The son of Justify arrives boasting back-to-back victories over 2400 meters and will hunt his first G2 success this Friday at Keeneland. Desvio will attempt a repeat of his 2025 triumph, while Navy Seal, Limited Liability, and Goldeneyebring proven stamina and long-distance experience to the fold LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— Stamina will take center stage this Friday at Keeneland, where the Sycamore Stakes (G2-2400 m, turf, $400,000) will gather a group of

The Simon and Ed Crisford-trained filly, acquired for €1,100,000 at Arqana, will leap directly from conditions company to top-flight level this Friday at Newmarket. Musical Times (Foto), the May Hill Stakes (G2) winner, looms as the chief candidate over a mile in a contest that could begin to shape the 2027 classic picture NEWMARKET, England (Special for Turf Diario).— The price paid for a filly can generate huge expectations, but eventually that outlay must be backed up on t

The back-to-back Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe champion moved up from 126 to 128 points to rank third in the latest IFHA ratings, trailing the Hong Kong sprinter who leads with 135, and Ombudsman, second with 131; Bay City Rolleralso made progress, reaching 125 PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— Winning two consecutive renewals of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1) is no everyday feat, and the latest update of the Longines World's Best Racehorse Rankings fully recognized t

The Brazilian jockey returned to the United Arab Emirates following a successful stint in Malaysia, where he won 38 races in roughly four months while boasting a 20.4 percent strike rate. Finishing third in the local jockeys' standings last season, he will once again serve as one of the main riders for trainer Salem bin Ghadayer DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (Special for Turf Diario).— Bernardo Pinheiro was the first of Dubai's regular jockeys to return. That was no coincidence

IRPAC approved in Paris the modifications proposed by OSAF for the South American black-type calendar, and the traditional race at El Bosque will drop to G2 status as of January 1. On the flip side, Argentina's Carreras de las Estrellas Dirt will gain Listed status. Brazil accounts for the majority of the remaining changes The Gran Premio Selección de Potrancas at La Plata will lose its G1 status starting January 1, 2027, dropping to G2level—a decision of significant impact f

The unbeaten Bob Baffert trainee received a 100 Beyer speed figure for his victory in the American Pharoah Stakes (G1) and will travel to Keeneland as the likely favorite; U.S.S. Valor will not contest the race ARCADIA, California (Special for Turf Diario).— Hughes handled his first experience around two turns with such authority that the question is no longer about his distance aptitude, but rather who will be able to stop him in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1). One day afte

The Whitney Stakes winner maintained his lead in the NTRA Horse of the Year poll, while the Japanese contender topped the final rankings for the Breeders' Cup Classic ahead of him. Fully Subscribed climbed to 11th position following a convincing victory in the Spinster Stakes LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— With only a few weeks remaining before the Breeders’ Cupdelivers definitive answers, the two premier contenders for the Classic continue to share top billi

The Delaware stewards suspended the Peruvian jockey and also imposed a $1,000 fine for his ride aboard Pipers Song, who finished last, beaten by more than 31 lengths. The complaint was lodged by the filly’s trainer, and an attempted appeal was rendered invalid due to an administrative issue WILMINGTON, Delaware (Special for Turf Diario).— A ride aboard a debuting filly has left Peruvian jockey Martin Chuan sidelined for 15 days alongside a $1,000 fine. Stewards from the Delaw

Aga Khan Studs will decide in the coming days whether the back-to-back Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1) champion continues in training to attempt something in 2027 that no horse has ever achieved, or if he begins his career at stud. “I believe he is completely capable of winning a third Arc,” stated Nemone Routh PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— The possibility is irresistible: return to ParisLongchamp in a year’s time and chase what no horse has ever accomplished in hi

The extraordinary jockey and the unforgettable 1981 Derby winner will be inducted into the British Racing Hall of Fame during Champions Day on October 17 at Ascot. Moore boasts more than 3,400 victories, while Shergar still holds the record for the largest winning margin at Epsom LONDON, England (Special for Turf Diario).- Two completely different eras, two extraordinary names, and the same place reserved among the immortals. Ryan Moore and Shergar will be the new inductees i

The 3-year-old filly spearheaded a Group 1 double for The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation alongside Green Empress; Amusingly, Miss Yechance, and True Love rounded out the Group 1 events supporting the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Fillies and mares made Sunday at ParisLongchamp entirely their own. Beyond sweeping the events reserved exclusively for their sex, they also captured the other three Group 1 contests supporting the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe(G1), setting up a blockbuster

The son of Texas Fever returned a lucrative $44.70 payout after leading from gate to wire in the second leg of the series; he bested International Star by 2 1/4 lengths, while race favorite Es Patriarca could only manage fourth MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (Special for Turf Diario).— They were left watching Abrileño Fever from behind through all 2,000 meters of the Gran Premio Jockey Club (G3). The colt who had finished sixth in the Gran Premio Polla de Potrillos (G3) turned into the

After sweeping the Gran Premio Criterium Potrancas and the Gran Premio Polla de Potrancas, the daughter of Lucullan captured the Gran Premio Selección (Oaks) to cement her crown as the undisputed champion 3-year-old filly in Uruguay MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay.— Sweet Feel earns her victories through hard work. She requires riding, encouragement, and time to fully exert the power that emerges when she needs it most. Narrow margins are simply part of her winning style, and this Sunday

The daughter of Treasure Beach trained by Horacio de Paz took Sunday's ninth race at Belmont Park, an allowance test over 1,800 meters on the turf ELMONT, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— The change of scenery from Saratoga to Belmont Park brought the best possible news for Carmensita. After three starts at the Spa, the Argentine-bred filly notched her first victory in the United States on Sunday, dominating the ninth race with authority and opening up an intriguing outlo

The Uruguayan Derby will maintain its distance in 2027, following in the footsteps of Palermo; the other planned modifications will move forward, while discussions could reopen next year MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay.— The 2,500 meters will remain the true test of endurance. Hipódromo Nacional de Maroñas has decided against submitting its application to shorten the distance of next season’s Gran Premio Nacionalto 2,200 meters, backing away from the most resonant modification in its ann

The son of Dubawi made his North American debut in style, galloping to an emphatic 3 3/4-length victory in the Canadian International Stakes (G1), handing Godolphin a record fifth triumph in Woodbine's iconic showcase. Tawny Port was forced to settle for second once again TORONTO, Canada (Special for Turf Diario).— The trip from Europe ultimately confirmed that Arabian Crown was ready to make the definitive leap he still lacked. In his North American debut, the Godolphin runn

The Stud Jet Set colt dead-heated with Manganzon for first place in the Clásico Flor de Loto, while Belmont Collection stood out as the star of the weekend LIMA, Peru (Special for Turf Diario).— The Argentine-bred Super Omarcito continues to find ways to keep himself at the center of the action at Monterrico. At age 7, the son of Super Saver delivered another top-tier performance and captured a new stakes victory—this time shared—after dead-heating with Manganzón (Eye On Jaco

The daughter of Tiz the Law dominated the Juddmonte Spinster Stakes (G1) with complete authority, leaving Counting Stars and Immersive in her wake, while adding fuel to her claim for the champion older female title. Agatecaptured the Castle & Key Bourbon Stakes (G2) and Adonius sprung a surprise in the Indian Summer Stakes (G3), rounding out three new qualifiers for the Breeders’ Cup LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— Fully Subscribed arrived at Keeneland with tw

The Aga Khan Studs champion became the first male since Alleged in 1977 and 1978 capable of capturing back-to-back editions of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1). Under Mickael Barzalona, he defeated Bay City Roller once again, while Diamond Necklace finished third PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— Europe had to wait nearly half a century to witness a male successfully defend his crown in the continent's most prestigious race once again. Daryz brought that long wait t

The son of Not This Time successfully defended his title in the Turf Mile Stakes (G1), the Todd Pletcher-trained colt preserved his unbeaten record in the Claiborne Breeders’ Futurity (G1), and Classic Q prevailed by a nose in the First Lady Stakes (G1) American History handed Todd Pletcher his fourth victory in the Claiborne Breeders’ Futurity / KEENELAND LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— For Rhetorical, controlling his speed was all it took; American History n

The Team Valor International colt shone brightly in the Champagne Stakes (G1), while the undefeated filly pulled off a shocker in the Frizette Stakes (G1); both earned their maiden Group 1 victories at Belmont at the Big A, though their connections have yet to finalize their travel plans to Keeneland ELMONT, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— Between the confirmation of an enormous talent and the emergence of a filly capable of changing the trajectory of a small stable, Bel

The Bob Baffert-trained colt effortlessly handled his two-turn debut, powering away to a 6-length victory in the American Pharoah Stakes (G1) at Santa Anita Park to keep his flawless four-for-four record intact; meanwhile, Domain Expansion pulled off the huge shocker of the afternoon, storming home by 7 lengths in the Oak Leaf Stakes (G2) ARCADIA, California (Special for Turf Diario).— Every new challenge seems to provide Hughes with an opportunity to display a different virt

Winner of both the Acorn Stakes (G1) and the Coaching Club American Oaks (G1), the Mark Casse-trained 3-year-old filly steps up to face older rivals for the first time this Sunday at Keeneland. She will go toe-to-toe against Fully Subscribed, coming off a dominant victory in the Personal Ensign Stakes (G1), while Immersive returns to a track where she has already tasted success at the highest level LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— Counting Stars spent much of t

Juddmonte's fantastic filly preserved her unblemished 2026 record with her sixth consecutive victory and her fourth straight Group 1 triumph, defeating Evolutionist by 2 3/4 lengths. Trainer Andrew Balding surged to the top of the trainers' standings and now travels to Paris seeking a big double with Kalpana in the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe The memory of that defeat twelve months ago has been permanently buried. Blue Bolt returned to the Sun Chariot Stakes (G1) a completely t

The Simon and Ed Crisford trainee went from last to first to capture the Prix de Royallieu by a neck, ridden with supreme confidence by Mickael Barzalona. Favorite Sunly finished second, while Amelia Earhart completed the frame PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— Fairy Glen has her days numbered as a racehorse, but before heading off to the broodmare barn, she ensured her name would forever be accompanied by a victory at the highest level. Delivering a formidable late r

Defeated Scandinavia by a mere neck after battling all the way down the home stretch, surviving an objection lodged by Ryan Moore. The George Scott trainee became the first horse since Westerner in 2004 to capture back-to-back editions of the iconic Group 1 feature at ParisLongchamp PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— Caballo de Mar had already demonstrated twelve months ago that the marathon distances of ParisLongchamp were tailor-made for him. This time he faced a vas

Undefeated in three starts and a brilliant winner of the Del Mar Futurity (G1), Bob Baffert’s colt will test the 1,700-meter distance for the first time this Saturday at Santa Anita Park. The trainer will send out four of the six entrants. Among the fillies, Holmby will headline the Oak Leaf Stakes (G2), which also serves as a Breeders’ Cup qualifier ARCADIA, California (Special for Turf Diario).- So far, Hughes has passed every test with total authority; this Saturday, he wi

She scored by 10 lengths in her lone career appearance, and trainer Chad Brown did not hesitate to point her straight to Saturday's Group 1 feature at Belmont at the Big A. The undefeated Velora and Rum Twist loom as the primary rivals in the time-honored mile for 2-year-old fillies Ten lengths and barely 1,200 meters were enough for Libby Lloyd to earn an immediate shot at the top level. The Bret Jones homebred filly will jump this Saturday straight from her crushing debut a

The Maker’s Mark Mile Stakes (G1) winner will be one of the star attractions on a card featuring five stakes races and $3,750,000 in purse money. The Coolmore Turf Mile Stakes (G1), the First Lady Stakes (G1), and the Claiborne Breeders’ Futurity (G1) will be joined by the Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes (G2) and the Woodford Stakes(G2) The opening day at Keeneland delivered big emotions, and Saturday promises to raise the stakes even higher. The 25th anniversary celebrat

he daughter of Nyquist handed the favorite her first career defeat in the Darley Alcibiades Stakes (G1), setting the fastest time for 1,700 meters on the dirt at Keeneland since Silverbulletday in 1998. On the same card, Nakatomi earned a back-to-back victory in the Stoll Keenon Ogden Phoenix Stakes (G2) and Serenas Ghost pulled off an upset in the JPMorgan Chase Jessamine Stakes (G2), as all three features awarded "Win and You're In" berths for the upcoming Breeders’ Cup Emp

The son of War of Will enters off a 13 1/4-length runaway victory that earned him a 105 Beyer Speed Figure, the highest recorded by any 2-year-old this season. This Saturday, he will square off once again against Gaudreau at Belmont Park, with a guaranteed starting spot in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1) awaiting the winner ELMONT, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— U.S.S. Valor needed just two starts to transform a promising early impression into a performance capable of p

The Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe festival gets underway this Saturday, featuring high-caliber clashes in the Prix de Chaudenay, Prix Dollar, and Prix Daniel Wildenstein PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— Stayers will have plenty to say this Saturday at ParisLongchamp, where the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1) weekend kicks off. Before Sunday’s marquee event, the program will deliver an appealing card of its own, highlighted by the Prix du Cadran (G1) and the Prix de Royall

The daughter of Mask will race this afternoon at Belmont Park, under the guidance of Dylan Davis and the conditioning of Michael Maker; Alfredo Farioli chose to send her abroad to test her quality in the competitive Northern Hemisphere circuit ELMONT, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— Alfredo Farioli decided to take the leap. Convinced that he owns a top-tier mare, the man behind Haras La Valkiria shipped La Tasmania to the United States to give her the opportunity to prov

Undefeated in five starts during 2026 and winner of three consecutive G1 events, the Andrew Balding star will be a heavy favorite this Saturday in the Sun Chariot Stakes (G1) NEWMARKET, England (Special for Turf Diario).— Blue Bolt has constructed a flawless campaign throughout 2026, but this Saturday she will return to the site of one of the defeats she has yet to avenge. Juddmonte’s formidable filly will be the heavy favorite in the Sun Chariot Stakes (G1-1,600 m), though t

The jockey has already captured five G1 victories during the season and will hold two exceptional mounts between Saturday and Sunday: first, he will seek to preserve Blue Bolt’s undefeated 2026 record in the Sun Chariot Stakes (G1) at Newmarket, before traveling to Paris to guide Kalpana in the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1) NEWMARKET, England (Special for Turf Diario).— Five G1 victories might be enough to make any season unforgettable, but Colin Keane enters the first weeke

The daughter of American Pharoah and Chilean champion La Dalila, bred by Don Alberto Corporation, prevailed in the Flower Bowl Stakes (G2) to secure her third graded victory of the season. Chad Brown confirmed that, provided she comes out of the race well, she will target the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf (G1). Shelzawa completed a grand afternoon for the trainer ELMONT, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— Kathynmarissa found an extra gear just when it seemed Sunlit Upland

The Bill Mott trainee narrowly held off a flying late surge from Crazy Mason in the Vosburgh Stakes (G3) to secure his starting spot in the Breeders’ Cup Sprint (G1). Meanwhile, the South African-bred Egyptian Mau returned off a six-month layoff to defeat the males in the Belmont Turf Sprint Stakes (G3) ELMONT, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— A nose separated T Kraft from frustration, and this time, the photo finish went his way. After missing out by the narrowest of mar

Snapping a winless drought of more than 15 months, the son of Instilled Regard produced a powerful late rally to prevail by half a length over Far Bridge, with El Cordobes finishing third over the 2,400 meters at Belmont Park. There was a moment of suspense during a stewards' inquiry, but the result was ultimately upheld ELMONT, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— The wait had been far too long for a horse that almost always ran well. Minaret Station had been accumulating so

The Derby City Distaff (G1) winner dominated wire-to-wire, prevailing by 1 1/4 lengths over Senza Parole to put her flat effort in the Ballerina Handicap (G1) firmly behind her. Trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. confirmed that, provided all goes well, her next target will be the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint (G1) ELMONT, New York (Special for Turf Diario).— Any doubts left by R Disaster at Saratoga lasted for precisely one race. Back to her best form, the sprinter defended her cr

Meisho Tabaru, winner of the Takarazuka Kinen and to be ridden by Yutaka Take, and Admire Terra, with Cristian Demuro in the saddle, stood among the 16 horses confirmed for the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1) PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— Japan has spent over half a century chasing a victory that has turned into a true obsession, and this Sunday they will try once again with a dual assault. Meisho Tabaru (Gold Ship) and Admire Terra (Rey de Oro) were among the 16 c

The Resolute Racing colorbearer will seek a ticket to the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf at Santa Anita Park, with Gamely Stakes winner Thought Process standing as the main form reference ARCADIA, California (Special for Turf Diario).— A single victory separates Doña Clota from securing a spot in the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf (G1). The Chilean-bred mare will get a high-stakes opportunity this Saturday at Santa Anita Park, where she stands among 11 entrants in the Rodeo

TORONTO, Ontario (Special for Turf Diario).— Charlie Appleby will aim to extend Godolphin’s outstanding momentum at Woodbine with the son of Dubawi, coming off a victory in the Kilternan Stakes (G3). Purview and Ancient Egypt complete a formidable overseas contingent in the 2,400-meter Canadian G1 feature, where Tawny Portranks among the prime local defenders TORONTO, Ontario (Special for Turf Diario).— Woodbine became especially fertile ground for Charlie Applebythroughout S

LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— The brilliant winner of the Spinaway Stakes (G1) will tackle two turns and 1,700 meters for the first time when she clashes with promising Forever Carina in the Alcibiades Stakes (G1), the feature of an opening day that will also showcase the Phoenix Stakes (G2), featuring Hymn and Nakatomi, and the Jessamine Stakes (G2) Summer Starlet (City of Light) made everything look simple thus far, but Keeneland will present her with enti

The Godolphin homebred retains top spot in the NTRA poll, while the Japanese standout leads the Breeders’ Cup Classic rankings; both are separated by a mere eight points The duel between Sovereignty (Into Mischief) and Forever Young (Real Steel) is being contested off the track as well. With the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) as their ultimate target, the two standout performers top North America’s major racing polls, albeit in reverse order: the Godolphin homebred retains the le

PARIS, France (Special for Turf Diario).— The defending champion completed his final breeze ahead of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1) and will arrive at ParisLongchamp seeking to become the first male since Alleged to capture back-to-back editions. His trainer asserts that he is in even better form than a year ago and that good ground will only enhance his devastating turn of foot CHANTILLY, France (Special for Turf Diario).— Francis-Henri Graffard knows full well the weigh

The Puerto Rican star suffered seven minor fractures in his left foot and came close to undergoing surgery; he is booked for seven rides on Friday, a card that will also mark the return of Cristian Torres LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— For several weeks, Irad Ortiz Jr. lived with the possibility that his season had come to an end. The aftermath of the incident he suffered on August 8 at Saratoga, prior to a race, proved far more severe than initially disclose

Executive James Gagliano will retire as president and chief operating officer on January 1, 2027, concluding more than a decade at the helm of one of the most influential organizations in American thoroughbred racing. Charlotte Clement de Bona will assume the role of COO, while a search begins for a new CEO LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— One of the longest and most influential executive tenures in American thoroughbred racing is coming to an end. James L. Gag

Owned by film producer George Waud, the son of Sea The Stars went in just a few months from prospect to becoming one of the major contenders for Longchamp. Second in the Derby and winner of the Grand Prix de Paris (G1) and the Great Voltigeur Stakes (G2), he will look to capitalize on his powerful turn of foot NEWMARKET, England (Special for Turf Diario).- Maltese Cross's season had plenty of a movie script about it, and now it only lacks the most important scene. Owned by Ho

Japanese champion Forever Young closed as the 5-2 favorite in the second Future Wager pool for the US$ 7,000,000 Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1), following his triumphant return to action in the Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1). Sovereigntyclosed as the second choice, ahead of Knightsbridge, Golden Tempo, and Magnitude LEXINGTON, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— Forever Young needed just a single race to reclaim his position among the top stars in the United States, and the betting m

Both Brad Cox trainees captured the Lukas Classic Stakes (G2) and the Ack Ack Stakes (G3) at Churchill Downs, where jockey Tyler Gaffalione enjoyed a stellar showcase with six total wins on the program LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (Special for Turf Diario).— One decisive victory and another that required a photo finish ultimately left the same mark on Saturday's stakes events at Churchill Downs: that of Brad Cox and Tyler Gaffalione. Dragoon Guard dominated with authority in the Luka