This Friday, the Balanchine (G2), the UAE Oaks (G3), the Nad Al Sheba Trophy (G3), and the Road to the Kentucky Derby (L) will be held Tjareed and Labwah, face to face once again at Meydan / DRC DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (Special to Turf Diario).– The Dubai Racing Carnival is entering the decisive zone. This Friday’s meeting at Meydan offers more than just prize money and prestige: it puts direct tickets on the line for two of the world calendar’s greatest events, the D

The Portuguese jockey moved the racing world by achieving the greatest victory of his career aboard Al Haram, Ricardo Sousa, and all the joy of the local colt's team / JCSA By Diego H. Mitagstein (Turf Diario Special Correspondent in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).– In a sunset that will be engraved in gold letters in the history books of international turf, this city surrendered to the whip and the heart of a rider who, against al

After four days of the conference, the top authorities of world racing offered diverse perspectives on the current state and the future of the industry By Diego H. Mitagstein (Turf Diario Special Correspondent in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).– While the world’s attention was focused on the Saudi Cup ( G1 ), inside the doors of the Asian Racing Conference , something even more significant than a multi-million dollar race was being

The ceremony organized by the Asociacion de Criadores de Caballos de Carrera del Peru will be held at the Casino Atlantic City The Chilean-bred Khamal, a two-time G1 winner, is a top candidate for Horse of the Year / JCP / JULIO VILLANUEVA LIMA, Peru (Special to Turf Diario).– Peruvian racing dresses in its finest once again to celebrate its night of maximum distinction. This Thursday, the halls of the Casino Atlantic City in this city will set the stage for a new editio

The Japanese crack arrived in perfect condition in the United Arab Emirates after his remarkable victory last Saturday in the Saudi Cup (G1) Forever Young steps off the van that transported him to Meydan / LAURA KING / DRC DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (Special for Turf Diario).- There is no time to celebrate when chasing history. Just three days after conquering the Saudi Cup ( G1 ) for the second time, the Japanese phenomenon Forever Young has already landed here to prepar

The 2025 Horse of the Year in the United States breezed 600 meters last Saturday at Payson Park, and could make his return in the spring Sovereignty back under tack for a timed breeze / ADAM COGLIANESE INDIANTOWN, Florida (Special to Turf Diario).– The reigning Horse of the Year in the United States , Sovereignty , reappeared on the official work tab last Saturday, marking his first move since being scratched during the week of the Breeders' Cup Classic ( G1 ) on November

This marks the fifth consecutive year of reductions, in line with the policies spearheaded by the organization for racing in the Old Continent European racing will see shifts in its schedule during 2026 / COOLMORE ROME, Italy (Special to Turf Diario).– During its primary meeting held on February 5 at the Ministry of Agriculture in Rome , the European Pattern Committee ( EPC ) reviewed all Pattern and Listed races held in 2025 and approved a series of significant changes for

The son of Fortify bested the favorite in the Clasico Baldomero Aspillaga (G3) and has guaranteed his spot for the grand event in late April at Monterrico Puppi's Husband got the better of Khamal on the Monterrico turf / JCP / JULIO VILLANUEVA LIMA, Peru (Special to Turf Diario).– It was a banner weekend for Argentine breeding at Hipodromo de Monterrico , where Stud Jet Set and trainer Juan Suarez enjoyed a stakes double that reaffirmed the dominance of Argentine bloodlin

The gray scored in the Mineshaft Stakes (G3) at Fair Grounds and will now head to Meydan to defend his title in the Dubai World Cup (G1) against Forever Young The gray Hit Show added another victory to his tally and is now bound for Dubai / FAIR GROUNDS NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana (Special to Turf Diario).– On a weekend where the global racing world began to focus on the season’s major international commitments, the gray Hit Show once again proved that his heart is as big as his

The Gun Runner colt narrowly defeated Chip Honcho, further solidifying his status as a top contender on the road to Churchill Downs Paladin dug deep to maintain his perfect record / FAIR GROUNDS NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana (Special to Turf Diario).– On a day where strategy and heart merged on the Fair Grounds oval, Paladin demonstrated why he is widely considered the colt to beat this year. The Chad Brown trainee had to dig deep to reel in the front-running Chip Honcho ( Con

The son of Study of Man showed the ability to gallop and took the challenge over 3000 meters on the turf For Sons and Lover, a victory that expands his future / JCSA By Diego H. Mitagstein (Special Correspondent for Turf Diario in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) RIYADH , Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).- Great nights are also measured in endurance. And the Red Sea Turf Handicap (G2), with 2.5 million dollars and 3000 meters ahead on the turf, offered a full-fledged battle

The Bob Baffert trainee made up significant ground in the stretch to secure the win and a "Win and You're In" berth for the Breeders' Cup Sprint (G1). Imagination came from off the pace to secure an impossible win / JCSA By Diego H. Mitagstein (Special Correspondent for Turf Diario in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).–  Dirt speed once again spoke with an American accent. The Riyadh Dirt Sprint  (G2), boasting a $2 million purse, fell

The homebred for the late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum secured an authoritative G1 victory in Riyadh. Oisin Murphy made it look easy aboard Royal Champion in Riyadh / JCSA By Diego H. Mitagstein (Special Correspondent for Turf Diario) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).–  At eight years of age, when most Thoroughbreds have already told their full story, the Irish-bred Royal Champion  decided to write his greatest chapter yet. The Karl Burke  trainee captu

The Japanese champion was unstoppable in Riyadh and clearly defeated Nysos, becoming the first horse in history to win the world's most expensive race twice Forever Young found the gap on the inside and from then on left his mark / JCSA By Diego H. Mitagstein (Special Correspondent for Turf Diario in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) RIYADH , Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).- History already had a place reserved for him. All that was missing was for him to occupy it once aga

The Portuguese jockey reached the pinnacle, guiding the colt to victory in the Saudi Derby (G3) at Riyadh, securing vital points for the Kentucky Derby (G1). Ricardo Sousa, still in the irons of Al Haram / JCSA By Diego H. Mitagstein (Special Correspondent for Turf Diario in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).–  As the dust began to settle on the King Abdulaziz  home straight, a new star among the 3-year-olds was born. Simultaneously, th

The Japanese sensation aims to maintain his dominance at King Abdulaziz, facing off against Nysos and Nevada Beach, Bob Baffert’s high-profile contenders. Forever Young, a formidable athlete who never tires of reaching for glory / JCSA By Diego H. Mitagstein (Special Correspondent for Turf Diario in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).–  There are nights that transcend the calendar and find their place in history. The Saudi Cup  (G1-1,800

The Red Sea Turf Handicap (G2), the Riyadh Dirt Sprint (G2), and the 1351 Turf Sprint (G3) round out the massive international meeting. Imagination, another strong hand for Bob Baffert in Riyadh / JCSA RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).–  Beyond the Saudi Cup  (G1), the Neom Turf Cup  (G1), and the Saudi Derby  (G3), the high-profile card at King Abdulaziz Racecourse  is completed by a series of stakes races that, given the depth of the fields, provide a tru

The Japanese contender faces a deep field at King Abdulaziz, seeking vital points on the Road to the Kentucky Derby (G1). Satono Voyage moved with ease during morning works in Riyadh / JCSA RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (From a special correspondent).–  In just six editions, the Saudi Derby  (G3-1,600m, dirt, $1.5 million) has evolved from an exotic promise into a strategic fixture on the international stakes map. The race, held on the King Abdulaziz  dirt with Kentucky Derby  (G1) po

The mare, recently purchased for a fortune, takes on Shin Emperor, Silawi, Galen, and Facteur Cheval, among others. Shin Emperor won the 2025 renewal of the Neom Turf Cup / JCSA By Diego H. Mitagstein (Special Correspondent for Turf Diario in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (Special for Turf Diario) –  The evolution of the Saudi Cup  (G1) international program has found a new emblem in the elevation of the Neom Turf Cup  to top-flight status. Contested over 2,100 m

The son of Orpen captured the Longines Conquest Chronograph over 1,200 meters, returning to the winner's circle in style. Condor Pasa delivered another victory for Argentine racing in Meydan DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (Special for Turf Diario).–  The latest meeting at Meydan  delivered a high-voltage Friday night under the lights, serving as the perfect prelude to the upcoming Super Saturday . With a blend of local grit and international flair, the spotlight shone brightest