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Brian Enrique, Diego Peña and the Gidu Hopefuls of Stud Gran Muñeca
Jockey Brian Enrique and trainer Diego Peña were more than pleased following the victory of Bolero Frank in the Clásico Propietarios at...


Juan Saldivia: “With Amor de Contramano, we have a colt we can dream with"
The trainer had been expecting a performance like the one the gray colt delivered in the Clásico Montevideo , and will now aim him...


G1 Gran Premio 25 de Mayo to Offer $35 Million to the Winner
With just a few days remaining until entries close, the Hipódromo de San Isidro has announced the prize money for the country's patriotic...


Juan C. Etchechoury Jr.: “I always knew Roshita was a filly to dream with”
The trainer added another G1 win to his remarkable career, this time with Rubio B.’s filly in the Jorge de Atucha Carly Etchechoury...


Círculo de Propietarios and General Las Heras Headline Upcoming Action
They will be the week's main features, scheduled for Friday the 9th at Palermo and Saturday the 10th at San Isidro, respectively Pecadora...


First group win for trainer Esteban Brown and jockey Juan C. Rivarola
With Elenika in the G3 Andrés S. Torres, both professionals enjoyed a major milestone in their respective careers Elenika gave her team a...


A Storied Surname, A Victory All His Own
With Need You Tonight, Roberto Andrés Pellegatta—son of the legendary "Profesor"—reached the summit after years of hard work, firmly...


Parallel Stakes Serve as Guiding Lights in Upcoming Weeks at Palermo and San Isidro
The Clásico Círculo de Propietarios de Caballerizas de SPC (G3) will take place at Palermo, while San Isidro will host the Clásico...


Martín Valle to Ride Don Feres in G1 Gran Premio 25 de Mayo
Will Replace Carlos Trujillo Aboard Peruvian Star for the upcoming G1 25 de Mayo, at Hipódromo de San Isidro Martín Valle Lands a Live...


Colifato Novo Set to Debut as Champion Against Earth God, Concord and Tooru
Can't-Miss Edition of G3 Clásico Southern Halo Draws 13 for Sunday Showdown Colifato Novo Returns to Scene of 2024 Dual G1 Triumphs /...


El Kodigo Sweeps Pellegrini Awards, Named Horse of the Year
The son of Equal Stripes also took home honors as Champion Older Horse and Champion Stayer, capping a dominant season. Labrado secured...


Earth God, Colifato Novo, Concord and More Shine in Southern Halo
Strong Cast of Entries Assembled for San Isidro's Upcoming Sunday Feature Colifato Novo recently returned from a layoff to finish second...


The 2025 renewal of the Gran Premio República Argentina is scheduled to go off at 6:25 p.m.
It will be run as the 13th race on a 19-race card that begins at 12:10 p.m. and is expected to conclude around 9:25 p.m. Everything is...


2024 Argentina' Horse of the Year Honors Up for Grabs Tonight at the Carlos Pellegrini Awards
El Kodigo, Intense for Me and Labrado to Battle for Top Honors; Awards Ceremony Set for 7 p.m. at San Isidro Racecourse El Kodigo Poised...


República Argentina Draws 14 Starters for an Emotion-Packed Thursday Card
Final Declarations and Post Position Draw Held Saturday for Upcoming Palermo Dirt Festival Unusual Saturday Declarations and Draw Set the...


Andrés Torres and the Propietarios continue the selective process at La Plata
The next two meetings, scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, and Thursday, May 8, are already being organized Calle de Tierra aims to return to...


La Plata Cancels Card Following Pair of Spills as Storm Clouds Gather Once Again
The truth is in the results, and just hours after major announcements from Lotería, La Plata once again faced an unsettling incident at...


Historic Shift: Buenos Aires Racing Cleared to Offer Online and International Wagering
The official launch of TeleTurf and the opening of commingling marked a milestone for an industry aiming to break free from stagnation...


República Argentina and Criadores Begin to Build Anticipation
A total of 16 horses have been entered for Palermo’s most prestigious race of the year, while 12 fillies and mares will line up in...


El Exito and Labrado, High-Class Defenders Set to Return May 1
They will look to repeat their victories from a year ago in the Gran Premio de las Américas – OSAF (G1) and the Gran Premio Ciudad de...


Light Entries for Montevideo and Jorge de Atucha
Just 7 colts and 5 fillies were entered for the two prestigious juvenile Group 1 events set for May 1 at Palermo, a surprisingly low...


Palermo Hands Joaquín Guida Six-Month Suspension Over Giant Malevo Case
The apprentice rider had initially been provisionally suspended after repeatedly striking the horse on the head, an action that drew...


A Week Full of Stakes Action Ahead at the Nation’s Top Tracks
San Isidro will play host to the G2 Paseana, G3 Porteño and Vale Dori Stakes, while Palermo features the G3 Asociación de Propietarios de...


The SRP: Much More Than Just a New Clock at Palermo
The racetrack has implemented a state-of-the-art satellite timing system that will not only deliver precise fractions, but also feature...


Paseana and Porteño Headline the Week at San Isidro on the Turf
At Palermo, meanwhile, the G3 Clásico Asociación de Propietarios de Caballos de Carrera will also be contested on the turf Obra...


El Kódigo, Labrado and Intense for Me Vie for Horse of the Year Honors
The Jockey Club Argentino has announced the finalists for the 2024 Carlos Pellegrini Awards, which will be presented Tuesday, April 29...


Gran Premio República Argentina Offers $60 Million to the Winner
Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo has announced the purse structure for its upcoming major card on May 1 El Kodigo capturing the 2024...


With five confirmed runners, Chevalier and Ramírez stand out as the top contenders at San Isidro
The juvenile selection process kicks off this Friday at San Isidro, hosted by the Jockey Club, while Palermo will feature the Estados...


Cuan Chef leads a select group of confirmed runners for the Gran Premio de Honor (G1)
The latest Gran Premio Nacional (G1) winner returns to Palermo’s dirt track to face Treasure Island, Crazy Talent, and Need You Tonight;...


La Plata: Another Day of Canceled Races as the Crisis Deepens
The administration and the Asociación Unificada de Jockeys y Cuidadores fail to reach an agreement, and La Plata'sracing scene continues...


The crisis at La Plata continues, as Saturday’s card has also been canceled
The shutdown at La Plata will extend beyond two weeks, with no resolution in sight as both sides remain far apart in their demands The...


La Plata: When Embarrassment Is the Hardest Thing to Shake Off
Thursday’s card was suspended after just one race, which featured only three runners, due to a “lack of Thoroughbreds…” LA PLATA,...


Vacación aims for another shining Saturday, a stable tradition…
Pablo Zavaleta spoke with Turf Diario and highlighted his farm’s commitment to striving for excellence Pablo Zavaleta (left), celebrating...


The Peruvian champion Don Feres is back in Argentina once again
With the Gran Premio 25 de Mayo (G1) in his sights, he has settled at Juan C. Bianchi's Stud in Campo 2 at San Isidro Don Feres in Campo...


Owners Association Resigns from Position on La Plata Racing Commission
The decision was made due to the "poor and misguided management of the racetrack under Mariano Cowen" Mariano Fragueiro, President of...


Dupuy 2025: 16 confirmed runners and Colifato Novo as the special guest at the event
The big day at La Punta is coming next Sunday, with the colt confirmed for the Clásico Estrellas Puntanas (1000 meters) Colifato Novo...


The Crespo and Islas Malvinas Stakes will be the most anticipated events at Palermo and San Isidro in the upcoming week
The preparatory race for Montevideo and Atucha will take place next Monday, while the sprinting event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 3...


Colts and fillies will take center stage next week at Palermo and San Isidro
With an eye on the Montevideo and Atucha, the Clásico Crespo will be held at Palermo, while the Islas Malvinas will feature a clash of...


Cuan Chef returns to Palermo’s dirt for the Gran Premio de Honor
The winner of 2024's Nacional (G1) could face Treasure Island, Crazy Talent, Need You Tonight, and Endor Rye, among others. A total of 16...


El Dupuy and the Possibility of Colifato Novo Joining the Celebration
A total of 20 horses have been entered for the big race on Sunday, March 30, at La Punta; the colt that captured hearts in 2024 is...


Training Resumes at La Plata, but No Races This Sunday
The Asociación de Vareadores has accepted the conditions set by the Administration, which are the same as those in place...


La Plata: The Conflict Persists, and There Were No Track This Friday
On Thursday, La Plata's turf community protests at Provincial Lottery office, but was not heard; owners concerned over inability to work...


The Clásico Expressive Halo has been confirmed, with 2 last-minute entries
Palermo has left the stayers race with 4 confirmed, and the Farnesio will also be run, with both races taking place on the turf Epityrum...


La Plata Faces Dispute Over Medical Care for Jockeys and Exercise Riders
Professionals and grooms have demanded private coverage in case of accidents and have declared an indefinite halt to activities; however,...


Expressive Halo and Farnesio are the only stakes races scheduled for next week
Both races will take place on the turf at Palermo, with the first one having only 2 entries and being reopened until today Amiguita Gina...


Francisco Leandro will not race at La Plata until jockeys are provided with proper coverage
The Brazilian, leader of the standings, made his decision after the troubles his colleague Juan I. Pintos suffered following a fall there...


The upcoming week at the Hipódromo de San Isidro will feature a series of exciting classic races
The América (G2), Fernández Guerrico (G2), Regimiento de Granaderos a Caballo (L), and Eduardo Jara are included on the menu Obra Clásica...


Cristian Velázquez, a key figure in the outstanding form of Truly Princess
The jockey has an exceptional understanding of the Daddy Long Legs filly, whom he has ridden since she was a juvenile. “She always...


América & Fernández Guerrico: A Big Classic Double on San Isidro’s Turf
They will be run next Saturday, while the unusual Tuesday, March 18, will feature the Granaderos a Caballo and Eduardo Jara. Don...


Palermo Increases Purses by Up to 25 Percent
Palermo increases purses by up to 25 percent, with focus on 2 to 4-year-old races and a 150,000 pesos performance bonus Palermo to...
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