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Tahiyra has become the unquestionable frontrunner in the Cartier Horse of the Year rankings after her remarkable display at the Coronation Stakes during Royal Ascot last week.
The 3YO trained by Dermot Weld secured a victory in the mile Group One, propelling her to the top of the standings with 88 points. Additionally, she triumphed in the Irish 1,000 Guineas last month after placing second in the equivalent race in Newmarket upon her return for the season.
King's Stand Stakes Winner Takes Charge Of The Sprint Division
After his Ascot Gold Cup triumph, Courage Mon Ami has risen to the top of the stayer standings with 48 points. The undefeated 4YO, ridden by Frankie Dettori, secured a famous ninth win in the race, defeating Coltrane, who currently holds second place in the division with 32 points.
Following his victory at Royal Ascot, Bradsell, the winner of the King's Stand Stakes, has become the new leader of the sprint division. Trainer Archie Watson had a successful day at the meeting, with Bradsell's win headlining his treble. Bradsell is currently four points ahead of Shaquille, the winner of the Commonwealth Cup, as well as surprise winners Khaadem and Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes. Highfield Princess and Little Big Bear also have 32 points.
After his commanding win in the Prince of Wales's Stakes, Mostahdaf has risen to a joint-second place in the rankings for older horses with 54 points, tying with Dubai Honour. The 5YO, owned by Shadwell, dominated the race, defeating Luxembourg by a margin of four lengths in the prestigious Group One event. However, Aidan O'Brien's horse still maintains the leading position in the division with 56 points.
The announcement of the winners for the 33rd Cartier Racing Awards will take place at the Dorchester Hotel in London in November. The winners are determined by a combination of points earned in Pattern races (30%), the opinions of a panel of racing journalists and handicappers (35%), and votes from readers of the Racing Post and Daily Telegraph (35%).