The winner of the latest Breeders’ Cup Sprint (G1) suffered a small sesamoid fracture and will undergo surgery in Kentucky. The prognosis is favorable, but he will not compete again during the current season SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York (Special to Turf Diario).- Bentornato, winner of the 2025 Breeders’ Cup Sprint(G1) at Del Mar, is out of competition for the remainder of the year due to a small sesamoid fracture, as confirmed by his trainer, the Venezuelan José D’Angelo. The s

The top sprinter of 2025 will be the standout star of a card designed especially in his honor this Friday, in the prelude to the Haskell Stakes. Unbeaten in three starts over the New Jersey track, he will headline the Mr. Prospector Stakes with the Breeders’ Cup Sprint once again on the horizon OCEANPORT, New Jersey (Special to Turf Diario).- This Saturday, the Haskell Stakes (G1) will bring together several of the best colts in the United States, and perhaps the future champ

The winner of the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont Stakes covered 800 meters in 48s40/100 at Keeneland in his first breeze since the final gem of the Triple Corona. This Saturday, he will travel to Saratoga, where he will be prepared for the big challenge on August 29 LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special to Turf Diario).- Golden Tempo returned to action and formally began his preparation for the DraftKings Travers Stakes (G1-2000 m, dirt, $1,250,000), one of the most important races of

Godolphin announced the conclusion of the extraordinary career of the son of Dubawi, a winner in 22 of his 32 starts and a victor in nine G1 events. A two-time champion of the Breeders’ Cup Turf and a leading protagonist across Europe, Dubai, the United States, and Asia, he closed his historic tenure with one final triumph at Newmarket There are horses that win major races and others that also construct a story capable of crossing borders. Rebel’s Romance clearly belonged to

The Ribblesdale Stakes (G2) winner will headline a field of 11 fillies this Saturday at The Curragh, featuring Epsom Oaks (G1) heroine Thundering On, Johanna Walsh, and a strong five-horse contingent sent out by Aidan O’Brien COUNTY KILDARE, Ireland (Special to Turf Diario).- After finding ultimate glory during the Royal Ascot meeting, Earth Shot will have a grand opportunity this Saturday to add a classic triumph to her record when she lines up in the Juddmonte Irish Oaks (G

Beginning with the 2027 foal crop, progeny of North American stallions standing for a stud fee of up to $5,000 will be assigned a $200 nomination fee, while the cost will rise to $600 for offspring of sires commanded at $100,000 or more LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special to Turf Diario).- Addressing the economic challenges faced by a large segment of the Thoroughbred breeding industry, the Breeders’ Cup Board of Directors approved a new foal nomination fee structure, featuring tier

Back on the dirt, the son of Fortify bred by Haras Vacación romped to an 8 1/4-length victory in the Clásico Bartolomé Puigross VALPARAÍSO, Viña del Mar (Special to Turf Diario).— Back on the dirt track after some disappointing efforts in top-flight company, the Argentine-bred sophomore Presley found redemption at Valparaíso Sporting, demolishing his rivals in the Clásico Bartolomé Puigross (1300m), the opening leg of the Local Triple Crown for three-year-olds. Bred by Haras

The colt from Gustavo Delgado's stable will make his highly anticipated return this Saturday at Monmouth Park after missing the Kentucky Derby due to an infection. Winner of the Tampa Bay Derby and runner-up by a mere nose in the Florida Derby, he will seek to prove he belongs among the elite of his generation and secure a spot in the Breeders’ Cup Classic Opportunities like the one The Puma will have this Saturday in the NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes (G1-1800m, dirt, US$ 1,000,00

Figonero, Matún, Fanatic Boy, and Catch a Flight are the four Argentine-bred stars to have previously conquered one of the signature events of the summer meet at the seaside oval in Southern California. This Saturday, champion Full Serrano will seek to add his name to that illustrious list, facing a formidable challenge as he squares off against Journalism in this year's renewal Catch a Flight winning the San Diego Handicap in 2015 / BENOIT PHOTO DEL MAR, California (Special

The Aga Khan’s homebred filly narrowly prevailed in the Prix de Malleret (G2) to remain on course for the Prix Vermeille (G1), while Joseph O’Brien’s stayer landed the Prix Maurice de Nieuil (G2) following a thrilling finish Behrayna will go now for the Prix Vermeille / FRANCE-GALOP PARIS, France—While the Grand Prix de Paris (G1) commanded the lion's share of attention during Tuesday's blockbuster card at ParisLongchamp, the supporting feature events provided plenty of firew

The historic meeting held in Porto marked the beginning of a shared agenda to address the environmental challenges facing the industry, focusing on equine welfare, racecourse infrastructure, and the long-term sustainability of the sport PORTO, Portugal (Special to Turf Diario).— Signaling the horse racing industry's growing commitment to environmental challenges, the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) hosted the inaugural Climate Change and Sustainabil

The son of Gun Runner will clash this Saturday at Monmouth Park against rivals of the caliber of Napoleón Solo, Iron Honor, and the maiden Ocelli If the Kentucky Derby (G1) left lingering questions and the Preakness Stakes (G1) opened a brand-new landscape, this Saturday’s Haskell Stakes (G1-1800m) at Monmouth Park looms as the perfect opportunity to help sort out the North American three-year-old division, which currently has Golden Tempo (Curlin) as its undisputed leader. F

The Argentine champion is set to make his return this Saturday in the San Diego Handicap (G2), the crucial prep for the Pacific Classic (G1), over the very same dirt track where he reached racing glory in the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile (G1); Chilean contender The Goat completes a formidable South American presence in the lineup Certain tracks define a horse's career, and Del Mar holds a truly unique place in the history of Full Serrano. It was there, alongside the Pacific, that

The colt, coming off a runner-up finish in the Epsom Derby (G1), put his class on full display to shine on the turf of ParisLongchamp PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— When a trip plagued by traffic troubles seemed to seal his fate, Maltese Cross dug deep, displaying immense class and a massive heart to capture the Grand Prix de Paris (G1-2400m) at Longchamp, delivering trainer William Haggas his first-ever victory in one of the crown jewels of the French summer. Comi

Owners of horses that were not nominated as foals have until July 15 to register them into the program, making them eligible to compete in the 14 races of the prestigious world championships, which this year will distribute more than $34 million in purses at Keeneland LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— Owners of horses of racing age not previously nominated to the Breeders’ Cup program have until this Wednesday, July 15, to take advantage of promotional rates and

The champion trainer will seek his eleventh victory in the prestigious Saratoga feature, sending out a formidable roster comprised of Dynamic Pricing, Kathynmarissa, Portfolio Duration, and Segesta SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— If there is one trainer who has turned the Diana Stakes (G1-1800m, turf) into his personal playground, it is Chad Brown. This Saturday, the multiple Eclipse Award winner will look to further extend his absolute dominance in Sar

Entering the race with the sole credential of a debut victory, the brilliantly bred son of Gun Runner stepped into the spotlight at Horseshoe Indianapolis to deliver a performance that stamped him as an elite prospect SHELBYVILLE, Indiana (Special for Turf Diario).— Making just the second start of his racing career, Leading Change fully validated the immense expectations surrounding him by capturing the Indiana Derby (G3-1700m, dirt, $300,000). The talented colt prevailed by

The son of Endorsement delivered a standout performance on a heavy turf course, securing a 2 1/2-length victory over the Brazilian-bred Oliver to claim the feature event MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (Special for Turf Diario).— Important victories for Argentine-bred runners continue to stack up at Hipódromo Nacional de Maroñas. This Sunday, it was Montjuic's turn to take center stage, delivering a stellar performance on a heavy turf course to capture the 2026 renewal of the traditional

On the dirt track at Prairie Meadows, the representative of the phenomenal Argentine stallion scored a brilliant victory in the Cornhusker Handicap (G3), contested over 1,800 meters ALTOONA, Iowa (Special for Turf Diario).— The remarkable evolution of Navajo Warrior continued this Saturday at Prairie Meadows, where the son of the phenomenal Argentine sire Candy Ride proved that his claiming days are definitively behind him by authoritatively capturing the Cornhusker Handicap

Following his breakthrough performance in the Jersey Stakes (G3) at Royal Ascot, the rising star took his talents to the turf at Deauville to secure another brilliant triumph DEAUVILLE, France (Special for Turf Diario).— After showing immense promise throughout much of the season and validating his progress with a victory in the Jersey Stakes (G3) at Royal Ascot, Thesecretadversary firmly established himself among the elite three-year-olds in Europe this Sunday by capturing t