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By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Billy Loughnane rode his 200th winner of the year aboard Dandy Khan (Dandy Man) in a Lingfield handicap on Monday. The 19-year-old has enjoyed a memorable campaign and his ridden frequently for Georgey Boughey, as well as Charlie Appleby. Loughnane, a former champion apprentice also rode his first Group 1 winner with Rebel's Romance (Dubawi) in the G1 Grosser Preis von Berlin in Germany. Loughnane told Sky Sports Racing, “It's been on my mind since I hit 100 earlier in the year and a goal I set up. “I wouldn't be able to do it without my agent, Tony Hind, so I have to give him a massive shout and all the trainers that have supported me – George, Charlie, everyone at team Godolphin and I also have to mention dad [Mark Loughnane]. “I've had great support and without everyone I couldn't be here.” Loughnane's previous highest win total was 162 from the 2024 season. “I'm very lucky and I want to go racing every day and ride as much as possible,” continued Loughnane. “To be able to start getting some quality there is great and what we all dream of. Next year I have some targets I want to be ticking off again, like some more Group 1s, and I'll be trying. “Whether it's next year or in years to come, winning the title would be my main goal – it's everyone's goal really. I'm going to be trying to do it as best as I can. I've got some stiff opposition to try to pass, but I'll be giving it my best shot.” The post Billy Loughnane Reaches 200-Win Mark For The Year appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
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A day after sending out Derby runner-up Ambiente Friendly to win over hurdles at Huntingdon, trainer James Owen has advised of a return to the Flat for another of his dual-purpose campaigners, Burdett Road. The five year-old son of Muharaar was bred and is raced by the Gredley Family, for whom he has already won at Royal Ascot as well as landing two Graded hurdle races at Cheltenham. He has been placed twice this National Hunt season but now looks set for warmer climes. “He is going to Dubai just before Christmas to go for some of the long-distance races out there and then he will go for the Red Sea Turf Handicap in Saudi Arabia, which is massive prize-money. He will have two runs in Dubai then Saudi,” Owen explained. The trainer had an encouraging outing to the Breeders' Cup at Del Mar, where Aspect Island, a full-brother to Tasleet, was third in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint. “Me and Tim [Gredley have enjoyed our foreign trips and have been successful with Wimbledon Hawkeye and Aspect Island and I just think with horses like Burdett Road, this is a good option,” he added. “[Burdett Road] finished third in the Arkle Trial and there are better ones still to come out, so we were not going to win an Arkle [Chase]. Do we really want to be trying to get four runs into him over fences to run in a handicap chase? And we are not going to win a County Hurdle off his mark. “He could go for the Champion Hurdle again, but again it is tough, so let's give him a chance of winning some proper prize-money.” The post Versatile Burdett Road Targets Middle East Prize-Money appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
A jockey, veterinarian and a podcaster, Ferrin Peterson juggles all her duties and juggles them well. Peterson has released a new episode of her “The Boundless” podcast. Her guest is Andres Martinez, who is a foreman for Chief Stipe O'Neill. Martinez grew up in Mexico City before his family moved to Tijuana. There he worked briefly at the old Caliente Racetrack before emigrating to the U.S. and the California racing circuit. He got his big break 12 years ago when going to work for O'Neill. Peterson calls Martinez the “Globetrotting Foreman.” One of Martinez's main jobs is to accompany the O'Neill horses when they leave the U.S. for international races. He has been to Dubai, South Korea and Japan and tells of his adventures in each place and the differences between each culture. The Boundless podcast can be heard on the following platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/andres-martinez-from-tijuana-to-dubai-a-foremans/id1791259243?i=1000739797533 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_Tajk_CYsg; Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5gJ9J1d1TybxAOrP5xRyY5?si=qwr5lh27RUuw6nxTioqIDw&nd=1&dlsi=1e604e5acb9a4879 The post Season Two of Ferrin Peterson’s Podcast Now Available appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
The Sporting Art Auction, a partnership between Cross Gate Gallery of Lexington and Keeneland, concluded its 13th edition by achieving total sales of $2.7 million. The high seller was LeRoy Neiman's Lady Liberty, a signed oil on board that realized $229,125. Held at the Keeneland Sales Pavilion on Nov. 13, the auction drew collectors from seven countries who participated in person and remotely. Of the 206 pieces spanning sporting art, American paintings and sculpture, 90% sold. Sale topper: Lady Liberty by Leroy Neiman “We are thrilled with the result of this year's Sporting Art Auction,” said Catherine Ladd Kenneally of Cross Gate Gallery. “The international participation through the online platforms was incredible and really a first for us. As the Sporting Art Auction continues to flourish, we are grateful for our partnership with Keeneland and the community's continued support.” The second- and third-highest-priced sellers were two works by Polish-American artist Andre Pater. His oil-on-canvas Breeders' Cup 1999 realized $141,000, while Watermelon Jockey, a vibrant pastel, recorded $117,500. “The vibrant energy at this year's Sporting Art Auction made for a wonderful event,” said Keeneland President and CEO Shannon Arvin. “Seeing our Sales Pavilion filled with our community, collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate sporting art is a special way to close our 2025 sales season. We appreciate all of the work by the Ladds and Cross Gate Gallery to make this event happen, and we're delighted to watch its reach and participation grow each year.” The post Leroy Neiman’s Lady Liberty Tops Keeneland’s Sporting Art Auction appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Umberto Rispoli, who captured his first riding title at the recently concluded Del Mar meet, will make a return visit to Hong Kong for Wednesday's Longines International Jockeys' Championship at Happy Valley. The Italian ex-pat spent six years riding in Hong Kong before relocating to Southern California in 2019. For Rispoli, who flew into Hong Kong last Tuesday–just two days after claiming the Del Mar title–the trip is part sentiment, part family vacation, and part professional competition. “I rode here for six years, so obviously Hong Kong is a place that I carry in my heart,” Rispoli said. “It's a beautiful city. When I was a young jockey, when I moved from France to Hong Kong, it's a place that taught me a lot in terms of building a strong character, mentally as well. They race only twice a week, so there aren't many opportunities. It builds your personality, you know. It's a special place.” In advance of the championship, Rispoli returned to Happy Valley last week and was gratified by the response he received. “I was there [last Wednesday] actually as a tourist,” he said. “Just to put myself in the mood again and breathe a little bit of the atmosphere of the races at night at a very charismatic track. It was very fun, very good. I had a warm welcome from everybody, from the riders and trainers and some people working behind the scenes, too. That proves to me that I left something important here. People were happy to see me and I was happy to see them. The most important thing that is wherever you go, you left a mark on people and they appreciate your presence at the track. I was very happy in the way they received me.” Rispoli made the return trip to Hong Kong with his wife, Kimberley Mosse Rispole, and their two young sons, Hayden, eight, and Aramis, three. “The reason we left right after Del Mar–I am here with the family,” Rispoli said. “My son when we left Hong Kong, he was only 2 1/2, so I wanted to show him where he grew up for his first years. And the other child wasn't even born yet. We planned on doing a lot of things, seeing a lot of friends, having nice dinners and some attractions for kids. Hong Kong gives you this opportunity, the chance to enjoy the city and have fun. It's a place you have to visit, because it gives you so much to do. It's a lot of entertainment. For family trips and couple trips, it would be one of the best trips people would take for sure.” Rispoli said his time riding races in Hong Kong presented him with challenges that he has used to develop his skills in the saddle. “It's tight, competitive races,” Rispoli said of racing in Hong Kong. “Almost every day is a handicap, so it's more strategy, more tactical. That's what you don't find anywhere else probably in the world. The handicap system works so very well here. That's what makes Hong Kong racing different.” Rispoli aboard Preakness winner Journalism | Horsephotos In Wednesday's jockey championship, Rispoli will face off against a group of international stars, including last year's championship winner Mickael Barzalona, as well as James McDonald, Ryan Moore, Hollie Doyle, William Buick, Joao Moreira, Christophe Lemaire, Rachel King, Zac Purton, Vincent Ho Chak-yiu, and Hugh Bowman. The 12 riders will compete against each other while earning points in four races worth HK$7.5 million (US$963,743) in prize money, along with total bonus awards of HK$1 million for the top three riders. “It's all about what horses you are going to ride and what draw you get,” Rispoli said of his championship mindset. “That's the important key in those kind of races. I will just try to be myself and no overthinking, just more focused on my horses.” Rispoli will be representing the United States when he makes his championship debut Wednesday. “It's an honor and a privilege,” he said of representing the Stars and Stripes in Hong Kong. “It's a country that, since I have been there at the end of 2019, has given me a lot. So many opportunities. A lot of people, trainers and owners, gave me opportunities without most of them knowing me, who I was and what I had done in the past. So I will definitely try to represent the United States in the best way possible and try to bring the cup home. The Italian enters the jockey championship on the back of a career year in the saddle. In addition to his Del Mar riding title, he also rode Journalism (Curlin) to victory in the GI Preakness Stakes and runner-up efforts in the GI Kentucky Derby and GI Belmont Stakes. “It's been an amazing year so far,” Rispoli said. “Obviously, having this opportunity to ride at this challenge at Happy Valley, and if I have a chance to win it, it would be a cherry on the cake to just close the year in an amazing way. “Happy Valley is one of the most iconic racetracks in the world. So I am glad to be back and I am glad this opportunity came up.” The post Fresh Off Del Mar Riding Title, Rispole Returns to Hong Kong for Jockey Championship appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article
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