This was her third Group One victory, following her successful runs in the Prix de Diane and Nassau Stakes in 2022. Despite underperforming in her previous two outings this season, she justified the decision to supplement her for this race by paying £20,000 last Saturday. Nashwa ...
Less than three weeks away is Sydney's first black-type race of the upcoming season, and Joe Pride is aiming to make an early impact by selecting two sprinters for next month's Gr.2 Missile Stakes. Pride is eager to start the latest chapters of both new stable additions. Argentia & Big Parade: Racing's Rising Stars "I'm going to have two new faces there in the Missile, Argentia and Big Parade," ...
The Fasig-Tipton July Selected Horses of Racing Age Sale concluded with impressive outcomes, surpassing the statistics of 2022 and selling three horses for US$500,000 or higher. Among the top sellers was Crypto Mo, the Iowa Oaks Group Three winner, who added a significant half-million dollars to the day's success as the final horse to go through the ring. "It was a terrific afternoon of sales; ...
On day three of the Boodles July Festival, Julie Camacho, her husband, and assistant trainer Steve Brown are eagerly anticipating Shaquille, their stable star, as he aims to secure another Group One victory in the prestigious July Cup which is part of the QIPCO British Champions Series The 3YO Charm Spirit colt, is currently regarded as the firm favourite for the US$785,000 six-furlong contest. ...
On Thursday, July 13th, Adayar will compete in the Gr.2 Princess Of Wales’s Stakes at Newmarket’s July Festival, bringing back memories of his wins in the Derby and King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes. Adayar, the son of Frankel, won two prestigious Group One middle-distance races in Europe during a fantastic summer in 2021. He also performed admirably in the Gr.1 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, ...
