Trainer and jockey shone once again with Siesta, who claimed victory in the Clásico Diego White (G3) on her road to the Gran Premio Selección de Potrancas (G1) LA PLATA.— Siesta keeps progressing, keeps delivering, and above all, continues to leave the impression that the longer the trip, the better she will look. The filly delivered another top-tier performance to capture the Clásico Diego White (G3) and stay firmly entrenched among the leading lights of her generation at El

As learned by Turf Diario, the Hipódromo de Palermo has reportedly decided against submitting its request to IRPACto shorten the Derby to 2,100 meters, following intense backlash within the industry alongside various internal and international objections; the matter, however, could be revisited for discussion ahead of 2028 By Diego H. Mitagstein Nothing is official yet, but Turf Diario is in a position to report that the Gran Premio Nacional (G1) will retain its traditional 2

The Racing Committee established a series of measures to supervise the horses remaining under its domain during the suspension imposed on him by San Isidro Gerardo Alteño (third from the left), under the spotlight at Palermo / JUAN I. BOZZELLO The eight-month suspension imposed by the racing committee of Hipódromo de San Isidro on trainer Gerardo Nicolás Alteño has taken a significant step forward, after Hipódromo de Palermo resolved to establish a series of additional contro

The sanction stemmed from a medication violation detected in his charge Fuurin, following her second-place finish in the fifth race on the 18th of last month; the trainer accepted the ruling and waived his right to a split-sample test The Hipódromo de Palermo issued a one-month suspension to trainer Juan Franco Saldivia, current leader in the local standings, following a prohibited medication finding detected in his charge Fuurin after her second-place finish in the fifth rac

Julio Penna will saddle the daughter of Treasure Beach in this Friday's Clásico General Pueyrredón at San Isidro; the last female to win it was Potrigoal, under Jorge Valdivieso By Diego H. Mitagstein Some decisions stem from pure pedigree analysis, while others come from truly knowing a horse—from observing her daily and understanding what she is asking for. Julio Penna chose the latter path with Playa Chopera, and this Friday the mare will embrace a challenge that cannot go

Just a week after capturing the Polla de Potrillos (G3) with Autorretrato, the jockey celebrated once again in El BosqueHacer clic para abrir el panel lateral y obtener más información, this time aboard the seasoned pupil of Julio Penna. "He gave everything he had, showing the heart and determination that truly good horses possess," he shared LA PLATA.— Adrián Giannetti is enjoying one of those magical runs where everything seems to click. He rides with supreme confidence, ma

Contested over a challenging 3,000 meters on the turf, the marathon test will take place this Friday at Hipódromo de San Isidro; at Palermo, top billing goes to the female sprinters in the Clásico México (G3) Don Logrado, among the confirmed runners for the Clásico General Pueyrredón / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Following the scratches of Hi Dolfi (Hi Happy) and Santo Rey (Santillano), a field of nine runners will line up this coming Friday at Hipódromo de San IsidroHacer clic para abr

This coming Friday, Hipódromo de San Isidro will host a new renewal of the longest race on the calendar, contested over 3000 meters on the turf Equal Mostaza (left) won the Pueyrredón in 2025/ HSI Racing paradoxes. At a time when tempers are flaring over Palermo's proposal to trim the distance of the historic Gran Premio Nacional (G1), this coming Friday Hipódromo de San Isidro will host a new renewal of the Clásico General Pueyrredón (G3), the longest race on the national ca

The association sent a letter to the Lotería de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires regarding the decision, protesting that it was not taken into account during the discussions The controversy surrounding Hipódromo Palermo's proposal to trim the distance of the Gran Premio Nacional (G1) from 2500 to 2100 meters starting in 2027 is far from dying down. On the contrary, as the hours pass, new voices are stepping forward, and the debate is heating up rapidly. Now it was the Asociación de

The requests were submitted by Palermo and La Punta to the Comité Fiscalizador del Calendario Clásico Argentino, while the Estrellas Dirt is set to be elevated to Listed status Blue Caviar winnint the last Casey / JUAN I. BOZZELLO The shaping of the 2027 Argentine Stakes Calendar has sparked a debate that promises to drag on for quite some time. The proposals submitted to the Comité Fiscalizador include significant distance modifications for several traditional events—most no

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

Sono Perfetto (photo), Amuni, Nassau, El Darwin, and Don Champagne were entered for the Clásico Federación Argentina de Jockey Clubes e Hipódromos LA PLATA.- The road toward the Gran Premio Dardo Rocha (G1) will continue at this city's racetrack on Sunday, July 26, with a new renewal of the Clásico Federación Argentina de Jockey Clubes e Hipódromos scheduled over 2200 metros, for which entries were taken this Friday. A tremendous spectacle is in the making based on the list o

The Clásico Japón (L-1400m, turf) will headline the action this Saturday as the feature race of the week at the Hipódromo de Palermo, which will also open its gates for racing on Monday Kopke will run the Clásico Japón / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Hipódromo de Palermo is set for a transitional week, featuring a brace of racing programs anchored by a solitary stakes race. The downtown track will open its gates on Saturday, July 18, and Monday, July 20, offering cards composed primarily

The key prep race on the road to the Polla de Potrancas (G2) will headline the racing program on Tuesday, July 21, at La Plata Tarea Fácil Among the Six Fillies Confirmed for the Morales / JUAN I. BOZZELLO LA PLATA.— After being rescheduled from its original date, the Clásico Miguel Luis Morales (G2-1600m, dirt), the key three-year-old filly prep on the road to the Clásico Polla de Potrancas (G2), will finally take place on Tuesday, July 21, on the main track of this city's r

The Clásico Cocles (L) and the Clásico Necochea (L) will take place on Friday, July 17, while the Handicap Gendarmería Nacional Argentina will headline the card on Wednesday, July 22 Quality Boy will carry the top weight in the Clásico Cocles / JUAN I. BOZZELLO San Isidro officials confirmed on Tuesday the next two racing programs scheduled at the northern venue, featuring cards on Friday, July 17, and Wednesday, July 22, anchored by a solid slate of stakes. The Friday card w

Saturday's card will feature the running of the Clásico Cocles (L) and the Clásico Necochea (L), while the Clásico Gendarmería Nacional Argentina will take center stage on Wednesday Bailarín de Venecia, top weight ahead the Clasico Necochea / JUAN I. BOZZELLO BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (Special for Turf Diario).— While San Isidro prepares for the highly anticipated Gran Premio 2000 Guineas (G1) festival, the track received entries on Monday for its next two programs. Scheduled f

Group 1 winners Colorado del Monte and Roi du Monde headline an exceptional list of entries for the upcoming classic, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown The first major milestone of the second semester is officially underway. Hipódromo de San Isidro taken entries this Monday for the Gran Premio 2000 Guineas (G1), and the early lineup promises an absolute spectacle. Scheduled for Saturday, July 25, the mile test on the turf for 3-year-old colts has attracted a

The jockey delivered a brilliant performance aboard the son of Fortify, who was recently acquired by Jesús Campos, a prominent Paraguayan owner LA PLATA.- There are racecourses that are never forgotten. No matter how the calendar changes, which tracks dominate the statistics, or where new opportunities arise, a special place always remains. For Eduardo Ortega Pavón, that venue is the Hipódromo de La Plata. It was there that he took his first steps as a jockey and secured his

A magnificent trio of stakes races awaits at the corner of Avenida del Libertador and Dorrego on the holiday, featuring the Clásico Ignacio e Ignacio F. Correas (G2), the Clásico Diamond Jubilee (L), and the Clásico Guillermo Paats (L) On the upcoming holiday Friday, Hipódromo de Palermo will offer plenty of reasons to be the center of attention, aiming to draw massive crowds to its grandstands and heavy handle through the betting windows. The racetrack will feature a magnifi

The Clásico Otelo A. Orlandi (L) and the Clásico Juan Vucetich will serve as the headline attractions on Tuesday, July 14th, and Thursday, July 16th, respectively End of Spring will run in the Clásico Otelo A. Orlandi / HLP LA PLATA.- The upcoming two programs at the racetrack in this city have been finalized, scheduled for Tuesday, July 14th, and Thursday, July 16th. Each card will consist of 10 races, showing a slight improvement in field sizes compared to previous weeks fo

Scheduled for this coming Saturday, the feature event will anchor a weekend of exclusive racing action at Hipódromo de San Isidro The two upcoming programs for next week at Hipódromo de San Isidro have been finalized, with the track taking full ownership of the weekend by opening its doors on both Saturday and Sunday. The weekend's main attraction will be the historic Clásico 9 de Julio (G2), contested over 1,600 meters on the turf for horses 4-year-olds and upward. As has be

The traditional mile fixture will take center stage this Saturday, brilliantly supported on the card by the Clásico Espirita (L) Don Griego Looks for Another Decisive Victory in the 9 de Julio / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Just as Palermo lines up a high-powered Friday card, Hipódromo de San Isidro will match that intensity on Saturday with a stellar program featuring a pair of highly competitive stakes fixtures. Everything will revolve around the historic Clásico 9 de Julio (G2), a 1,6

The afternoon will feature a prominent stakes tripleheader, spearheaded by the route feature and well supported by the Diamond Jubilee (L) and the Guillermo Paats (L) Martana Stands Out as One of the Defining Names on the Road to the Correas / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo is configuring an outstanding Friday program packed with high-profile racing. Featuring a prominent stakes tripleheader, the card kicks off a highly attractive week at the metropolitan hea

During a week that once again featured rather sparse entry lists across the board, the key preparatory fixture for the prestigious Polla de Potrancas managed to attract a mere three entrants. Consequently, racetrack officials have made the decision to reschedule the stakes event, which will now be contested on Tuesday, July 21 El Resero Con Capa was entered for the Clásico Juan Vucetich / HLPL LA PLATA.— Despite announcing the suspension of the conditional alternative categor

The jockey enjoyed a sensational weekend, driving forward in top gear during the Fundación Equina Argentina’s showcase event. From the raw speed of Le Cornette to the flawless poise of Indiana Candy, we analyze a historic harvest alongside his emotional tribute on the podium honoring the mentors who guided his path By Diego H. Mitagstein There are weekends that mark a definitive turning point in a professional's career—those moments when the whip seems to transform into a mag

In a move designed to safeguard horsemen and owners, Palermo management has announced a protective measure for the upcoming month. Thoroughbreds clearing their conditions will maintain their previous purse levels—a financial cushion applied exclusively to allowance and condition races The month of July is, by definition, a time for reflection and a clean slate in Argentine racing. The turning of the calendar brings the universal birthday for both juveniles and older horses, a

That trio of stakes will shape an action-packed Saturday program; meanwhile, the cross-generational clash for female milers is slated for Monday, July 6 Personal Filly was entered for the Clásico Güiraldes / JUAN I. BOZZELLO Entries were finalized this Tuesday for the upcoming back-to-back cards at the Hipódromo de Palermo, highlighted by a stellar stakes triple-header scheduled for Saturday. The newly turned 3-year-olds will launch their road toward the Argentine Triple Crow

The road to the Triple Crown officially kicks off in earnest on the main track, while the prestigious Campeonato de Oro Verde also gets underway on the lawn Acento Final returns to Palermo's turf track for the Chacabuco / JUAN I. BOZZELLO BUENOS AIRES, Argentina— Following the excitement of the Carreras de las Estrellas festival, the Argentine racing calendar moves forward with another high-profile week of action, centered primarily at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo. The down

The racing committee announced that for Friday’s entries, all races will offer full purses, officially canceling the alternative category Sabiyano correrá el 9 de Julio / ARCHIVO / HLP LA PLATA.- Monday’s final declaration stage at the provincial oval arrived with plenty of tactical developments for local horsemen. As widely anticipated, the widespread implementation of the alternative category (CA) format across recent racing programs—which slashes scheduled purses nearly in

La Plata Racecourse saw dismal entries on Friday for its next three meetings, reopening all carded races Los Llanos fue anotado en el Isidoro Aramburu / HLP The misguided policy of stacking nearly half of July’s racing schedule with low-level alternative conditions—slashing purse values for those events by more than half—has extracted a heavy and predictable toll on the seaside oval. The widespread rejection of this administrative measure by local owners and horsemen was laid

The three-time reigning champion sprinter will seek to carve his name permanently into the record books, aiming to become the first horse in history to register four victories within the prestigious championship series History stands on the precipice this Saturday at Hipódromo de San Isidro as the extraordinary Labrado (Le Blues)returns to center stage in the Gran Premio Estrellas Sprint (G1). The spectacular champion enters the starting gate chasing a monumental milestone ne