With Ryan Moore aboard, the Coolmore colt answered in the best possible fashion at The Curragh, drawing off to score by three lengths After coming up just short at Newmarket, Gstaad found redemption in the best possible way this Saturday in the Tattersalls Irish 2000 Guineas (G1-1600m, turf), where he unleashed all of his quality to hand trainer Aidan O’Brien yet another Classic victory at The Curragh. The son of Starspangledbanner, who at two had already captured prestigious

The Kentucky Derby hero turned in another notably sharp move and Cherie DeVaux believes he still has room to keep improving as he advances toward the third jewel of the Triple Crown LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special to Turf Diario).- Kentucky Derby (G1) champion Golden Tempo continued preparations Saturday toward the upcoming Belmont Stakes (G1), leaving excellent impressions during a workout at the Keeneland Training Center, where he once again displayed the tremendous form he is

Todd Pletcher is considering adding the promising son of Constitution to the final leg of the Triple Crown, where Arkansas Derby hero Renegade will seek revenge following his tremendous effort in the Kentucky Derby SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York (Special to Turf Diario).- The road toward the Belmont Stakes (G1) is beginning to heat up, and the powerful barn of Todd Pletcher could launch a highly intriguing two-pronged attack at Saratoga. While it had already been confirmed that R

Ryan Moore chose the daughter of No Nay Never to spearhead Aidan O’Brien’s assault on the Irish 1000 Guineas at The Curragh, where Abashiri, Sukanya, and several other highly regarded fillies will also line up COUNTY KILDARE, Ireland (Special to Turf Diario).- With final declarations confirmed for Sunday at The Curragh, the Tattersalls Irish 1000 Guineas (G1) promises to deliver another top-class clash among Europe’s best 3-year-old fillies, with Aidan O’Brien once again domi

The Danny Shum-trained superstar will attempt to become only the third horse ever to complete the feat, following in the footsteps of River Verdon and Voyage Bubble SHA TIN, Hong Kong (Special to Turf Diario).- The extraordinary Romantic Warrior will face yet another defining test this Sunday at Sha Tin, when he attempts to secure a permanent place among the immortals of Asian racing in the Standard Chartered Champions & Chater Cup (G1) over 2400 meters and worth HK$13 millio

The Aidan O’Brien trainee, runner-up to Bow Echo at Newmarket, looms as the clear favorite to capture the first major Irish mile Classic of the season COUNTY KILDARE, Ireland (Special to Turf Diario).- Crack miler Gstaad will have an ideal opportunity this Saturday to avenge what happened in the 2000 Guineas Stakes (G1) at Newmarket when he headlines the field of 10 confirmed runners for the Irish 2000 Guineas (G1) at The Curragh. The representative of Aidan O’Brien was the o

In a tremendous finish after 3100 demanding meters, he defeated Santorini Star by half a neck, with Al Riffa and Asmarani right there as well PARIS, France (Special to Turf Diario).- On an emotional afternoon at ParisLongchamp, highlighted by tributes to the unforgettable Aga Khan IV, another name ultimately stole a large share of the spotlight: Caballo De Mar, who returned to the scene of his first major international breakthrough in the Prix du Cadran (G1) and this time rea

The Arc hero demolished his rivals at Longchamp, delivering an extraordinary display of speed and now heading directly toward the Prince of Wales’s Stakes (G1) at Royal Ascot PARIS, France (Special to Turf Diario).- If there had been even the slightest concern within the camp of Daryz before Thursday’s appearance at ParisLongchamp, it vanished within seconds. The sensational winner of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1) delivered yet another monumental performance in capturing

The American auction house added two figures of enormous regional influence in order to further strengthen its international recruitment strategy and deepen relationships with South American breeders and buyers In a move that further confirms South America’s growing importance within the global Thoroughbred marketplace, Keeneland announced the addition of Ignacio Correas IV and Ezequiel Valle as new sales representatives for the region. The news represents a major strategic s

Driven by Ramón Domínguez (photo), Glen Hill Farm, and the Jockeys’ Guild, the initiative will seek to provide education, scholarships, and career-development tools for active, retired, and disabled riders By Diego H. Mitagstein For decades, jockeys have been admired for their courage, discipline, and athletic ability. But behind every victory and every winner’s circle photograph lies a far more complex reality: extraordinarily demanding careers, limited educational opportuni

The Brazilian jockey will face another major challenge in the Land of the Rising Sun, taking part in one of the most important races on the Japanese racing calendar Francisco Leandro has plenty of reasons to be smiling these days / GENTILEZA NETKEIBA TOKYO, Japan (Special to Turf Diario).- The Japanese adventure of Francisco Leandro continues gaining momentum and has just added another chapter of enormous significance. The Brazilian jockey has been confirmed to ride M’s Begin

After three stakes placings, the Argentine mare will seek her first major victory in the United States; with José Ortizaboard, she has been installed as the morning-line favorite LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (Special to Turf Diario).- The campaign of Argentine mare Ayra Stark in the United States appears poised for its defining breakthrough. After three outstanding runner-up finishes, the chestnut will seek her first major American victory this Saturday in the Keertana Stakes (L-2400

With Sovereignty, White Abarrio, and Magnitude among the possible starters, the race will now offer a purse of US$2 million White Abarrio gears up for another top-level showdown / ADAM COGLIANESE LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (Special to Turf Diario).- The Stephen Foster Stakes (G1) already promised to be one of the most impactful races of the season in the United States, but now it will also carry a financial reward worthy of such expectations. Churchill Downs announced Tuesday that

Coolmore will launch a powerful assault on the Classics scheduled for next weekend at The Curragh, with Gstaad and True Love leading the operation for trainer Aidan O’Brien in the Irish Guineas True Love exits a victory in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket / NEWMARKET COUNTY KILDARE, Ireland (Special to Turf Diario).- As happens almost every European spring, much of the attention once again turns toward Aidan O’Brien and the power of Ballydoyle. And this weekend, at the Tattersal

The remarkable sister to Blue Prize left an unforgettable mark between Argentina and the United States, where she came within a nose of capturing the Breeders’ Cup Distaff (G1) before her passing in Japan at the age of 9 HOKKAIDO, Japan (Special to Turf Diario).- The news struck hard across both Argentine and international racing. Extraordinary mare Blue Stripe, one of the finest South American runners of recent years and also a major performer in the United States, died last

The Arc hero looms as an overwhelming favorite in the Prix d’Ispahan, now renamed the Prix Aga Khan IV, on a race day filled with symbolism for one of the most influential dynasties in the history of European racing PARIS, France (Special to Turf Diario).- Everything appears perfectly aligned for Daryz to shine once again this week at ParisLongchamp. And it is not only about current form, ratings, or past achievements: there is also a powerful emotional layer surrounding his

The Argentine-bred runner will face just four rivals next Monday at Santa Anita Park, including British Isles ARCADIA, California (Special to Turf Diario).- After a comeback filled with expectations and still far from the devastating level that once carried him to the elite, Subsanador will face another major test next Monday at Santa Anita Park, when he lines up in the traditional Hollywood Gold Cup (G2-2000m, dirt, US$200,000 purse), one of the highlights of the special Mem

The world’s top-rated horse of 2025 is expected to return to the Coronation Cup (G1) at Epsom, seeking revenge after the defeat he suffered there a year ago, in a clash that promises to bring together several of Europe’s leading middle-distance stars PARIS, France (Special to Turf Diario).- After an extraordinary campaign that officially crowned him the world’s top-rated horse, and following a magnificent seasonal return in the Dubai Sheema Classic (G1) at Meydan, Calandaganh

Bred by Haras Paso Nevado, he unleashed a powerful late rally to continue enjoying the best form of his career in the United States HALLANDALE BEACH, Florida (Special to Turf Diario).- The outstanding run of form enjoyed by Chilean-bred Gran Oriente added another brilliant chapter Saturday in the United States when he unleashed a powerful late rally to capture the Mr. Steele Stakes (L) contested over 1700 meters on the turf course at Gulfstream Park. Bred by Haras Paso Nevado

The Haras La Leyenda-bred filly captured the Clásico Libertador José de San Martín over 1400 meters on the turf, giving Sovereign his first stakes winner at Monterrico as a sire LIMA, Peru (Special to Turf Diario).- The arrival of young stallions is always accompanied by hope, expectation, and patience. Every freshman sire represents a new story, and when the first stakes victory arrives, the feeling is multiplied. That was precisely the case last Saturday at Hipódromo de Mon

Juddmonte’s outstanding mare once again defeated the males in the Aston Park Stakes (G3), confirming that at five years old she still retains all of her class and elite-level ambition NEWBURY, England (Special to Turf Diario).- The great Kalpana is back. And she returned exactly the way Europe remembers her: winning, fighting, and proving that she still belongs among the elite. The dual heroine of the British Champions Fillies & Mares Stakes (G1) launched her 2026 campaign wi

In the Grade 1, the Brazilian jockey finished ninth aboard Ma Puce behind Embroidery, but still enjoyed a highly successful afternoon that also included one runner-up finish and two additional thirds Francisco Leandro winning with El Mago at Tokyo TOKYO, Japan (Special to Turf Diario).- Francisco Leandro’s Japanese adventure continues to add important chapters, and Sunday brought one of the most special moments since his arrival in the country. At Tokyo Racecourse, the main s

The son of Liam’s Map once again showcased all his talent, overcame a frustrating start to the season, and delivered Chad Summers, Paco López, and Al Gold the biggest victory of their respective careers It was not just another Preakness Stakes (G1-1900m, dirt). And it never could have been. Because the 151st running of the second jewel of the American Triple Crown will forever be remembered as the first contested away from Pimlico Race Course, temporarily relocated to Laurel

Godolphin’s champion once again displayed his dazzling acceleration at Newbury, erased the disappointment of Keeneland, and confirmed himself as one of the leading contenders for the Queen Anne Stakes (G1) at Royal Ascot NEWBURY, England (Special to Turf Diario).- There had been a lingering sense of unfinished business following that frustrating effort in the Maker’s Mark Mile (G1) at Keeneland, where he never found clear running when seemingly poised to win. But this Saturda

Once a claiming horse, he has flourished in route races and added at Laurel Park his eighth victory from his last 10 starts LAUREL PARK, Maryland (Special to Turf Diario).- The influence of Candy Ride continues spreading across the racing world as an unmistakable stamp of quality, and Friday at Laurel Park offered yet another reminder as Navajo Warrior confirmed his meteoric rise by capturing the Pimlico Special Stakes (G3) and opening the door to even more ambitious dreams.

After missing the Kentucky Oaks (G1), the daughter of Uncle Mo responded with determination at Laurel Park, giving Saffie Joseph Jr. a major victory while the trainer also sharply criticized the veterinary protocols that led to her scratch at Churchill Downs LAUREL, Maryland (Special to Turf Diario).- It was not the Kentucky Oaks (G1), of course. But for Saffie Joseph Jr., My Miss Mo’s victory in the George E. Mitchell Black-Eyed Susan Stakes (G2) carried almost the exact sam

Por primera vez desde 1908 la segunda gema de la Triple Corona en los Estados Unidos no se correrá en Pimlico sino en Laurel Park, escenario donde el invicto buscará hacer valer una ventaja inédita frente a un lote cargado de velocidad y cerradores peligrosos The 2026 Preakness Stakes (G1-1900m, dirt) is already historic before the gates even open. For the first time since 1908, the second jewel of the American Triple Crown will not be contested at Pimlico Race Course, but in

The Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1) champion tops a high-class renewal that also features Damysus, Zeus Olympios, and The Lion In Winter among his rivals NEWBURY, England (Special to Turf Diario).- The powerful Godolphin operation will once again take a major swing at the Lockinge Stakes (G1-1600m, turf), this time with one of its premier international stars: Notable Speech. The 2025 Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1) champion was confirmed for Saturday’s feature at Newbury, where trainer Charl

This Saturday in the Preakness Stakes (G1) at Laurel Park, he will attempt to give the Argentine superstar his first victory in a Triple Crown race LAUREL, Maryland (Special to Turf Diario).- It sounds strange, but it remains reality nonetheless. Candy Rideconquered virtually everything as a stallion, yet one major item still remains unchecked on his extraordinary résumé: producing a winner of an American Triple Crown race. He has already achieved it through his grandsons, bu

After consulting with his father, the trainer decided to bring back the colt who finished sixth in the Kentucky Derby (G1), and even his rivals are already pointing to him as the horse to beat at Pimlico LAUREL, Maryland (Special to Turf Diario).- While much of the American racing world continues debating the absence of Sovereignty (Into Mischief) from the 2025 Preakness Stakes (G1), another member of the powerful Mott family has chosen to take precisely the opposite route. B

The gray colt from Three Chimneys Farm, trained by Gonçalo Torrealba, will attempt to become the eighth gelding to capture the second jewel of the American Triple Crown LAUREL, Maryland (Special to Turf Diario).- Great White, racing for the colors of Three Chimneys Farm and trained by John Ennis, will attempt this Saturday to become only the eighth gelding ever to capture the Preakness Stakes (G1), the second jewel of the Triple Crown, which this year carries a purse of US$2

The Juddmonte Farm colt scored a decisive victory in the York prep and now emerges as one of the leading contenders for the Epsom Derby (G1) YORKSHIRE, England (Special to Turf Diario).- Item, one of the least experienced runners in Thursday’s Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes (G2) at York and a representative of Juddmonte Farm, firmly stamped his credentials for Epsom with an authoritative victory in the traditional Derby trial. Carefully restrained early by Colin Keane,

The Brazilian jockey reflected on his current experience in the Land of the Rising Sun as he prepares to ride Ma Puce in Sunday’s Victoria Mile (G1) at Tokyo Racecourse; he also hopes to apply for a new riding license for 2027 By Diego H. Mitagstein It is already nighttime in Japan, where the clock runs 12 hours ahead of Argentina. Still, kind and always approachable, Francisco Leandro answers with his trademark warmth the request from Global Media Turf for a fascinating inte

The Chilean runner received a rating of 120 in the LONGINES World’s Best Racehorse Rankings following his victory in the Gran Premio Latinoamericano (G1) at Monterrico, becoming the first horse from the region in a long time to break into the international elite Amid international giants such as Ka Ying Rising (Shamexpress), Romantic Warrior (Acclamation), Daryz (Sea the Stars), and White Abarrio (Race Day), one South American name managed to carve out a place in the new LONG

Undefeated on the track and winner of the Federico Tesio Stakes, he heads into Saturday’s race dreaming of pulling off the upset LAUREL, Maryland (Special to Turf Diario).- The Preakness Stakes (G1) scene has a new local protagonist arriving with momentum firmly on his side. Undefeated Taj Mahal, one of Maryland’s major hopes, passed his final serious test ahead of the May 16 classic with a five-furlong workout Saturday over the Laurel Park surface. Under the watchful eye of

The son of Maxfield, who had run a creditable fifth at Churchill Downs, is expected to miss the remainder of the season after the setback TOKYO, Japan (Special to Turf Diario).- Danon Bourbon’s American adventure came to the worst possible ending. The Japanese colt was diagnosed with a fractured knee following his highly creditable performance in the Kentucky Derby (G1), and all signs point toward a lengthy spell on the sidelines. The son of Maxfield had delivered a more than

The hero of the Dubai World Cup (G1) is shaping up to face Sovereignty and White Abarrio at Churchill Downs, in a clash that could bring together three of the best horses in the world Magnitude is already back in training ahead of his return to action / ADAM COGLIANESE / NYRA LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (Special to Turf Diario).- As if the highly anticipated rematch between Sovereignty (Into Mischief) and White Abarrio (Race Day) were not enough on its own to turn the Stephen Foster

Without the Derby winner, with a maiden as a key figure, several last-minute changes, and being held at Laurel Park, the second leg of the Triple Crown will feature an atypical stage Iron Honor installed as morning-line favorite for the Preakness / NYRA LAUREL, Maryland (Special to Turf Diario).- The 2026 edition of the Preakness Stakes (G1) will be anything but conventional. The second jewel of the Triple Crown arrives surrounded by unusual circumstances, odd twists, and une

Ignored by the best colts of the generation, the second leg of the Triple Crown in the United States is becoming devoid of star power LAUREL, Maryland (Special for Turf Diario).— The Preakness Stakes (G1) added another significant withdrawal this Monday morning, confirming the trend of a field arriving decimated for the second gem of the Triple Crown. Silent Tactic, the consistent son of Tacitus defending the silks of John Oxley, will not be part of the lineup at Laurel Parka

The son of Saturnalia shone on the turf at Tokyo, Japan, securing his first G1 victory by just a nose over Ask Ikigomi Rodeo Drive strikes wide to snatch victory in the final breath / JRA TOKYO, Japan (Special for Turf Diario).— Japanese racing witnessed an electrifying finish this Sunday at Tokyo Racecourse, where the rising Rodeo Drive gave trainer Tetsuhide Tsuji the first G1 victory of his career by claiming the NHK Mile Cup. In a finish of pure courage, the son of Saturn

It was reported by Bob Baffert, regarding the brilliant winner of the Pat Day Mile Stakes (G2) at Churchill Downs LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— The Preakness Stakes (G1) on May 16 continues to lose heavyweight figures. Following the confirmed withdrawal of Kentucky Derby (G1) winner Golden Tempo (Curlin), Bob Baffert's team has now decided to step aside. The talented and undefeated Crude Velocity, who emerged as the big favorite in the leader's absence, wil

The son of Bradock clocked 57s40/100 for the kilometer, running alone following the withdrawals of Super Omarcitoand Super Rafito; facing a single rival, Manyuz won the Clásico La Copa (G2) by 15 lengths LIMA, Peru (Special for Turf Diario).— The unusual weekend at Monterrico left rare images for Peruvian and world racing, with 2 stakes races that ended up becoming solitary exhibitions by established stars. Balvin and Manyuz were the protagonists of a Saturday and Sunday mark

The daughter of the star St Mark's Basilica won by a comfortable 3 lengths over The Last Dance in the ParisLongchamp Classic PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— Class knows no borders, and this Sunday at ParisLongchamp, Diamond Necklace gave a masterclass in superiority to crown herself in the Emirates Poule d’Essai des Pouliches (G1). The trainee of the master Aidan O'Brien completed a double reserved only for the elite: after reigning at 2 years old in the Qatar Prix

The son of Sea the Moon defeated Komorebi by 1 length and gave Francis Henri-Graffard his first victory in the race; the favorite Puerto Rico finished in fourth place, 1 1/2 lengths behind the winner PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— France defended its borders with authority, and the colors of the Aga Khanreturned to the top of the podium on a historic afternoon at ParisLongchamp. The talented Rayif not only granted trainer Francis Henri-Graffard his first victory in

The son of Nyquist won with authority at Aqueduct, but Chad Brown, his trainer, left it in doubt whether or not he will run at Saratoga SOUTH OZONE PARK, United States (Special for Turf Diario).— The road to the Belmont Stakes (G1) found a new name this Saturday at Aqueduct. In a demonstration of superiority and tactical maturity, Growth Equity secured the Peter Pan Stakes (G3), ratifying Chad Brown's dominance in this competition and emerging as a major contender for the con

The colt and the filly, both representing Coolmore and under the care of Aidan O'Brien, appear as the top candidates for the major challenges next Sunday at ParisLongchamp Puerto Rico is undefeated and now aims for the French Guineas / COOLMORE The European classic season is preparing to experience one of its most traditional events this Sunday on the green carpet of ParisLongchamp. With the ratification of the starters for the Poule d'Essai des Poulains (G1) and the Poule d'

The Brazilian jockey is earning his place and already has 4 victories in that country, where he holds a temporary license for 3 months NIIGATA, Japan (Special to Turf Diario).— When there is talent, the racecourse, the track, or whether or not one speaks Japanese does not matter. For Francisco Leandro, his moment is magical here, the country where he landed a few weeks ago to continue his international campaign after obtaining a provisional 3-month license, an achievement ver

The son of Modernist is a candidate for the traditional preparatory race for the Belmont Stakes, the closing leg of the Triple Crown SOUTH OZONE PARK, New York (Special to Turf Diario).— The road to the Belmont Stakes (G1) at Saratoga begins to take shape this Saturday at the Aqueduct track with the running of the Peter Pan Stakes (G3). With a purse of $200,000 and a distance of 1,800 meters, the competition offers not only prestige but also a golden incentive: NYRA will waiv

With his victory in the Huxley Stakes (G2) this Friday, the duo and Coolmore swept the stakes races of the Chester CHICHESTER, England (Special to Turf Diario).— World turf history added a golden chapter this Friday at the Chester course, where the double Derby winner, Lambourn, claimed the Huxley Stakes (G2) to seal an unprecedented feat: a total sweep of the May meeting's stakes races by the invincible partnership of Aidan O'Brien and Ryan Moore. The son of Australia, who a

The Puerto Rican rider will be in the irons of the son of Connect, whom he already knows well and who finished second to the Derby winner in the Risen Star Stakes (G2) at Fair Grounds LAUREL, Maryland (Special to Turf Diario).— Without the Kentucky Derby (G1) winner on the immediate horizon, the Preakness Stakes (G1) has become a chessboard where pieces move with strategic precision. Following the decision by the connections of Golden Tempo (Curlin) to wait for the Belmont St