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Legendary jockey Frankie Dettori notched his first grade 1 stakes win at Keeneland with a masterful front-running ride on Beaute Cachee in the April 13 Jenny Wiley Stakes (G1T). She upset favored English Rose by 1 1/2 lengths.View the full article

West Coast invader Adare Manor made short work of the $1.25 million Apple Blossom Handicap (G1) field, strolling to a front-running victory April 13 at Oaklawn Park.View the full article

Adare Manor (m, 5, Uncle Mo–Brooklynsway, by Giant Gizmo), who so often shows her best on the front end, took her California form on the road and got back to the winner's circle with a half-dozen-length score in Oaklawn's $1.25-million GI Apple Blossom S. Saturday. The 3-5 choice, the dark bay went clear early, running comfortably with her ears flicking back and forth, and set fractions of :23.68 and :46.95 while Honor D Lady (Honor Code) applied pressure to her outside. Adare Manor quickened on the turn and opened up by daylight to sizzle home an authoritative winner, getting the 1 1/16 miles in 1:42.48. Flying Connection (Nyquist) closed late to nab second over Free Like a Girl (El Deal). Last year's GI CCA Oaks winner Wet Paint (Blame), previously unbeaten in three stakes at Oaklawn, never got involved and finished off the board. Winner of last summer's GI Clement L. Hirsch S. at Del Mar, Adare Manor kicked off her 5-year-old campaign for Bob Baffert with a runner-up finish as the favorite in the GI Beholder Mile S. at Santa Anita Mar. 9. Lifetime record: 16-8-5-0. O-Michael Lund Petersen; B-Town & Country Horse Farms, LLC & GaryBroad (Ky); T-Bob Baffert. #4 ADARE MANOR scampered away! The 3-5 choice wins the $1.25 million Apple Blossom Handicap (G1) under @JJHernandezS19 for trainer Bob Baffert. She is a daughter of @coolmoreamerica Uncle Mo that runs for Michael Lund Petersen. pic.twitter.com/qxBxmK8wVV — TVG (@TVG) April 13, 2024 The post Easy Win for California Shipper Adare Manor in Apple Blossom appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Red Lane Thoroughbreds' Skelly wins the $500,000 Count Fleet Sprint Handicap (G3) at Oaklawn Park April 13, repeating his victory from last year.View the full article

With 20 Kentucky Derby points on the line, it was Encino (Nyquist–Glittering Jewel, by Bernardini) who made every pole a winning one in the GIII Stonestreet Lexington S. at Keeneland on Saturday. The win gives the colt a total of 40 Derby points, which ties him for 20th and the final spot in the starting gate. Off at a price of 3-1, the homebred shot to the lead from his outside post and took the field into the first turn. The Brad Cox trainee continued to hold sway up the backstretch, but he began to receive pressure around the far turn from GISP The Wine Steward (Vino Rosso). Entering the lane, the pair separated themselves from the rest of the field, but it was Encino who found more and got the top points in the end. The final running time was 1:43.93. Lifetime Record: 4-3-1-0. O/B-Godolphin LLC (KY); T-Brad Cox. #8 ENCINO at 3/1 with @flothejock take advantage from the start and wins the Grade 3 Lexington Stakes at #Keeneland for trainer @bradcoxracing. Encino grabs the last 20 points on the Road to the @KentuckyDerby. #TwinSpiresReplay pic.twitter.com/MBOTuqtj47 — TwinSpires Racing (@TwinSpires) April 13, 2024 The post Encino Takes The GIII Stonestreet Lexington S. At Keeneland appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Beaute Cachee ran the 1 1/16 miles in a final time of 1:42.90 with fractions of :24.18, :48.65, 1:13.85, and 1:37.05.View the full article

The 5-year-old French import BEAUTE CACHEE (FR) (Literato {Fr}–Sign and Seal {Ire}, by Hurricane Run {Ire}) was perhaps not the Chad Brown runner most thought would take the GI Jenny Wiley S. Saturday at Keeneland. But Brown picked up his sixth win in the race when his 25-1 shot took the field gate-to-wire around a turf course listed as good, upsetting GII Pegasus World Cup Filly and Mare Turf Invitational winner Didia (Arg) (Orpen) and favored stablemate Gina Romantica (Into Mischief). Lifetime Record: 18-4-5-2. O-Madaket Stables LLC, Michael Dubb and Louis Lazzinnaro LLC; B-Gregor Vischer; T-Chad Brown. Sales History: €1,500 ylg '20 ARQAU. The post Beaute Cachee Delivers For Chad Brown In Jenny Wiley Upset appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

In her first start since November's Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint (G1T), Roses for Debra returned to the winner's circle in the $260,713 Giant's Causeway Stakes (G3T) for fillies and mares.View the full article

What Albury Races Where Albury Racing Club – 16-46 Fallon St, Albury NSW 2640 When Monday, April 15, 2024 First Race 1:05pm AEST Visit Dabble Country racing returns to the Riverina region of NSW on Monday afternoon, where the Albury Racing Club gets set to host a quickfire seven-race program. The rail moves back to the true position throughout the entire circuit, and with sunny skies predicted in the lead-up, punters can expect a genuine Good 4 track prior to the opening event at 1:05pm local time. Albury Best Bet: Bravo A Go Go Bravo A Go Go heads to the races for the first time on the back of one strong barrier trial at Wagga Wagga on March 28 and appears to be a fair price with online betting sites. She knuckled down to the task nicely when asked for an effort under Kayla Nisbet, educating herself as she circled the majority of the eight runners engaged in the jump-out. Watch for Nisbet to drop in for cover on Monday, and when asked to extend, Bravo A Go Go can produce a debut victory. Best Bet Race 2 – #3 Bravo A Go Go (6) 3yo Filly | T: Daug Gorrel | J: Kayla Nisbet (58.5kg) +400 with Picklebet Next Best at Terang: Snap Book Next Best: Race 7 #3 Snap Book (5) 5YOG @$3.50 | T: Donna Scott | J: Coriah Keatings (a2kg) (63.5kg) Snap Book has been a handy type for the Donna Scott barn and looked ready to peak third-up into the campaign. The son of Fighting Sun was trucking through the wire at his most recent outing at this course on March 22, suggesting the step up to 1600m would be ideal for the five-year-old gelding. He maps to gain a mid-field sit with cover, and with claiming apprentice Coriah Keatings hopping aboard to get 2kg of his back, Snap Book looks perfectly placed to secure win number four. Next Best Race 7 – #3 Snap Book (5) 5yo Gelding | T: Donna Scott | J: Coriah Keatings (63.5kg) +250 with Neds Best Value Bet: Bobotov Bobotov ran into a smart one in the form of Wal’s Angel last start at Albury on March 21 and should take major benefit from that effort. He was only beaten 2.7 lengths on the wire and continued to whack away gallantly despite being no match for the eventual winner. The son of Press Statement has shown good early toe in the past, so expect Laura Lafferty to lead or sit outside the lead turning for home, giving followers a bold sight at each-way odds with the top horse racing bookmakers. Best Value Race 5 – #6 Bobotov (2) 4yo Gelding | T: Rob Wellington | J: Laura Lafferty (57.5kg) +1000 with Playup Monday quaddie tips for Albury races Albury quadrella selections Monday, April 15, 2024 1-2-3-4 1-2-3-5-6-8-12 1-5-10 3-5-8 | Copy this bet straight to your betslip More racing tips View the full article

Randwick Racecourse staged four group one races on their April 13 card.View the full article

Godolphin's Bold Act, who traveled from overseas to win last fall's Sycamore Stakes (G3T) at Keeneland with a late rally, returns to the Lexington oval in search of more graded stakes riches when he competes in the April 20 Elkhorn Stakes (G2T).View the full article

3rd-GP, $60k, Msw, 3yo, f, 6f, post time: 2:14 p.m. ET In the name of her Whisper Hill Farm, Mandy Pope went to $1.3 million for a son of Tapit out of MSW & GSP Danzatrice (Dunkirk) at the 2021 Keeneland September, and that looked like money well spent when Tapit Trice went on to a victory in the 2023 GI Toyota Blue Grass S. while placing in the GI Belmont S. and GI Travers S. Pope was so enamored of her purchase that she went back to the well at the 2022 September sale, giving $1.1 million for the colt's full-sister, DANZIT, who makes her first trip to the races Sunday. Also trained by Todd Pletcher, the March foal is out of a close relative to champion and GI Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies victress Jaywalk (Cross Traffic) and the deeper female family includes the sires Mission Impazible and Forest Camp. Among the competition is Silver Moonlight (Liam's Map), a half-brother to the Grade III-placed juvenile Man Child (Creative Cause), who was a $150,000 KEESEP yearling before doubling that hammer price at last year's OBS March Sale. TJCIS PPs The post Sunday Insights: Whisper Hill Looking To Strike Twice With Sibling To ‘Trice’ appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Charles Fipke homebred Ready for Shirl (More Than Ready–Perfect Shirl, by Perfect Soul) certainly honored her well-regarded bloodlines as she graduated on debut at Keeneland, which secured her 'TDN Rising Star' honors. Off as a 7-1 shot, the 3-year-old filly bided her time as the leaders battled into the first turn and up the backstretch. However, the Roger Attfield trainee was locked and loaded at the top of the lane, and she showed her ability towards the center of the course by rolling home a multiple-length winner. The final running time was 1:36.95. Lifetime Record: 1-1-0-0. O/B-Charles E. Fipke; T-Roger Attfield. #9 READY FOR SHIRL ($17.86) pulled clear down the lane to make her first start a winning one in race 5 at Keeneland! @flothejock was in the irons for Roger Attfield and Charles Fipke. Ready for Shirl is out of the GISW Perfect Shirl and is a half to GISW Shirl's Speight. pic.twitter.com/LI6Jn6HUEe — TVG (@TVG) April 13, 2024 The post Ready For Shirl Rolls To ‘TDN Rising Stardom’ On Debut At Keeneland appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

British trainer Charlie Appleby brought seven Godolphin-owned horses to Keeneland for stakes races this spring, though his North American assault will continue past the meet that concludes April 26.View the full article

Among those working at Churchill Downs April 13 were Catching Freedom, Endlessly, Mystik Dan, and Common Defense.View the full article

Editors' Note: Longtime NYRA Racing official died April 11 at the age of 84. His family prepared the following obituary, which we are sharing. It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our father John Hennegan after a brave battle with aggressive glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer. He died nine days shy of his 85th birthday. Our dad began his NYRA career in 1965. Our parents were married in the shadow of Belmont Park at Our Lady of Victory Parish in Floral Park, N.Y. that same year. He worked as a NYRA racing official for nearly 40 years, spanning five decades. His positions included patrol judge, assistant clerk of scales, clerk of scales and placing judge during that time. As a teenager growing up in Baltimore, MD, he served as a ballboy for the NBA's Baltimore Bullets and operated the clubhouse elevator at Pimlico Race Course. He graduated from Calvert Hall College High School and attended LaSalle College in Philadelphia where he briefly played basketball. His affiliation with horse racing began with his father who served as secretary for the now defunct American Trainers Association in Maryland. Legendary horseman Alfred Vanderbilt helped young John get connected with NYRA to launch his long career as a racing official. Once in New York, he was fortunate to be mentored by the late horseman and television personality Frank Wright. His roles as a racing official made him witness to countless historic races. He served as a patrol judge for the legendary Ruffian-Foolish Pleasure match race. He also worked in various capacities at all three Triple Crown clinching Belmont Stakes of the 1970's. As exciting as these moments were, it was everyday racetrack life that he loved best and enjoyed sharing with us. He eagerly introduced us to all his wonderful coworkers and friends in his racing universe. Dr. Tang. Willie Bananas. Earl the shoeshine guy. These were the folks we looked forward to seeing at “the office” and our exposure at an early age to this eclectic world helped shape our paths in life. John Hennegan, Dick Van Patten and Merv Griffin in the Belmont Park jockeys' room | Hennegan family photo In addition to horse racing, our father loved to travel–especially to beach destinations in order to work on his signature tan. For him and our mother, the British and US Virgin Islands were particular favorites. Ocean City, MD, Hutchinson Island, FL and the Outer Banks of North Carolina were also beaches they enjoyed in their retirement. The wonderful people they met in all of these places have become lifelong family friends. He loved the Baltimore Colts, Johnny Unitas, the Baltimore Orioles and Brooks Robinson. He loved watching his daughter Brooke's high school soccer and lacrosse teams win the New York State Championships in the same year. He loved watching his son Brad play college lacrosse at Roanoke College and play for a national championship. He loved watching all UVA sports and visiting his son John in Charlottesville during his time in college. He loved Otis Redding, Bob Seger and the Rolling Stones He loved August in Saratoga, crabcakes and relaxing in the sun. He loved his four grandchildren Brooklyn, Marin, Elsie and Gus. And they loved their “Ranger” – his nickname since college. And most of all, he loved his widow Nancy – his devoted wife of 58 years. We want to thank our father for introducing us to the wonderful world of thoroughbred horse racing. What a gift you gave us Ranger – one we can never repay. We are better people for it. We will miss you terribly. Love, Brooke, Brad and John “I first met John Hennegan in 1977, when I started my career in racing with the National Steeplechase Association. We were based at Belmont Park and had a close relationship with all of the NYRA officials. John was one that was always helpful and willing to guide young professionals that wanted to learn about the game. I was lucky to get to know him and spend valuable time with him, especially when he volunteered to work for the NSA as a steward, and joined us on the road at several of our race meets.” –Bill Gallo, Director of Racing, National Steeplechase Association “John Hennegan was a hard worker, friend to all horsemen and a loyal NYRA employee for nearly 40 years. He was everybody's friend, including mine. He will be greatly missed .” –Angel Cordero Jr. “Mr Hennegan–I would never have dared to call him John–was a welcoming face in the intimidating racing offices at NYRA. My frequent visits there for lowly responsibilities at Fasig-Tipton required many favors. He never hesitated to offer assistance or advice to wet-behind-the-ears juniors like me or titans of the track like Elliott Burch or Woody Stephens. Immaculate in all seasons, never without a tie, Mr Hennegan was the consummate gentleman. I was surprised to read from his son, my friend John, that he was a “Stones” fan. I pictured Mozart and Leonard Bernstein– perhaps even Benny Goodman. Mr Hennegan–an enigma in the rough and tumble life at the racetrack. It was an honor to know him.” –Terence Collier, Fasig-Tipton “I'm so sorry to learn that my long-time friend from Baltimore has passed. I first met John at Belmont Park in 1980. He was always cordial, respectful and kind. I thoroughly enjoyed our discussions about Maryland racing and the good old days. May God rest your soul in peace my friend.” –Chris McCarron No immediate plans have been made for a memorial but something will be held to honor his life in the coming months. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the New York Race Track Chaplaincy in John's name. https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTcwNzk= The post John Hennegan, Longtime NYRA Official, Passes Away at 84 appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Weather conditions continued to improve on the penultimate day of the 2024 Ocala Breeders' Sales Company's Spring Sale of 2-Year-Olds in Training under-tack show and, while works failed to reach the peak set earlier in the week, the headwind that hampered Friday's show let up in time for a plethora of runners to hit the :9 4/5 mark Saturday. A total of 11 juveniles matched that mark with five of those 11 coming from sires who have their first 2-year-olds this year. Craig Wheeler sent out his homebred son of Vekoma (hip 1006), a colt with whom his experience in the family dates back to his time as manager with Hobeau Farm. “It always means a little more when you've had them since they were born,” said Wheeler. “It's a family that I've had a lot of success with. We bred the good ones, like [Grade I-winner] Miss Shop and so it's a super family and it doesn't surprise us that another hopeful superstar will come out of it.” Second dam Shopping, owned by Hobeau Farm of which Wheeler managed for over 30 years, not only produced millionaire Miss Shop (Deputy Minister) but also GSW/MGISP Trappe Shot (Tapit), SW/GSP Bought In Dixie (Dixieland Band) and Shop Again (Wild Again), who would in turn produce GISW Power Broker (Pulpit). Wheeler noted that his colt's sharp work Saturday was completely par for the course. “We were expecting it, for sure. He's been training lights out for us and we're tickled. He's so straightforward and light on his feet, and he galloped out good as well.” With first-season sires continuing to be in demand, Vekoma was an obvious choice for Wheeler to pair with his homebred mare Blakely's Smile. “He [Vekoma] was always on our radar,” continued Wheeler. “Watching him and all of his great races–he showed a ton of talent.” And while the wind let up enough for a pack of horses to hit :9 4/5, conditions weren't quite as favorable as they were earlier in the week before Thursday's storms. Wheeler noted that while there were plenty of fast horses Saturday morning, it wasn't quite as good as Wednesday's tail wind. His other juvenile, a colt by Khozan named Micanopy (hip 722), was one caught breezing into the wind Friday. “He still galloped out nice but we knew it wouldn't be blistering fast. He's getting plenty of looks [Friday] and I think it's because of how he was moving over the track. That attracts the lookers.” Micanopy, bred by Brent & Crystal Fernung, was a $30,000 purchase by Wheeler at the OBS Yearling Sale last fall and, while the breeze may not have gone to plan Friday, Wheeler remembers what drew him to the colt in the first place. “His walk. He has a tremendous walk with a huge overstep. I got him from my friend Brent who does a great job raising horses and so I was really confident in buying from him. And he's been training great so we're hoping to get lucky there too.” 10 other juveniles matched the :9 4/5 time including three by first-crop sire Honest Mischief (hip 870, hip 938 and hip 1011) along with a filly from the first crop by Tiz the Law (hip 928). Speightster (hip 871), Nyquist (hip 902 and hip 915), Mitole (hip 907), Twirling Candy (hip 1005) and Midnight Lute (hip 981) were also represented by Saturday's bullet. Three hips matched the fastest quarter-mile work Saturday at :20 3/5 including a pair by Ocala Stud's Win Win Win (hip 881 and hip 1025) and a third by Frosted (hip 926). Optimism continues to abound looking forward to next week's auction. “This is the sale that everybody shows up for,” continued Wheeler. “There's something for everybody–top end, middle and the bottom. There's a lot of nice horses going back and forth to the track so I think that will draw people in. I'm expecting to it to be good.” The under-tack show will conclude with a makeup session Sunday. The OBS Spring sale will be held Tuesday through Friday with bidding starting each day at 10:30 a.m. The post More Favorable Conditions Lead To Faster OBS Saturday appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

This day 15th April in horse racing news history From the extensive Horse Betting news archives we present the all the thoroughbred racing action in Australian and overseas racing news in history. Delve in and enjoy our walk back in horse racing time. Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Overpass claims inaugural running of The Quokka The Bjorn Baker-trained Overpass held off the fast-finishing Amelia’s Jewel to claim the inaugural edition of The Quokka … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Giga Kick gets well-deserved Group 1 success in All Aged Stakes Giga Kick burst onto the scene taking out the $10,000,000 Everest in the spring and has now seen his first … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Shesallshenanigans proves best of the 2YO’s in The Showdown Linda Meech and Simon Zahra have combined to take home the $1,000,000 The Showdown on Saturday afternoon at Sandown Racecourse … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Militarize bolts clear to secure a Chris Waller Triple Crown Militarize has carved up his opposition in the Group 1 Champagne Stakes to secure a first-time Triple Crown success for … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Heavy rain from Cylcone Ilsa postpones Alice Springs meeting Heavy overnight rain caused by former tropical Cyclone Ilsa forced the Alice Springs Turf Club to postpone its meeting on … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Diamil gets the head down in jaw dropping JRA Plate Bankers Choice and Diamil have fought out the finish in the Group 3 JRA Plate with the latter getting the … Read More Horse Racing Tips 12 months ago Sunday’s Geraldton best bets & quaddie | April 16, 2023 The Geraldton Turf Club will host its annual Geraldton Gold Cup Day this Sunday afternoon. Horsebetting’s Ciaran Jackman has provided … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Vilana impresses on resumption in Hall Mark Stakes It’s been an ultra-impressive return by Vilana in the Group 3 Hall Mark Stakes, scoring a very strong win after … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Olentia stamps her authority in H B Carr Stakes victory Chris Waller and Joao Moreira have combined with Olentia on Saturday in the H B Carr Stakes to score in … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Osipenko wraps up small field in Frank Packer Plate success It was only a five-horse field engaged for the Frank Packer Plate at Group 3 level, which has seen Osipenko … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 12 months ago Potent combination lands another winning blow with Aromatic Ideal placement by Mark Walker and a perfect ride from Opie Bosson at Awapuni on Friday paved the way for … Read More Horse Racing Tips 12 months ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | April 15, 2023 13 horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips and quaddie selections for free here at … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Clarke lands Darwin treble, but daughter denies him four wins Read the full Darwin racing review and results for the five race card that was held at Fannie Bay Racecourse … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago In The Boat smashes rivals in The Country Discovery The Lindsey Smith-trained In The Boat has smashed his rivals in The Country Discovery (1100m) at Sale and in doing … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Jordan Childs claims a Good Friday double at Sale Jordan Childs has steered home the winner of the Country Oaks and Good Friday Appeal Cup at Sale, handing him … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Jesta Dreamer & Smart Mozzie claim Country Trainers Series Finals Good Friday racing at Sale kicked off with the two Country Trainers Series Finals, with the Wendy Kelly-trained Jesta Dreama … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Can Kerrin McEvoy and Williamsburg upset Fireburn’s triple crown? Star jockeys Kerrin McEvoy and Tommy Berry agree – it’s going to be next to impossible to beat Fireburn in … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Easter Monday best bets & quaddie for Warwick Farm | 18/4/22 HorseBetting’s New South Wales racing analyst presents you with his best bets and quaddie numbers for this eight-race program at … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Nash Rawiller last chance in All Aged Stakes before suspension He has a costly two-week suspension looming, but champion jockey Nash Rawiller has one last opportunity to take a winner’s … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Sunshine Coast best bets, value bet & quaddie | 17/4/2022 Easter Sunday racing heads up the M1 to the Sunshine Coast for a nice eight-race program, kicking off at 12:25pm … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Stawell Cup Day best bets & quaddie picks | Sunday, April 17 It is Stawell Cup Day on Easter Sunday and Horsebetting’s James Herbert presents his best bets, top odds and free … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Punt Drunk: Burn or Burst? We are pretty excited for the weekend here at Punt Drunk this morning, as exciting filly Fireburn looks to rewrite … Read More Hong Kong horse racing news 2 years ago Caspar Fownes poised to strike 1000 Hong Kong wins On the cusp of becoming only the fourth Hong Kong trainer to reach 1,000 wins, Caspar Fownes is optimistic Sky … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Ascot best bets, odds & quaddie | Saturday, April 16, 2022 HorseBetting’s Western Australian racing analyst presents his top selection in the Group 3 WA Sires’ Produce Stakes (1400m), as well … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | April 15, 2022 Five horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips, best odds and quaddie selections here at … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Newhaven Park have acquired Group 1 winner Mo’unga When two-time Group 1 winner Mo’unga step out in the All Aged Stakes (1400m) at Randwick on Saturday, it will … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Avdulla hopeful Fireburn can be first filly since Burst to win Triple Crown Star jockey Brenton Avdulla has such a high opinion of Fireburn going into the Group 1 $500,000 Moet & Chandon … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago All Aged Stakes Day betting tips & quaddie | Royal Randwick, 16/4 Two Group 1 races headline a 10-race program on Saturday at Randwick Racecourse, with two-year-old filly Fireburn attempting to rewrite … Read More Australia horse racing news, New Zealand horse racing news 2 years ago Swansong for Tofane Tofane will be vying to finish her racing career on a high on Saturday when she lines-up in the Group … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 2 years ago Hokkaido impressive on debut The aptly named Hokkaido credited Satono Aladdin with his second Southern Hemisphere winner from limited representatives when he made an … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 2 years ago Barnmates in right form for black-type targets A pair of talented stablemates are rated genuine prospects to add to their stakes records when they tackle feature events … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 2 years ago Marroni in fine order for Group test at Randwick Another bold showing is expected from an improved Marroni on Saturday when he steps out at Randwick in his second … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 2 years ago Change of plans for Zola Express Trainer Janelle Millar was aiming Zola Express towards the Group 2 Travis Stakes (2000m) at Te Rapa later this month, … Read More Australia horse racing news 3 years ago Bentley ready to test his mettle in Hong Kong Harry Bentley is eager to test his mettle in Hong Kong when he kicks off his short-term contract this Saturday … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 3 years ago Venue change ideal for Coventina Bay The abandonment of Te Aroha’s Group One meeting last Saturday could be a blessing in disguise for Coventina Bay. The … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 3 years ago Explosive family gives Muollo another Group One win The success of New Zealand-bred horses in the Group 1 Australian Derby (2400m) continued last Saturday with Explosive Jack taking … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 3 years ago Bishara staying home to watch Verry Elleegant Nicholas Bishara would love nothing more than to be trackside at Randwick to watch his star mare Verry Elleegant contest … Read More Horse Racing Tips 3 years ago Toowoomba betting preview & top tips | Friday, April 16 Horsebetting.com.au brings you the betting preview for the twilight races held at Toowoomba on April 16. See all the top … Read More Horse Racing Tips 3 years ago Cranbourne betting tips, odds & quaddie | Friday, April 16 HorseBetting.com.au brings you the best odds, top value bets and free quaddie selections for the Cranbourne race meeting on Friday, … Read More Horse Racing Tips 3 years ago Orange racing tips, best odds & value bets | Friday, April 16 HorseBetting.com.au brings you the top odds, best bets and quaddie selections for the Orange Gold Cup meeting on Friday, April … Read More Hong Kong horse racing news 3 years ago Charity Fun overcomes trouble to earn a crack at Group company Charity Fun has earned a tilt at the Group 3 Queen Mother Memorial Cup Handicap (2400m) next month after overcoming … Read More Horse Racing News 3 years ago Punt Drunk: MRC confirms plans for $570m Caulfield upgrade Punt Drunk takes a glance at some of the top stories from the racing and gambling world, including the plans … Read More Australia horse racing news 3 years ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | April 15, 2021 Today’s racing around the country sees six horse racing meetings scheduled for this afternoon. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au … Read More Australia horse racing news 3 years ago ‘Little’ Libertini Steals The Show At Hawkesbury The full sibling to multiple Group 2 winner Libertini has made her presence felt with an eye-catching debut victory at … Read More Australia horse racing news 3 years ago In The Right Mood Pays Dividend At Bendigo I Am In The Mood has started her racing career in the right way, holding off the chasing pack to … Read More Australia horse racing news 3 years ago Ancestry set to rebound at Caulfield Speedster Ancestry will appreciate a return to Caulfield and a break between races as he bids to return to winning … Read More Australia horse racing news 3 years ago Kah key in getting La Mexicana back to best After an unsuccessful trip to Sydney, Jamie Kah reunites with La Mexicana as they attempt to build their successful association … Read More France horse racing news 4 years ago Hopes high for resumption of French racing French horse racing officials are in talks with the government to stage meetings meeting closed doors in the near future … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Listed race on radar for 2YO Panna Cotta Trainer Mark Newnham has pinpointed a Listed race as the likely next step for two-year-old Panna Cotta after the filly’s … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Eduardo set for return outing at Caulfield Trainer Sarah Zschoke is confident Eduardo, who returns in the Bel Esprit Stakes at Caulfield, has overcome his ailments that … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Holyfield set for Group 1 Champagne Stakes Holyfield is among a host of stakes-winning two-year-olds from the Ciaron Maher Racing stable and will try to become a … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago No luck for Cumani with Showdown barriers Matt Cumani will saddle two runners in the $855,000 The Showdown at Caulfield, Khoekhoe and Coup De Tonnerre who filled … Read More Australia horse racing 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ago Jumps jockey Small undergoes surgery Jockey Braidon Small has undergone surgery in a Melbourne hospital following a fall in a jumps race at Pakenham … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Our Libretto in Sydney to run at Randwick Talented Grahame Begg-trained mare Our Libretto has travelled to Sydney and will have her next start in the Group Three … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago QRIC admits steward partly at fault The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission has admitted a steward was partly at fault for the wrong horse running in a … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Greg Nichols new chair of Racing Australia Greg Nichols is the new chair of Racing Australia replacing Frances Nelson who has resigned to concentrate on issues of … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Ef Troop heads Gollan’s Dittman runners Trainer Tony Gollan is likely to save unbeaten colt Zoustyle for the Gold Coast Guineas with Ef Troop heading his … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 5 years ago Kiwis take home Sydney Championships spoils It may have been a day of celebrating the career of world champion Winx at Randwick on Saturday, but there … Read More Ireland horse racing news 5 years ago Tramore’s Monday meeting must pass precautionary check Monday’s meeting at Tramore is subject to a precautionary inspection due to the threat of heavy rainfall. The track saw … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 5 years ago Hong Kong still target for He’s Eminent He’s Eminent is pressing on to Hong Kong despite a shock lack-lustre performance against the world champion Winx at Randwick … Read More Hong Kong horse racing news 5 years ago Impressive Aethero draws Able Friend comparison, Purton hits a century Aethero lived up to the bubbling hype with an easy debut win at Sha Tin today (Sunday, 14 April) that … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Fellowes buys historic Bedford House Trainer Charlie Fellowes has announced he has bought Bedford House Stables at Newmarket from the now-retired Luca Cumani … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago El Dorado Dreaming to tackle Champagne El Dorado Dreaming is beind aimed at another lucrative prize in the Champagne Stakes after her giant-killing win in the … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Caulfield double timely ahead of winter Tahlia Hope’s three-kilo claim has been put to good use at Caulfield with the young rider producing a double from … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago All Aged before Everest for Trapeze Artist Trapeze Artist will line up in the Group One All Aged Stakes before being spelled with a view to The … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Most Important trials well ahead of return Leading Queensland sprinter Most Important has trialled brilliantly as he prepares to take on Group One Class this winter … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Double gets Bayliss in form for Brisbane Regan Bayliss is heading to Brisbane to start the winter carnival with a couple of rides for Anthony Freedman following … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Super Cash on target for Adelaide G1 race Andrew Noblet is thrilled with the way multiple Group Two-winning mare Super Cash in progressing as she prepares for a … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Davy Russell wins first Grand National Davy Russell has continued a glorious autumn to his career by steering Tiger Roll to a thrilling victory in the … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Rest has helped Doomben recover Racing Queensland officials believe a three-week rest from racing should help Doomben perform to its best during the winter carnival … Read More Hong Kong horse racing news 6 years ago Doleuze keeps rhythm as Prawn Baba takes the Sha Tin feature It’s all about rhythm with Prawn Baba (123lb). This afternoon (Sunday, 15 April), the gelding’s honest drum-beat gallop saw him … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Tiger Roll wins Grand National at Aintree Tiger Roll and Davy Russell held on to claim a dramatic victory in the Grand National at England’s Aintree course … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Smart win needed to keep It’s Academic’s Guineas dream alive CANBERRA trainer Todd Smart is considering embarking on a Hawkesbury Guineas campaign with maiden galloper It’s Academic which will be … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Kellyville Flyer wins HK Jockey Club Plate Jason Attard is setting Kellyville Flyer for the Hawkesbury Gold Cup after the mare claimed the Hong Kong Jockey Club … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Beau Mertens gets two winners, cops ban Beau Mertens has notched his 50th metropolitan winner for the season in Victoria with a double at Caulfield but he … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Greg Miles farewells the broadcaster’s box Greg Miles has called his final race meeting in a long career behind the binoculars … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Bowman outed but right for Hong Kong ride A suspension has forced Hugh Bowman to juggle his commitments and he will miss the re-run of the Sydney Cup … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Sadlers combine for family Easter Cup win Trainer John Sadler and his jockey son Tom have combined for a feature race win with Observational in the Group … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago James Doyle leaves Sydney on a high Godolphin jockey James Doyle will return to England with a Group Three win to his name on his final day … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Rampant Raiment returns to form at Randwick in JHB Stakes RAIMENT has bounced back from its disappointing last start failure to return to its winning ways in the JHB Stakes … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Tivaci defies pattern in All Aged success Melbourne galloper Tivaci has come from the back of the field to win the All Aged Stakes at Randwick … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Hooked takes out Group 3 Victoria Handicap Six-year-old Hooked has scored a hard-fought win in the Group Three Victoria Handicap, edging past Charmed Harmony at Caulfield … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Tivaci tears home to take out the Group 1 All Aged Stakes TIVACI has rounded out a spectacular Sydney autumn carnival by taking out the All Aged Stakes at Randwick. Settling at … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Oliver’s Mauritius contract falls through Champion jockey Damien Oliver will remain in Australia for the time being after his Mauritius contract fell through … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Siegfried the real deal in Doomben victory Siegfried has confirmed he is among the most improved horses in Queensland with his win at Doomben … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago The Mission bubbles over in G1 Champagne The Mission has upset odds-on favourite Invader to win the Champagne Stakes for trainer Paul Perry … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Horse euthanised at jumps race in SA A horse has suffered a horrific leg injury and been euthanised in front of a crowd of hundreds of spectators … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Edward Cummings ticks goal off wish list Top Of My List has provided a moment to savour for new trainer Edward Cummings as his partnership with father … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Boom Time could be Sydney-bound for Cup The resheduled Sydney Cup is among the options for Boom Time after a strong staying performance to win at Caulfield … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Daring ride pays off for The Mission in Group 1 Champagne Stakes A daring ride from Damian Lane set up The Mission to score an all-the-way win in the Group 1 Champagne … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago The Mission claims the Champagne Stakes The Mission has defeated odds-on favourite Invader in winning the Group One Champagne Stakes … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Top Of My List topples rivals at Randwick in JRA Plate THE excellent recent form of Anthony and Edward Cummings-trained Top Of My List has continued on Saturday after the mare … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Tumbler confirms potential in Doomben win Tumbler has confirmed her rating as a future star with a strong-finishing win at Doomben … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Redzel makes own way in front in Hall Mark Redzel has dictated terms to earn a well-deserved Group Three win in the Hall Mark Stakes at Randwick … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Mongolian Wolf scores on Australian debut Former New Zealand three-year-old Mongolian Wolf has made a winning Australian debut, taking out the Frank Packer Plate … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Miss Vista wins first-up at Caulfield The George Osborne-trained Miss Vista has returned with a win at Caulfield and could be bound for interstate races … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Gear change puts Mercurial Lad into groove Gear changes have been credited for straightening erratic gelding Mercurial Lad in the TAB Highway Handicap at Randwick … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago NZ gelding Mongolian Wolf kicks off Australian campaign in style DARREN Weir-trained Monogolian Wolf has produced a powerful debut Australian performance in the Frank Packer Plate at Randwick on Saturday … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Redzel leads all the way in Hall Mark Stakes at Randwick THERE was a stack of early betting support for Redzel in the Group 3 Frank Packer Plate at Randwick and … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Marseille En Fleur win a boost for trainer Stuart Kendrick has put some back luck behind him as Marseille En Fleur stormed home to win at Doomben … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Untamed Diamond sparkles for Collett team Jason Collett has ridden Untamed Diamond to a Sydney win at Randwick for his New Zealand-based trainer-father Richard … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Bold Kingston support justified at Doomben The decision not to run Bold Kingston in the Magic Millions Classic has paid dividends when he landed some big … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Al Passem remains unbeaten at Caulfield The Ken Keys-trained two-year-old Al Passem has made it two wins from as many starts with a narrow victory at … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Ma Jones wins on protest at Caulfield Ma Jones has been declared the winner of the opening race at Caulfield after a protest from her rider Ben … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Al Passem remains unbeaten with Bill Collins Handicap win THE lack of betting support for debut winner Al Passem was enough to put most punters off, but the quality … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Dale has a chance at another Highway Hcp Three-year-old filly Circle Game will try to become the fifth winner of a Highway Handicap in Sydney for trainer Matthew … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Winx officially rated world’s best horse Chris Waller says he is part of a proud team which prepares Winx, rated the best in the world by … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Winx officially rated world’s best horse Chris Waller says he is part of a proud team which prepares Winx, rated the best in the world by … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago More Victorian night meetings in 2016-2017 Victorian will boost its number of race meetings held at night in the new racing season … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Rebel Dane to carry Collett Group 1 hopes It has come down to Rebel Dane as Jason Collett’s chance for a maiden Group One win in the All … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Faraway Town searching for perfect G1 mile Faraway Town’s chances of enhancing her Group One record have been improved by the scratching of odds-on Champagne Stakes favourite … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Sweynesse to stand at New Zealand stud Godolphin Group One performer Sweynesse will stand at New Zealand’s Novara Park Stud in the next breeding season … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Caulfield debut for 2yo Love In Vain Sam Pritchard-Gordon believes two-year-old Love In Vain will be better next season but will give the filly her chance in … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Caulfield option ideal for The Quarterback Trainer Robbie Griffiths sees the VOBIS Gold Sprint as a perfect lead-in to the Goodwood in Adelaide before a trip … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Jumbo Prince after another home town win Local trainer Michael Nolan has confidence in Jumbo Prince’s first-up record heading into the Listed Weetwood Handicap at Toowoomba … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Lab accreditation at issue in cobalt cases Like Mark Kavanagh and Danny O’Brien, trainers Lee and Shannon Hope will argue the labs that conducted their cobalt tests … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Laing switches on to Champagne mode Robbie Laing has changed plans with Jaws Of Steel to give the two-year-old his chance at the Group One Champagne … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Bengal Cat chasing bigger Caulfield prize Bengal Cat will be trying for successive wins when the John Sadler-trained three-year-old filly lines up in the VOBIS Gold … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Fast Cash dodges big-money Caulfield race Wendy Kelly rates the Anniversary Vase as a better option for Fast Cash than taking on The Quarterback at level … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago New whip rules for Vic jumps racing Racing Victoria has introduced a local rule allowing jumps jockeys to use the whip 10 times before the 100m-mark … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Craiglea Wandoo set to back up in Guineas Well-travelled Craiglea Wandoo will add Toowoomba to his list of recent destinations when the three-year-old contests the Guineas … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Lab accreditation issue in cobalt appeals A Victorian tribunal has heard the accreditation of official laboratories to test for cobalt will be an issue on appeal … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Favourite out of the Champagne Stakes Champagne Stakes favourite Yankee Rose is out of the Group One race … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Hopes to say lab not accredited for cobalt A Hong Kong laboratory was not accredited to test for cobalt at the time horses trained by Lee and Shannon … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Kathy O’Hara out for up to three months Injured jockey Kathy O’Hara has undergone surgery on her sternoclavicular joint and will be out of action for up to … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Red Bomber aims for another VOBIS Gold win Red Bomber won the 2015 VOBIS Gold Sprint as an outsider and will attempt to add the 2016 VOBIS Gold … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Australian mare Winx the world’s best Champion Australian mare Winx and American horse California Chrome are tied at the top of the rankings for the World … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Yankee Rose to face veterinary examination Racing NSW vets will examine Champagne Stakes favourite Yankee Rose to decide if the filly can run in the $600,000 … Read More View the full 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With only three weeks remaining until the 150th running of the GI Kentucky Derby, Catching Freedom (Constitution), Endlessly (Oscar Performance), Mystik Dan (Goldencents) and Common Defense (Karakontie {Jpn}) continued their training towards the Run for the Roses with published workouts Saturday morning at Churchill Downs. Soon after the track opened at 5:30 a.m., GII TwinSpires.com Louisiana Derby winner Catching Freedom was the first Derby contender to work when he went a solo half-mile in :48 (14/123). “He's had very steady training the last five, six weeks,” trainer Brad Cox said. “We've worked him solo the last couple times and he's done very well. I'd say the track this morning was a bit heavy but he still got over it fine. His last two works have been fairly easy and we'll see how things shake out over the next two weeks with what we'll do before the Derby.” A few minutes later, GIII Southwest S. winner and GI Arkansas Derby third Mystik Dan cruised a half-mile in :48 (14/123) with jockey Brian Hernandez, Jr. in the saddle. “He ran a credible third last time in the Arkansas Derby,” trainer Ken McPeek said. “I think he got a lot out of that race and has shown he handled it well in his training after.” Following the 7:30 a.m. track renovation break, GIII Jeff Ruby Steaks winner Endlessly breezed a half-mile in :49 (54/123) inside of his Michael McCarthy-trained stablemate Yellow Card (Lost Treasure {Ire}). Endlessly could compete in either the Kentucky Derby or the grassy GII American Turf S. Common Defense, runner-up in the GII Rebel S., worked an easy half-mile for McPeek in :49.40 (65/123). Common Defense currently needs two defections to make the field of 20. The post Kentucky Derby Contenders Catching Freedom, Endlessly, Mystik Dan, Common Defense Work at Churchill Downs appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Spendthrift Farm homebred and 'TDN Rising Star' Tamara (Bolt d'Oro), sidelined with a fractured splint bone in her left hind leg after fading to seventh as the 4-5 favorite in the GI Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies, has begun to gear up for her sophomore campaign. The talented daughter of Hall of Famer Beholder (Henny Hughes) has posted a pair of two-furlong breezes for trainer Richard Mandella over Santa Anita's all-weather surface this month, most recently stopping the timer in :23.80 (1/1) Apr. 10. How are the initial reports so far? “Really good,” Spendthrift Farm's General Manager Ned Toffey replied. “You know Richard. We certainly weren't gonna put any pressure and Richard is a guy who's gonna give them all the time they need. She's gotten a chance to heal up. She just needed time. There was a fracture of the splint bone on the hind leg. It wasn't anything too dramatic, but just needed plenty of time. She got that and hopefully is ready to move forward now.” He continued, “He's breezed her twice now and has been very happy with what he's seen so far. He simply said that, 'she's eager to do more,' which I think is a great sign. Obviously, it will be a bit before she's ready to run, but we know she's in good hands. It's enough to be excited about her 3-year-old year.” Tamara overcame a stumble at the start from her rail draw to launch her career in style with a 'Rising Star' performance at Del Mar Aug. 19. She ran to the billing as the 6-5 favorite with a 6 3/4-length tour de force over 11 rivals in the GI FanDuel Racing Del Mar Debutante S. Sept. 9, good for a 91 Beyer Speed Figure. She set the pace and tired to finish a disappointing seventh, beaten 8 1/4 lengths, behind champion Just F Y I (Justify) while making her two-turn debut in the Juvenile Fillies at Santa Anita Nov. 3. “We're still at a point where we're gonna just continue to let her dictate to us,” Toffey said. “She's certainly a filly who's shown enough that she can be anything. Obviously, we'd love to see her land in the Breeders' Cup at the end of the year, she's the kind of filly that could put you there. Richard will listen to her and let her tell us when she's ready to roll. Hopefully, she stays sound and we can have the kind of year that you would hope that a filly like that can give you.” Tamara is the fourth foal from the aforementioned four-time champion and three-time Breeders' Cup winner Beholder. Beholder's colt by Curlin, now two, brought a sale-topping $4 million from Zedan Racing at Fasig-Tipton's Saratoga Sale last summer. Beholder has also produced 2023 GIII Senorita S. heroine Teena Ella (War Front). She had a filly by Jackie's Warrior Feb. 13, and, according to Toffey, is currently in foal to Gun Runner for the 2025 season. She's here, and she's perfect Beholder foaled a gorgeous Jackie's Warrior filly in the early morning hours on February 13th, which also happens to be her sire's birthday. pic.twitter.com/fKF3FhLHxV — Spendthrift Farm (@spendthriftfarm) February 14, 2024 The post Tamara Back on Worktab, ‘Eager to do More’ for Mandella appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

France's key mile Classic trials take place on Sunday, with ParisLongchamp hosting the G3 Prix de la Grotte and G3 Prix de Fontainebleau over the same course and distance of next month's G1 Poule d'Essai des Pouliches and Poulains. The Grotte sees some major names among the generation's fillies making their seasonal return, led by China Horse Club International's G1 Prix Marcel Boussac runner-up Rose Bloom (Ire) (Lope De Vega {Ire}) and Alain Jathiere's G3 Prix des Reservoirs winner Tulipa Chope (Fr) (Born To Sea {Ire}). The Aga Khan's four-length Chantilly conditions winner Candala (Fr) (Frankel {GB}) adds spice from Francis-Henri Graffard's Aiglemont base. With ample stamina in her pedigree, the latter will have to prove sharp enough to deal with speed-tested peers here but it is intriguing that Graffard opts for a mile to restart her. In the Fontainebleau, the Poulains contenders include Philippe Allaire and Haras d'Etreham's G3 Prix la Rochette-winning TDN Rising Star Beauvatier (Fr) (Lope De Vega {Ire}) who lost his unbeaten record but effectively nothing in defeat when third from a compromising draw in the G1 Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere. He faces a fellow 3-year-old bigwig in Nurlan Bizakov's Ramadan (Fr) (Le Havre {Ire}), who was fourth in the G1 Criterium de Saint-Cloud, had beaten the subsequent TDN Rising Star Narkez (Fr) (Siyouni {Fr}) at Chantilly and returned this term with a five-length success in the Listed Prix Omnium II at Saint-Cloud last month. There is also Peter R Bradley III's unbeaten Metropolitan (Fr) (Zarak {Fr}), who beat the TDN Rising Star Elbaz (Fr) (Siyouni {Fr}) over this trip at Chantilly when last seen in September and until he suffers defeat the Mario Baratti trainee's limit is unknown. The post Classic Hopes On The Line In ParisLongchamp Trials 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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I Am Maximus (Fr) (Authorized {Ire}) produced one of the most impressive Grand National-winning performances in some time to propel Willie Mullins to the head of the British Trainers' Championship. Owned by JP McManus and ridden by Paul Townend, last year's Irish Grand National hero represented winner number two in the Aintree showpiece for Mullins, who sent out Hedgehunter (Ire) (Montelimar) to success in 2005. Returned the 7-1 co-favourite, I Am Maximus stormed clear of Delta Work (Fr) (Network {Ger}) in second with former Gold Cup winner Minella Indo (Ire) (Beat Hollow {GB}) back in third. Betfair reacted to the victory by making Ireland's dominant jumps trainer an 8-15 favourite to clinch a breakthrough British Championship ahead of Paul Nicholls and Dan Skelton at 2-1 and 5-1, respectively. Mullins said, “I thought Paul was super on him as I'm not sure the horse was giving him a lot of help on the way round and I could see him just minding him the whole way round. “We saw that last year in the Irish National and he has supreme confidence in the horse and he always has that bit in the tank. When he was cut off going to the second last or the last, you saw him coming out around and just biding his time waiting for his challenge to deliver. “I could see Paul's body language and he was happy, so I was happy then. I don't think I said anything until he got over the last and then I let go (and gave him a cheer). “I'm buzzing here now at the moment and it's huge. As far as I know our team is back in full order with no injuries or anything and I'm happy that we have a full complement of horses and riders coming back in.” Mullins was winning the race for a second time but it was a first Aintree National victory for Townend. The rider said, “I ended up being first down to the first to give him a look and as he got to the Melling Road he started backing off so it wasn't a great start, but the volume of horses pushed him down over the first three and he got a bit careful on the second circuit but I was trying to conserve as much as I could as well. “He didn't get the clearest run from the second last to the last, but it kind of helped me and I had a feeling when I got him out he was going to start motoring in the clear air and he did.” Townend added, “The ones in front of me, I'm sure they weren't looking for me but I had them well in my sights. I was hoping he would respond like I thought he would. “Gold Cups are Gold Cups and Grade 1s are hard to win. But Grand Nationals are just a bit different. You just need so much luck and I can't believe it, I'm a lucky boy.” The post Mullins Favourite For British Title After National Triumph With I Am Maximus 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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