The racetrack made the official request during the meeting of the Comité Fiscalizador de Calidad del Calendario Clásico in Chile. It joins Uruguay, whose Derby would be run over 2200 meters starting in 2027 Gordianus crossing the wire in the Gran Premio Nacional (G1), delivering a deeply emotional victory for his connections over the classic 2500-meter test at Hipódromo de Palermo JUAN I. BOZZELLO By Diego H. Mitagstein It was rumored for some time, but now the intent i

Confirmed entries from standout sprinters set the stage for the week's feature race across Argentine tracks Sprint action will once again take center stage across the Argentine circuit during the upcoming racing week, highlighted by a can't-miss clash set for Monday, August 17 at Palermo Racecourse, where several of the division's top performers will face off in the Clásico Irlanda (G3-1,000m, dirt). The event brings the first matchup of 2026 between the 3-year-olds and older

The Córdoba jockey was injured while exercising a horse and was rushed to the Río Cuarto Hospital, where he remains in an induced coma; a member of a renowned horse racing family from Alcira Gigena, he had recently scored a victory at Palermo aboard Law and Order Tomás Arrieta winning at Palermo with Law and Order, last July / HAPSA RÍO CUARTO, Córdoba—An atmosphere of deep anxiety hangs over Córdoba racing as jockey Tomás Emanuel Arrieta Giovanini fights for his life. The r

No rescheduling was announced, continuing a pattern that has repeated for years at the province racecourse; the San Martín, the sole stakes event of the week there Storm Sound, one of the confirmed contenders for the San Martín / HLP LA PLATA—The local track did it again: violating international rules, La Plata Racecourse canceled—with no rescheduling announced so far—the Clásico Manuel F. y Emilio Gnecco (G3), which was scheduled for Saturday, August 15, for fillies and mare

Saturday the 15th will see the distaffers take center stage, while Tuesday the 18th features a blockbuster showdown in honor of the father of the nation Sabiyano will look to defend his title in the San Martín / HLP LA PLATA—the local track has begun mapping out its upcoming programs for Saturday, August 15, and Tuesday, August 18, featuring a solid entry list alongside the now firmly entrenched secondary category racing, where horses compete for purses that in some cases fai

Three years after the accident that changed her life forever, the native of Mendoza earned her first victory as a trainer with a horse gifted to her by Pelle; behind the success at Hipódromo de Mendoza lies a story of friendship, solidarity, and a passion for horses that proved stronger than any adversity PHOTOS by JOSÉ MALUF By Diego H. Mitagstein SOMETIMES A SINGLE PHOTOGRAPH is enough to tell a whole story. In the one left behind after the Premio Alma Burrera a few days ag

The jockey added the Polla de Potrillos at La Plata to his record and once again demonstrated the strong connection he maintains with the stable, with whom he has already celebrated major victories alongside Qué Tarde Gris and El Resero Con Capa LA PLATA.— There are moments when everything seems to go right. For Adrián Giannetti, his current form is a perfect reflection of that rhythm. Having established himself as one of the most consistent jockeys in Argentine racing, the r

The Santa Fe jockey teamed up with Personal Filly to capture the Clásico Polla de Potrancas (G2) at La Plata LA PLATA.— Well before hitting the wire, Juan Pablo Paoloni was already exuding that characteristic calm seen in jockeys when a plan comes together flawlessly. Following his victory aboard Personal Filly in the Clásico Polla de Potrancas (G2), the opening leg of the Triple Crown at El Bosque, the smile on his face had an added significance: confirming once again that h

The Clásico Ricardo P. Sauze (G3), Clásico República Federativa del Brasil (G3), Clásico Ocurrencia (G3), and Clásico Propietarios (L) highlight next week's stakes lineup at San Isidro and Palermo Forever Rim will line up in the Clásico Ocurrencia / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Action on the premier circuits is set following Tuesday's final confirmations for the upcoming cards at Palermo and San Isidro, featuring four stakes events headlined across two major racing days. The action kicks

The Clásico Ricardo P. Sauze (G3), Clásico República Federativa del Brasil (G3), Clásico Ocurrencia (G3), and Clásico Propietarios (L) make up the attractive lineup The G1 winner Comando Secreto was entered for the República Federativa del Brasil / JUAN I. BOZZELLO An extensive stakes schedule is coming together for next week at the Palermo and San Isidro racetracks. The action will kick off in high gear on Friday the 7th at the former venue, featuring the Clásico Ricardo P.

The top turf mare in training won the Copa Diamante (G1) and Gran Premio Estrellas Distaff (G1) That remarkable display of superiority in late June in the Gran Premio Estrellas Distaff (G1) will remain in memory as the final racetrack performance on Argentine soil for Indiana Candy. As confirmed by Turf Diario, the daughter of Señor Candy has been sold to Japan for broodmare duties. It is not yet known whether she will make a preliminary stop in the United States, as is often

From the historical result this week at San Isidro to the legendary 1944 Carter Handicap, a tour through some of the most extraordinary finishes ever known in world racing BY DIEGO H. MITAGSTEIN There are photographs that serve to clear up any doubt. And there are others that, paradoxically, are born to confirm that no doubt exists because the equality is absolute. In horse racing, where a head, a neck, or a mere nose often separates glory from defeat, the photo finish arrive

Traditional stepping stones to the start of the Triple Crown, they have lately contributed few winners to Buenos Aires' major mile events Moon Frank Won Both the Campos and the Gran Premio Polla de Potrancas in 2025 / JUAN I. BOZZELLO This Saturday at Hipódromo Palermo, the Clásico Miguel Cané (G2) and the Clásico General Luis María Campos (G2) will be run as the final preps leading into the start of the Triple Crown next month, when the Gran Premio Polla de Potrillos (G1) an

After maintaining the same purse levels in July as in June—prior to the official birthday shift—certain categories will benefit from an increase, while others will see the opposite The Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo announced Thursday adjustments to its purse structure that will take effect for August meetings, featuring increases for certain categories alongside reductions for others. The update comes after July maintained the same payout levels established in June, prior to

The stakes events will bolster Saturday's program alongside the Gran Premio 2000 Guineas (G1) Ruby Rose will run the Clásico Bayakoa / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Hipódromo de San Isidro was also hard at work this Tuesday, as is customary, putting together its next two race cards scheduled for Saturday the 25th and Wednesday the 29th of this month. Naturally, the centerpiece is set for the weekend, featuring a must-see program led by the Gran Premio 2000 Guineas (G1), the traditional mi

It will be held on Monday over 1800 meters on the Palermo dirt track, featuring champions Drive Joy and Earth God as the headliners A total of 31 races will be held across the three meetings finalized this Monday by Hipódromo de Palermo for the upcoming week, with racing set for Friday the 24th, Monday the 27th, and Thursday the 30th of this month. The centerpiece will arrive on Monday with the Clásico Perú (G2-1800m, dirt), one of the strongest mid-distance races of the seco

The jockey enjoyed an ideal afternoon, headlined by Xurra's victory; he is enjoying his best season to date and already has four graded wins to his credit this year LA PLATA.- Tuesday's meeting at Hipódromo de La Plata belonged to one rider: Franco Menéndez. The jockey is currently navigating the finest spell of his career and validated that form with a standout performance, sweeping three victories and landing the featured event on the card by taking the Clásico Miguel Luis

The Clásico Federación Argentina de Jockey Clubes e Hipódromos (2200m) will be run this coming Sunday at La Plata Nassau, will be one of the runners for the next Sunday stakes at La Plata / JUAN I. BOZZELLO LA PLATA.- The next three cards to be decided at this venue are locked in, featuring the welcome news of a few extra races added to the mix. The La Plata track will open its gates on Sunday the 26th, Tuesday the 28th, and Thursday the 30th of this month. The headliner look

Colorado del Monte leads a strong entry list for the first major second-half showdown for 3-year-olds, set for this coming Saturday on the turf at Hipódromo de San Isidro Roi du Monde Seeks Redemption in the Guineas / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Following four scratches from its original nomination list, eight 3-year-old colts were officially declared on Monday to compete this coming Saturday at Hipódromo de San Isidro in the Gran Premio 2000 Guineas (G1), the first major second-half sh

Lead the list of 10 entries for next week's top race at Palermo, set to take place on Monday the 27th. Drive Joy won 2 G1's at Palermo's dirt / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Hipódromo Palermo has begun assembling its upcoming three racecards, scheduled for Friday the 24th, Monday the 27th, and Thursday the 30th of this month. The headline event will arrive on the second day when a new edition of the Clásico Perú (G2-1800m, dirt) takes center stage—one of the premier second-half contests f