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Francisco Leandro returns to Argentina with a confirmed date to return to the saddle
The Brazilian jockey will arrive in the country on November 10 and will be cleared to compete starting the following day.Following his stints in Japan and Dubai, he will remain through April, when he is set to return to the JRA circuit.Maximiliano Reigert will act as his agent, and Stay Tune could hand him a major opportunity in the Gran Premio Nacional Argentine racing is on the verge of welcoming back one of its standout stars of recent times. Francisco Leandro is all set t
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Magnitude, giant-killer of champions, will enter stud at a fee of US$ 70,000
Coolmore America announced the stud fees for its two new additions to Ashford Stud for 2027. The Dubai World Cupwinner will serve as the marquee addition, while the undefeated Paladin, a son of Gun Runner, will launch his career at a fee of $20,000 LEXINGTON, Kentucky.— Defeating the last two winners of the Breeders' Cup Classic (G1) is not a selling point just any horse can display. Magnitude (Not This Time) holds that privilege, and Coolmore America made it a centerpiece of
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Newspaperofrecord, the champion who also made history as a broodmare
The 2018 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf winner produced Benvenuto Cellini, hero of this year's Turf. She becomes only the fifth broodmare to achieve such a double, joining an elite group headed by Personal Ensign LEXINGTON, Kentucky.— Benvenuto Cellini’s (Frankel) victory in the Breeders' Cup Turf (G1) left behind a narrative that reaches far beyond his on-track glory. His dam, Newspaperofrecord (Lope de Vega), had captured the Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) in 2018, and has
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Tipazo carried the Argentine flag to the highest step in Panama
The son of Equal Talent led wire-to-wire to capture the Clásico Independencia (G1) over 2000 meters at Hipódromo Presidente Remón. His victory secured the Stud Rodolfo Pedro defender a spot in the Copa Invitacional del Caribe, to be held in Puerto Rico PANAMA CITY, Panama.— Argentine racing secured another international triumph, this time in Panama, where Tipazo (Equal Talent) captured the 104th running of the Clásico Independencia (G1), one of the most traditional fixtures o
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Daryz will enter stud at a fee of €50,000, joining Sea The Stars on the stallion roster
The two-time Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe winner will join Gilltown Stud in Ireland alongside his sire. Aga Khan Studsannounced its stallion fees for 2027, led by Sea The Stars at €300,000, alongside a significant reduction for Siyouni,whose fee drops to €110,000 PARIS, France.— The arrival of Daryz at stud represents one of the major developments in the 2027 European stallion market. The Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (G1) winner will launch his new career at Gilltown Stud, Ireland,
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Tristeza Cat, a stakes race with no clear standouts, for Wednesday afternoon
na de Armas (pictured), Eneta, and Zamba Grande emerge as the primary contenders in the 1200-meter dirt contest at San Isidro, where Beauty Check will look to leverage her experience in an open field devoid of standout stars The absence of a clear-cut favorite will be one of the defining features of the Clásico Tristeza Cat, the marquee event of this Wednesday at Hipódromo de San Isidro, which will assemble just 6 mares over 1200 meters on the dirt main track. A modest contes
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Billy Loughnane, the new child prodigy joining Godolphin
At just 20 years old, the newly crowned champion of British jockeys has been signed by Sheikh Mohammed’s powerful organization. He will share responsibilities with William Buick and will begin his new role in December during the Dubai Carnival NEWMARKET, England.— Billy Loughnane’s career is advancing at a breathtaking pace. Just days after securing his first victory at the Breeders' Cup and weeks after crowning himself champion British jockey, the 20-year-old rider received
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Cacal Island found his best stride once again, snapping a dry spell of over two years with a sharp
The winner of the Clásico Club Hípico de Tandil (L) during his 2-year-old campaign rediscovered stakes success in the Especial Lordling at La Plata. Partnered by jockey Juan Cruz Rivero, he fended off a relentless challenge down the stretch to prevail by half a length over Noni Letal LA PLATA.— More than two years had elapsed since Cacal Island (Lizard Island) last savored victory above standard condition ranks. An eternity for a horse who, as a juvenile, had generated high e
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Keeneland opened its November sale with nearly $96 million USD in gross sales, featuring Quietside as the undisputed star of the session
The daughter of Malibu Moon, offered in foal to Nyquist, commanded a top bid of $5,200,000 USD during an explosive opening session that surged 31.88% compared to 2025. A total of 23 horses breached the million-dollar barrier, driven by relentless demand for elite broodmares and top-tier bloodstock By Diego H. Mitagstein (Special correspondent for Turf Diario in Lexington, Kentucky) LEXINGTON, Kentucky.— Buyers proved once again that they are willing to unleash extraordinary f
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Keeneland trades racing for the sales ring, featuring a catalog of over 3400 bloodstock offerings
Following an unforgettable Breeders' Cup, the traditional November Breeding Stock Sale kicks off this Tuesday at Keeneland, running through November 11 and offering premium broodmares, weanlings, and pedigrees fresh off major updates on the racetrack LEXINGTON, Kentucky.— A standout performance at the Breeders' Cup can be worth millions—not merely because of the purse money distributed on the racetrack, but owing to the immediate splash it creates on the market value of mothe
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Redentor Cat aims to rediscover his top form in the Especial Lordling
The son of Knockout stands out as one of the primary contenders in the feature race of a subpar card at La Plata, which comprises just 10 races. Opreso arrives from Palermo backed by high-level credentials and could prove to be a dangerous threat LA PLATA.— Offering just 10 races on the program and a generally modest overall level of quality, the local racetrack presents a Tuesday card whose primary attraction will be the Especial Lordling, contested over 1,100 meters and res
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Gran Premio Enrique Acebal: Look At To Me leads a high-caliber field of 14 fillies with grand aspirations
The Gran Premio Polla de Potrancas (G1) heroine stands out among the confirmed runners for Saturday’s top-flight feature at San Isidro. Deep Feeling, Siesta, Gunakali, and Risk Free add compelling claims to an intriguing 2,000-meter contest that will distribute $100 million ARS in total prize money With 14 3-year-old fillies confirmed, the Gran Premio Enrique Acebal (G1-2000m, turf), one of the marquee attractions on Saturday, November 7 at San Isidro, is locked and loaded. W
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Gran Premio Copa de Oro: 12 confirmed runners and a duel of champions on the road to the Pellegrini
Acento Final will seek to defend his title against rivals of immense quality, including Honest Boy, Neat Colt,Gordianus, and Out of the Blue. The marquee prep on Saturday at San Isidro will gather four Grade 1 winners and put a total purse of 70 million pesos on the line The countdown toward the Gran Premio Carlos Pellegrini (G1) will hit a fundamental landmark next Saturday at Hipódromo de San Isidro with the running of the Gran Premio Copa de Oro - Alfredo Lalor (G1-2400m,
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Mercato Sea capitalized on a fierce battle upfront to secure his strongest victory to date
The son of Il Mercato rallied from off the pace to edge Approval Cat by a neck in the Handicap Rubén Emilio Laitán.The scratch of El Mejor Recuerdo and the hot early pace set by the leaders proved decisive The Handicap Rubén Emilio Laitán, Monday's feature contest at Hipódromo Palermo, shifted dramatically before the start and concluded in a nail-biting finish. Mercato Sea rallied from off the pace, capitalized on an intense early tempo, and caught Approval Cat virtually on t
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Gran Premio Nacional: 15 entries, featuring the finest of the crop in pursuit of classic glory
Stay Tune, Cool Bro, Cahuel Win, and Hi Pocho lead a compelling list of entries for the Derby on November 14 at Palermo, which will offer a total purse of $319.5 million ARS, with $150 million ARS set aside for the winner A total of 15 3-year-olds have been entered for Saturday, November 14 to contest the Gran Premio Nacional (G1-2500m, dirt) at Hipódromo Palermo, and that figure represents the first piece of great news. The second is even better: a significant portion of the
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Ways and Means sold for $5,000,000 at Fasig-Tipton on another sensational night
The newly crowned Breeders’ Cup winner topped the sales ring at $5 million, while Cy Fair commanded $4.2 million and Kathynmarissa, bred by Don Alberto, reached $3.2 million LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— Barely 48 hours after the curtain came down on the 2026 Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland, the thoroughbred bloodstock market displayed its absolute strength once again. The traditional Fasig-Tipton November Sale, one of the most exclusive fixtures on the global ca
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Drive Joy stands out among a high-caliber field of 13 entries set for a feature mile at Palermo
The Firmamento champion leads the field for the Grade 1 on November 14, which also features the official Polla de Potrillos (G1) winner, Linguado, alongside standout names like Hop On, Grand Canyon, Speedmaster, and Storm Sound. It is a race that promises to deliver a grand finale to the Gran Premio Nacional (G1) festival Drive Joy (Fortify), currently one of the premier stars of Argentine racing, headlines a compelling field of 13 entries for the Gran Premio Palermo (G1-1600
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Maipú: 21 entries, the return of El Epecuén, and a courageous Lissette Island going for broke against the males
The defending champion headlines a highly compelling list of entries for the Gran Premio Maipú (G1) on November 14 at Palermo, where the standout sprinter will look to validate her extraordinary current form. Bailarín de Venecia, Claro Bombón, and Naranccello add further firepower to the lineup, while Le Cornette stands out as the major absentee due to a provisional suspension Sprint action also promises to deliver a first-class spectacle on Gran Premio Nacional (G1) day, sch
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Sovereignty bids farewell to the track as Bill Mott places him among his all-time greats
The Breeders' Cup Classic winner was shipped to Darley alongside Knightsbridge to launch his stallion career. His trainer underscored the significance of the victory, reflected on the obstacles overcome to reach Keeneland, and insisted there is no other logical candidate for Horse of the Year honors LEXINGTON, Kentucky (From a special correspondent).— Barely hours after delivering one of the most imposing performances of the racing calendar, Sovereignty officially closed the
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Danon Decile shone once again with a formidable late charge in the Tenno Sho Autumn
The son of Epiphaneia broke from post position 17, raced near the rear of the field in second-to-last position, and swept past his rivals to score a commanding 2 1/2-length victory in Tokyo. In doing so, he snapped a streak of four consecutive third-place finishes in Grade 1 company and defeated elite performers such as Regaleira, Croix du Nord, and Masquerade Ball TOKYO, Japan (Special for Turf Diario).— Danon Decile (Epiphaneia) was in search of a much-needed return to the
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