The sprinter conditioned by Jim Goldie rediscovered his finest form to capture the King George Qatar Stakes (G2), while Shayem upset favorite Talk Of New York in the HKJC World Pool Thoroughbred Stakes (G3), adding another high-caliber chapter to the Qatar Goodwood Festival, which comes to a close this Saturday American Affair, star of the day at Goodwood / GOODWOOD SUSSEX, England (Special for Turf Diario).— The Qatar Goodwood Festival will lower its curtain this Saturday wi

The former agreed to serve as agent for the latter in a Hall of Fame team; they already have victories together and are looking forward to much more DEL MAR, California (Special for Turf Diario).— The magnitude of both names invites any comparison. It would be akin to imagining Magic Johnson representing LeBron James, Clint Eastwood securing roles for Tom Cruise, or Paul McCartney booking tour dates for Bruce Springsteen. Something of that caliber is unfolding this summer at

In just his third career start, the son of Yaupon defeated Solitude Dude in a thrilling finish to capture the Amsterdam Stakes (G2) at Saratoga; Todd Pletcher secured his fifth victory in the event and now sets his sights on the H. Allen Jerkens Memorial (G1) Along the Inside, Local Knowledge Captured the Amsterdam Stakes / ADAM COGLIANESE / NYRA SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— Inexperience played a secondary role. With just 3 career starts under his be

The runners-up behind Golden Tempo in the Belmont Stakes (G1) will stage a new chapter in their rivalry this Saturday at Saratoga, in the race serving as the final major dress rehearsal before the Midsummer Derby; Chip Honcho and Silent Tactic will seek to prevent another head-to-head duel Renegade Is Ready to Return to Winning Ways / ADAM COGLIANESE / NYRA SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— The absence of Golden Tempo (Curlin), the undisputed division lea

The undefeated daughter of St Mark's Basilica shone in the Nassau Stakes (G1), capturing her fourth G1 victory and cementing her status as the finest three-year-old on the continent; Aidan O'Brien is already eyeing new targets, with the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe emerging as a concrete option SUSSEX, England (Special for Turf Diario).— If Bow Echo (Night of Thunder) made it crystal clear on Wednesday who rules the European milers, Diamond Necklace took it upon herself a day la

The juvenile captured the Richmond Stakes (G2) to secure a double for the Coolmore team, while the 3-year-old had his moment to shine at the graded level for the first time Encedalus was tremendous / GOODWOOD SUSSEX, England (Special for Turf Diario).— Following the absolute brilliance of Diamond Necklace (St Mark's Basilica) in the Qatar Nassau Stakes (G1), the third day of the Goodwood festival also delivered two more names to keep a close eye on for the future. The undefea

They captured the Clásico Independencia (G2) and Clásico Santorín (G3) this Wednesday before a packed crowd at Monterrico Nader Alfonso Claimed Victory in the Clásico Independencia / JULIO VILLANUEVA / JCP LIMA, Peru (Special for Turf Diario).— Hipódromo de Monterrico once again dressed in its finest to celebrate one of the most traditional dates on its racing calendar. With a packed crowd filling the grandstands and an atmosphere perfectly fitting the celebrations for Peru's

The unbeaten colt trained by George Boughey captured the Sussex Stakes (G1) following a memorable stretch run, defeating Gstaad once again and becoming the first horse since Frankel to sweep the 2000 Guineas, the St James's Palace Stakes, and the Sussex Stakes in the same season; his next major objective could be the Breeders' Cup Mile SUSSEX, England (Special for Turf Diario).- There are no longer any doubts. Bow Echo is the best miler in Europe and one of the most outstandi

The son of Sottsass captured the Vintage Stakes (G2) with a brave inside charge, handing the young jockey his first group victory; it was also the first stakes win at that level for Oliver Cole, who now dreams of the Dewhurst Stakes (G1) SUSSEX, England (Special for Turf Diario).- The Coral Vintage Stakes (G2) delivered one of the most emotional moments of the second day of the Goodwood Festival. Dr Rascal, a promising son of Sottsass, kept his undefeated record intact by sec

The champion from Aidan O'Brien repeated his triumph from a year ago with a dominant performance, in a race marked by the loose horse Amiloc who hampered Trawlerman; the son of Justify cements his position as Europe's top stayer and is already drawing comparisons to the unforgettable Yeats SUSSEX, England (Special for Turf Diario).- If anyone still entertained doubts about who reigns supreme among Europe's premier stayers, Scandinavia took it upon himself to dispel them with

The Mark Casse trainee defeated Always a Runner with authority in the Coaching Club American Oaks (G1), taking a 2-1 lead in their head-to-head series and seizing control of the race for the Eclipse Award SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York (Special for Turf Diario).- A Big-fight atmosphere filled the air long before the starting gates opened. Counting Stars and Always a Runner (Gun Runner) arrived deadlocked after splitting the first two installments of a rivalry already shaping up a

The Andrew Balding-trained mare avenged her defeat from a year ago against Calandagan with a brilliant performance, decisively defeating the males in one of the European summer's marquee events; she now sets her sights on the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (G1), having already secured her spot in the Breeders' Cup Turf (G1) BERKSHIRE, England (Special for Turf Diario).- One year after coming up empty behind Calandagan (Gleneagles), Kalpana returned to Ascot to write the most memor

The recent winner of the Irish Derby will lead Aidan O'Brien's formidable squad against race favorite Calandagan, defending champion Goliath, Japanese contender Masquerade Ball, and the ever-dangerous Kalpana. In addition, the victor will secure a direct berth into the Breeders' Cup Turf NEWMARKET, England (Special for Turf Diario).- Everything is set for a new renewal of the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes (G1), one of the most prestigious contests on the European

Following her victory in the Acorn Stakes, she renews rivalries with Always a Runner, the heroine of the Kentucky Oaks SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York (Special for Turf Diario).- Having hit peak form in the Acorn Stakes (G1), Counting Stars will attempt to prove that she is in the finest form of her career when she steps out this Saturday in the Coaching Club American Oaks (G1), a storied 1800-meter dirt contest for 3-year-old fillies offering a $500,000 purse at Saratoga. The Wes

Carlo Zuccoli invites us to revisit unforgettable moments in world horse racing through the eyes of an illustrious breeder and owner By Carlo Zuccoli "The difference between the two clubs, one in Bombay and the other in Calcutta, is that in one they allow neither dogs nor Indians; in the other they do allow dogs." Two or three years ago, a great guy and very good friend, Paul Binfield, representative for Paddy Power at various racecourses across Great Britain, gave me an extr

Aidan O'Brien relies on the ability of the Irish Derby winner, one of his four entrants for Saturday at Ascot NEWMARKET, England (Special for Turf Diario).- If anyone knows what it takes to win the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes (G1), it is Aidan O'Brien. A four-time winner of Ascot's signature contest, the Irishman is mounting a major assault this Saturday with Benvenuto Cellini, the recent Irish Derby (G1) hero, whom he did not hesitate to compare to his illustri

Reciente ganadora del Black-Eyed Susan Stakes (G2), se enfrenta en Monmouth Park con Jumping the Gun OCEANPORT, New Jersey (Special for Turf Diario).- A G1 winner boasting a career defined by consistency, My Miss Mo will seek to further consolidate her status among the top 3-year-old fillies in the United States when she headlines the Monmouth Oaks (G3) this Saturday, a traditional 1700-meter test offering a $150,000 purse at Monmouth Park. Trained by Saffie Joseph Jr. for Av

King Khalid Racecourse opens a ten-week season this weekend that will culminate with the National Cup, introducing a new points system for the championships and featuring several of the top local stars right from opening day TAIF, Saudi Arabia (Special for Turf Diario).- Following the spectacular conclusion of the winter season in Riyadh with the Saudi Cup (G1), the spotlight of Saudi racing shifts to the mountains of Taif, where the traditional summer meeting officially kick

The Irish trainer believes his colt came very close to turning the tables at Royal Ascot and expects the third clash between them to define the top European miler; he also confirmed plans for Scandinavia and Diamond Necklace for the Goodwood Festival COUNTY KILDARE, Ireland (Special for Turf Diario).- Aidan O'Brien hopes third time's the charm. Following two consecutive defeats to Bow Echo (Night of Thunder), the Irish trainer is confident that Gstaad can finally turn the tab

The Advisory Committee confirmed several changes to next season's stakes schedule, highlighted by the reduction in distance for the local Derby The stakes schedule at Hipódromo Nacional de Maroñas will undergo one of its most significant transformations in decades starting in 2027. The Advisory Committee approved a series of modifications affecting several of the most traditional races on the Uruguayan program, highlighted by a decision that stands above all others: the Gran