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FMQ Racing's Star Returns to Winning Ways at Ellis Park Saudi Crown, the talented colt owned by FMQ Racing, made a triumphant return to the winner's circle after a four-month hiatus, dominating the US$150,000 R. A. "Cowboy" Jones Stakes at Ellis Park on August 11. Trained by Brad Cox and ridden by Florent Geroux, the son of Always Dreaming showcased his class with a gate-to-wire victory, ...
Sheikh Joaan Celebrates as Five-Year-Old Overcomes Injury Setback In a display of resilience and class, Al Hakeem stormed to victory in the Gr.3 Prix Gontaut-Biron Hong Kong Jockey Club at Deauville, marking a triumphant return to form for the Jean-Claude Rouget-trained five-year-old. The win not only showcased Al Hakeem's recovery from a serious leg injury suffered in April 2023 but also ...
Goodwood Cup Hero Kyprios on Track for Autumn Campaign In a display of sheer dominance, Kyprios stormed to a four-length victory in the Goodwood Cup last week, reigniting discussions about his potential Arc de Triomphe bid. The Aidan O'Brien-trained six-year-old, hailed for his "very rare" stamina, is now setting his sights on the Irish St Leger at the Curragh next month. Kyprios's Goodwood ...
Italian Ace Thrives in American Adventure Frankie Dettori, the most recognisable face in European racing, has emphatically dismissed any notion of impending retirement. He continues to make waves across the pond, building on his illustrious career that includes remarkable success in the Middle East. "I should have done this ten years ago," the 53-year-old declared, reflecting on his move to the ...
Giga Kick Prepares For Successful Spring Giga Kick, the 2022 Everest champion, is edging closer to a long-awaited return to the track, with trainer Clayton Douglas expressing satisfaction after the five-year-old's recent jumpout at Mornington. Impressive Workout The Mornington-based handler was pleased with Giga Kick's performance in Wednesday's serious hitout, where the gelding finished second ...
I Wish I Win, the star galloper trained by Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, has been confirmed for a second crack at The Everest, with Trackside Media securing the gelding for their slot in Australia's richest race. Unfinished Business After a gallant second-place finish in last year's edition, connections are hopeful of going one better on 19 October at Randwick. Mark Chittick of Waikato ...
The Land of the Rising Sun is casting its gaze on Yorkshire as Durezza, Japan's latest international hopeful, acclimatises to British soil. The Gr.1 Japanese St Leger victor is plotting a raid on the Juddmonte International at York's prestigious Ebor meeting, aiming to become only the third Japanese-trained Gr.1 winner on British turf. Currently lodging with Newmarket-based Charlie Fellowes, ...
In a seismic shift for French racing, veteran maestro Jean-Claude Rouget and rising star Jerome Reynier are set to join forces, creating a formidable 'superstable' that spans the length of France. The unlikely alliance, announced yesterday, will see the two trainers operate under a joint licence from 1 January 2025, melding Rouget's decades of dominance with Reynier's fresh, international ...
Michelle Payne, the jockey who made history by becoming the first woman to win the Melbourne Cup, has announced her retirement from race-riding. Payne created history in the 2015 Flemington showpiece when riding Prince Of Penzance to glory, but has relinquished her licence to Racing Victoria just before the new racing season begins. "That's it for me," she told Racing.com. "It was a tough ...
One of Europe's most improved stayers is a likely challenger for the Caulfield and Melbourne Cups this spring after Crystal Black qualified for both races with a comprehensive victory in Ireland overnight. The surprise story of the staying ranks in recent months, Crystal Black made it five wins in a row in the Gr.3 Ballyroan Stakes at Leopardstown to put the Cups double in Melbourne firmly on ...
In a significant turn of events, The Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia (JCSA) has announced a major change to the results of the inaugural Saudi Cup race held on 29 February 2020. Maximum Security, the original winner, has been disqualified, with the title now being awarded to Midnight Bisou. The Inquiry and Decision The JCSA's Stewards Committee conducted an inquiry on 22-23 May 2024, into charges ...
Mick Appleby is capping off a sensational 2024 Qatar Goodwood Festival by claiming his first top trainer award. The Oakham handler is recording an impressive four wins, a second, and two thirds from just seven runners across the meeting. Appleby's victories are including: • Big Evs in Friday's G2 King George Qatar Stakes • Kitai in Tuesday's HKJC World Pool British EBF Fillies' Handicap • Big ...
