Wandering Eyes

Trainer Gordon Elliott wins all five jump races at Far Hills Oct. 18, all with Jack Kennedy aboard, including the American Grand National Hurdle Stakes (NSA-1) with late-running Zanahiyr.View the full article

By Adam Hamilton Leap To Fame’s long-waited New Zealand Cup raid is in limbo after another defeat in last night’s $250,000 Group 1 Victoria Cup at Melton. Trainer-driver Grant Dixon said the next few days would decide plans. “That’s two runs down here he hasn’t quite been at his best,” he said. “He seems ok, but his heart rate is higher than normal. “We’ll see how he is and make a decision on NZ early in the week.” Leap To Fame was far from disgraced, but laboured into a well-held third placing after doing all the chasing and work outside the leader. “He just didn’t travel well as he usually would,” Dixon said. It was the first time in almost two years Leap To Fame has been beaten twice in a row. It’s also his third attempt at winning the Victoria Cup without success. He ran third in the 2023 Cup, was scratched just days before last year’s race as a hot favourite. Adding further to the intrigue, there are mixed reports about Swayzee’s hopes of returning to chase a third successive NZ Cup win. Owner Mick Boots revealed a bowel infection had limited his preparation. But trainer Jason Grimson said he was confident the champion stayer was back on target. Grimson also said he planned to take last night’s Victoria Cup runner-up Hi Manameisjeff to Christchurch for the Group 1 NZ free-for-all on Show Day. The injury plagued Hi Manameisjeff ran blistering times in front and beat all but eventual winner Kingman. But the night belonged to the Kingman despite a scary moment in the middle stages. “He jumped a shadow I think. It was heart in your mouth stuff, but thankfully he got straight back down and landed one-one,” trainer-driver Luke McCarthy said. Kingman sprinted quickly from the one-one to zoom past Leap To Fame, who sat outside the leader, then rundown a gallant Hi Manameisjeff. “Like when we got King Of Swing from Gary Hall Sr, to get this horse from top trainers (Emma Stewart and Clayton Tonkin) and win a race like this is such a thrill,” McCarthy said. Kingman will travel, but it will be to Queensland for the Blacks A Fake in early December. “He’ll go there and then come back here (Victoria) to chase the bonus through all those Cups, finishing with the Hunter Cup, early next year,” McCarthy said. “People asked me about the NZ Cup. It’s a bit too soon this year, but he’s big and strong and I’d love to take him next year. “He’s always had a lot of talent, this horse, I drove him at three, and it’s all coming together for him now.” The next week will decide whether freakish young Aussie trotting mare Keayang Zahara returns to NZ next month. Despite her two sparkling wins this campaign, co-trainer Paddy Lee said it was still more likely her much-improved stablemate Jilliby Ballerini will cross the ditch. “I’m not saying it’s a no for ‘Zahara’, but we will only take one and ‘Ballerini’ is the favourite at this stage,” he said. “Ballerini has had a bigger and better build-up and a standing-start (race) this campaign. “It’s only Zahara’s two wins back and how she’s done it that’s made us do some more thinking.” Arcee Phoenix ran a big race for fifth after coming deep from the rear in the Bill Collins. He looks back on target for Cup Week. Tracy The Jet made a statement when she beat arch-rival Gatesys Gem for the first time in last night’s Group 1 Victoria Trotters Oaks. It was the first time in four clashes Jess Tubbs’ filly had beaten Gatesys Gem. The pair are headed for the $500,000 The Ascent at Addington on November 14 and then the NZ Trotting Oaks. This time Tracy The Jet buzzed out to lead from gate three, while Gatesys Gem sat behind her. Tracy The Jet cruised to a 5.4m win in a 55.8sec last half to make it six wins in a row this campaign. The Gatesys Gem team believe they can close the gap as she gets fitter. “We’ve had some setbacks and she’s still building,” trainer Glenn Hunter said. “We always knew she’d be underdone for this race, but hopefully peaking by NZ.” View the full article

Parx Racing-based trainer Butch Reid resides in Pennsylvania, but Kentucky is his apparent home away from home.View the full article

Brendan Walsh, who had eight victories through Oct. 17 to lead the trainer standings for the Keeneland fall meet, entered three in the $350,000 Rood & Riddle Dowager (G3) for fillies and mares going 1 1/2 miles on the grass.View the full article

Observations on the European Racing Scene turns the spotlight on the best European races of the day, highlighting well-bred horses early in their careers, horses of note returning to action and young runners that achieved notable results in the sales ring. Sunday's Observations features a newcomer from the red-hot Francis-Henri Graffard stable. 1.23 ParisLongchamp, Debutantes, 2yo, c/g, 9fT EBIYAR (Siyouni) is a notable newcomer for the Aga Khan Studs as a son of the promoted 2013 Prix de Royallieu winner Ebiyza (Rock Of Gibraltar), who has produced the Jockey Club Oaks Invitational winner Edisa (Kitten's Joy) and the multiple Group winner and multiple Group 1-placed Ebaiyra (Distorted Humor). Francis Graffard introduces the homebred in a cast that includes the Wertheimers' Aeronef (Sea The Stars), an Andre Fabre-trained half-brother to Soldier Rising (Frankel). The post Siyouni Blueblood Ebiyar Takes the Eye at ParisLongchamp appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Sunday, Kyoto, Japan, post time: 15:40, SHUKA SHO-G1, ¥215,400,000, 3yo, f, 2000mT Field: Danon Fair Lady (Jpn) (Kizuna {Jpn}), Rouge Solitaire (Jpn) (Lord Kanaloa {Jpn}), Jocelyn (Jpn) (Epiphaneia {Jpn}), Lesedrama (Jpn) (Kizuna {Jpn}), Brown Ratchet (Jpn) (Kizuna {Jpn}), Kelly Fled Ask (Jpn) (Duramente {Jpn}), Kurino Mei (Jpn) (Orfevre {Jpn}), Theresa (Jpn) (Admire Mars {Jpn}), Ma Puce (Jpn) (Mind Your Biscuits), Erika Express (Jpn) (Epiphaneia {Jpn}), Embroidery (Jpn) (Admire Mars {Jpn}), Voulezvous (Jpn) (Satono Crown {Jpn}), Sena style (Jpn) (Sottsass {Fr}), Vip Daisy (Jpn) (Satono Diamond {Jpn}), In Vogue (Jpn) (Lord Kanaloa {Jpn}), Run For Vow (Jpn) (Lord Kanaloa {Jpn}), Kamunyak (Jpn) (Lord Kanaloa {Jpn}), Paradis Reine (Jpn) (Kizuna {Jpn}). Sunday, ParisLongchamp, France, post time: 14:33, PRIX DU CONSEIL DE PARIS-G2, €119,000, 3yo/up, 11fT Field: Casapueblo (Ire) (Le Havre {Ire}), Dubai Honour (Ire) (Pride Of Dubai {Aus}), Junko (GB) (Intello {Ger}), Path Of Soldier {Ger}) Soldier Hollow {GB}), Convergent (Ire) (Fascinating Rock {Ire}), Yellow Jersey (Fr) (Dubawi {Ire}), Bay City Roller (Ire) (New Bay {GB}). TDN Analysis: Newtown Anner's G1 Deutsches Derby runner-up Convergent made a black-type breakthrough in last month's G3 Kilternan and is primed for another step up the ladder here. Last term's G2 Champagne victor Bay City Roller has run second in three Group 2 contests this year, while Qatar Racing's Listed Prix Frederic de Lagrange victor Yellow Jersey has not been seen since registering a three-length tally in August's Arqana Series des Trois Ans at Deauville. Deutsches Derby fourth Path Of Soldier completes the sophomore band. The older brigade provides a formidable barrier with multiple Group 1 winners Dubai Honour and Junko joined by Godolphin's G2 Grand Prix de Deauville runner-up Casapueblo. [Sean Cronin]. Sunday, Baden-Baden, Germany, post time: 12:45, CARLA KELLNER ZUKUNFTSRENNEN – PREIS DER WINTERKONIGIN-G3, €155,000, 2yo, f, 8fT Field: Alsterperle (Ger) (Reliable Man {GB}), Deia's Delight (Ire) (Wootton Bassett {GB}), Fantastic Fox (Ger) (Japan {GB}), Isfana (Ger) (Isfahan {Ger}), Love My Life (Fr) (Galiway {GB}), Madame Magic (Fr) (Saxon Warrior {Jpn}), Sea The Storm (Fr) (Sea The Stars {Ire}), Valzeina (Swi) (Persian King {Ire}). TDN Analysis: Alsterperle was denied in the dying strides of last month's Listed Winterkonigin Trial at Cologne and bids to shed maiden status at the fifth attempt. She has the measure of Madame Magic, who ran fourth in that 7 1/2-furlong contest, and her chief threat is the David Menuisier-trained Sea The Storm, who delivered an impressive win in a one-mile Sandown maiden five weeks ago. Deia's Delight, like Alsterperle, finished a neck second to Believe In Me in her latest start and is another maiden seeking glory. Henk Grewe entry Valzeina, one of just two with winning form, returns off a half-length tally, finishing ahead of Isfana and Fantastic Fox, over seven furlongs at Dortmund last month, while the once-raced maiden Love My Life is no forlorn hope and completes the line-up. [Sean Cronin]. Sunday, Baden-Baden, Germany, post time: 14:05, B.A.U. HERBST TROPHY-G3, €55,000, 3yo/up, 12fT Field: Lordano (Ger) (Adlerflug {Ger}), Padre Palou (Ger) (Mastercraftsman {Ire}), Rashford (Fr) (Zarak {Fr}), Nastaria (GB) (Outstrip {GB}), Lion's Head (Ger) (Protectionist {Ger}), Tanami Starlet (GB) (Best Solution {Ire}), Delgardo (Ger) (Best Solution {Ire}), Name Lord (Ger) (Lord Of England {Ger}). TDN Analysis: Listed Dusseldorf Derby Trial victor Delgardo is presented with the chance of a first pattern-race win coming back off a second in this month's G3 Preis der Deutschen Einheit. He concedes two pounds for a one-length defeat of Name Lord in that Derby Trial, but the latter reversed form when seventh in July's G1 Deutsches Derby and makes his first appearance since. The older brigade is headed by last year's second and third, Tanami Starlet and Lion's Head, while the usual suspects Lordano, Padre Palou, Rashford and Nastaria merit respect. [Sean Cronin]. Sunday, ParisLongchamp, France, post time: 16:25, PRIX DE SAINT-CYR-Listed, €50,300, 3yo, f, 7fT Field: Medusa Merger (Fr) (Kendargent {Fr}), Ashikidah (Fr) (Belardo {Ire}), Narkala (Fr) (Siyouni {Fr}), Naina (GB) (Expert Eye {GB}), Miracle Beauty (Ire) (Sioux Nation), Morgan Bay (Ire) (Kodi Bear {Ire}), Blazing Spirit (Fr) (Ghaiyyath {Ire}), Alsaba (Ire) (Pinatubo {Ire}), Verse Of Love (GB) (Siyouni {Fr}), Santa Savana (GB) (Havana Grey {GB}), Scattering Light (Ire) (Blue Point {Ire}), Paris Babe (Fr) (Mehmas {Ire}), Celestial Orbit (GB) (No Nay Never), Sonadoor (Ire) (Shaman {Ire}), Beaujolais Nouveau (GB) (Twilight Son {GB}), Alreyyah (Ire) (Night Of Thunder {Ire}), Secret Wood (Fr) (Birchwood {Ire}), Dash Of Azure (GB) (Blue Point {Ire}). TDN Analysis: With a mammoth field thundering towards the first turn on this storied downhill chute, this will not be for the faint of heart. The dual-winning Narkala, Listed Prix Amandine victrix Medusa Merger and Listed Fillies Cup third Santa Savana head a solid home defence. Last term's Listed Star Stakes victrix Celestial Orbit and Listed October Stakes second Dash Of Azzure are best of the Brits and favourably housed towards the far-side rail, while Joseph O'Brien ships in Fairyhouse handicap winner Miracle Beauty. Having been on the outskirts of black-type success, Morgan Bay, Scattering Light, Secret Wood and Alsaba merit respect. Maranoa Charlie annexed this month's G1 Prix de la Foret over course and distance from stall 14 in a field of 16. [Sean Cronin]. Monday, Deauville, France, post time: 15:40, DARLEY PRIX DES RESERVOIRS-G3, €73,200, 2yo, f, 8fT Field: Kiss Melody (Ire) (Almanzor {Fr}), Miuccia (Ire) (Starspangledbanner {Aus}), Society Princesse (Fr) (Persian King {Ire}), Rhiyanna (Fr) (Elarqam {GB}), Shahbanu (Ire) (Mehmas {Ire}), Waiting For You (GB) (Bated Breath {GB}), Lyrics Of Life (GB) (Pinatubo {Ire}). TDN Analysis: This contest was won last term by subsequent G1 Prix de Diane heroine Gezora and the dual stakes-placed Waiting For You and undefeated dual winner Shahbanu the are leading lights in this year's renewal. Kiss Melody, Miuccua and Rhiyanna all boast winning form, while the Brian Meehan-trained three-race maiden Lyrics Of Life is a notable entry from Britain. Society Princesse has a length to find with Kiss Melody and completes the line-up. [Sean Cronin]. Monday, Deauville, France, post time: 14:30, CRITERIUM DE VITESSE-Listed, €54,900, 2yo, 5 1/2fT Field: Go Ken Go (Fr) (Goken {Fr}), Kimi Rey (GB) (Kingman {GB}), Solana Rose (Ire) (Mehmas {Ire}), Igetakickoutofyou (Ire) (Bungle Inthejungle {GB}), Hold My Hand (Fr) (Threat {Ire}), Pearl Fortune (Ire) (Blue Point {Ire}), Jeudixx (Fr) (Hello Youmzain {Fr}), Ceramic (Ire) (Lope De Vega {Ire}), Sonatine (Ire) (Mehmas {Ire}). TDN Analysis: Kimi Rey had Jeudixx and Go Ken Go in arrears when notching a three-length triumph in July's Listed Prix Yacowlef over the straight five here and holds the key in this first start since. Her main threats are G2 Prix du Calvados fourth and G3 Prix Eclipse runner-up Ceramic and Listed Prix des Reves d'Or second Hold My Hand. David O'Meara trainee Solana Rose, last seen running fifth in Ayr's G3 Firth of Clyde, holds solid claims, as does fellow British raider Pearl Fortune, who finished a close-up fourth in last month's Listed Harry Rosebery at the same venue. [Sean Cronin]. Monday, Deauville, France, post time: 16:50, PRIX VULCAIN-Listed, €50,300, 3yo, 12 1/2fT Field: Allure (Fr) (Persian King {Ire}), Aegean Prince (GB) (Dubawi {Ire}), Military Air (GB) (Frankel {GB}), Viking Invasion (Ire) (Mehmas {Ire}), Master Cath (Fr) (Mastercraftsman {Ire}), Waldnebel (Ger) (Reliable Man {GB}), Ankara (Fr) (Siyouni {Fr}), Karla Jet (GB) (Le Havre {Ire}), Walleah (Fr) (Doctor Dino {Fr}), Three Pearls (Fr) (Intello {Ger}). TDN Analysis: With black-type opportunities dwindling as the season drifts towards the winter recess, Godolphin's Aegean Prince heads to France coming back off an impressive eight-length tally at Ascot earlier in the month, his first appearance since winning on the Kempton Polytrack last December. Threats include Chevotel Racing's unbeaten winner-of-two Karla Jet and the consistent G1 Deutsches Derby eighth Waldnebel, who has registered two runner-up finishes in three Listed outings since that Hamburg Classic. Allure, Military Air and Three Pearls have all placed at stakes level and should not be discounted. [Sean Cronin]. Click here for the complete fields. The post Black-Type Analysis: Strong British Challenge in Sunday’s Prix du Conseil de Paris appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Longshot Kappa Kappa (Omaha Beach–Pharoah's Princess, by Pioneerof the Nile) fired then fired again to take the GII Lexus Raven Run Stakes at Keeneland on Saturday. Drawing in off the AE list, the 3-year-old filly was in the mix from the bell, but it was in the lane that she showed her ability. Battling Vodka With a Twist (Thousand Words), the pair slugged it out all the way to the wire with Kappa Kappa winning the bob. The final running time was 1:23.90. Lifetime Record: 4-3-1-0. Sales History: $65,000 '23 EASOCT. O-LC Racing LLC, Cash is King LLC and Wellesley Stable; B-Stone Jug Ranch LLC (PA); T-Butch Reid. KAPPA KAPPA ($56.06) dug deep and found enough to get by Vodka With A Twist in the $400,000 Raven Run Stakes (G2) at @keenelandracing. @ljlmvel got everything out of the Omaha Beach (@spendthriftfarm) filly for trainer Robert Reid, Jr. Lucky Last: https://t.co/v7SaAxACXp pic.twitter.com/ft5QTjyGZi — FanDuel Racing (@FanDuel_Racing) October 18, 2025 The post Omaha Beach’s Kappa Kappa Upsets GII Lexus Raven Run Stakes At Keeneland appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

On a British Champions day with two triple-digit upset winners in group 1 races, favored Kalpana earned a redeeming win in the British Champions Fillies & Mares Stakes (G1) after a frustrating season, winning the race for the second year in a row.View the full article

Zedan Racing Stables' Barnes made a triumphant return to the winner's circle Oct. 18, soaring to an 8 1/4-length win in the $350,000 Perryville Stakes (G3) at Keeneland.View the full article

The BBAG October Sale concluded in Germany on Saturday, with lot 294, a Japan colt already named Pace, topping the session when going the way of owner Ahmad Al Shaikh for €43,000. Consigned by Gestut Etzean, Pace is out of the Maxios mare Pray, who is the dam of two winners from as many runners to date. Pray, in turn, is out of the Listed winner and multiple Group-placed Paraisa (Red Ransom), a half-sister to the G1 Premio Roma scorer Potemkin (New Approach) and G2 Oettingen Rennen hero Penalty (Frankel). Pace was one of two purchases at the sale for Al Shaikh, who has enjoyed success as an owner in Britain with the likes of Dubai Mile, Hoo Ya Mal and Khalifa Sat. The pick of the other yearlings offered on Saturday was lot 180, an Isfahan colt already named Nearest Fan from the Gestut Wittekindshof draft. Bought by Laetitia Domenig for €40,000, he is out of a winning half-sister to the G3 Deutsches St Leger heroine Near England (Lord Of England). Of the 287 lots offered, 203 sold (71%) for an aggregate sum of €2,164,500 (-4%). The average was €10,663 (-2%) and the median was €10,716 (-2%). The post Japan Colt Tops Day Two of the BBAG October Sale at €43,000 appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Full Serrano (Arg) (Full Mast), working for an expected title defense in the GI Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile, GI Pennsylvania Derby winner Baeza (McKinzie), unbeaten 2-year-old 'TDN Rising Star, presented by Hagyard' Brant (Gun Runner) and potential Breeders' Cup favorites Seismic Beauty (Uncle Mo) and Ag Bullet (Twirling Candy) were among the Breeders' Cup hopefuls on the worktab Saturday at Santa Anita. Full Serrano worked for the second time since a runner-up effort in the GI Goodwood S. going 1 1/8 miles Sept. 27 at Santa Anita. He was timed for five furlongs in :59.40 (2/48). “He's right where we want him two weeks out,” trainer John Sadler said. “We were just looking to keep him crisp. He's already ready. Just trying to keep him nice and sharp.” The GI Breeders' Cup Classic-bound Baeza worked six furlongs in 1:14.20 (5/6) with jockey Hector Berrios aboard. Brant (Juvenile), winner of the GI Del Mar Futurity, worked six furlongs in 1:11.80 (2/6) for trainer Bob Baffert as did stablemates Litmus Test (Nyquist) (Juvenile) (1:12.40) and Imagination (Into Mischief) (Sprint) (1:11.60). Seismic Beauty (Distaff) (:59.60), a sharp winner of the GI Clement L. Hirsch S., and Splendora (Audible) (Filly & Mare Sprint) (:58.20) each worked five furlongs for Baffert. Ag Bullet (Turf Sprint) worked five furlongs on the synthetic training track in :59.60 for trainer Richard Baltas. Trainer Richard Mandella worked both 'Rising Star' Tamara (Bolt d'Oro) and Kopion (Omaha Beach). Tamara, targeting the Filly & Mare Sprint, worked five furlongs in 1:01 (19/48). Kopion, who is a candidate for either the seven-furlong Filly & Mare Sprint or six-furlong Sprint against males, worked six furlongs in 1:12 (3/6). The post Full Serrano, Baeza, Brant Among Breeders’ Cup Workers at Santa Anita appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

The Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (G1)-winning team of Mickael Barzalona, Francis Graffard, and Aga Khan Studs continued their awesome autumn when Calandagan landed the Champion Stakes (G1) Oct. 18 at Ascot Racecourse. View the full article

Zedan Racing's Barnes (c, 3, Into Mischief–All American Dream, by American Pharoah), a $3.2-million Fasig-Tipton Saratoga yearling, has always been heavy on promise, but perhaps lighter than hoped on actual visits to the winner's circle. That changed Saturday in Keeneland's GIII Perryville Stakes. The Bob Baffert trainee and 8-5 pick shadowed the :21.69 and :44.18 pace set by recent Churchill allowance winner Taylor's Version (Into Mischief), blew by mid-turn, and poured it on down the lane to win by open daylight. GI H. Allen Jerkens Memorial Stakes second Captain Cook (Practical Joke), a 'TDN Rising Star, presented by Hagyard' who finished 1 1/2 lengths in front of Barnes in that race, was second, while this spring's GIII Tampa Derby winner Owen Almighty (Speightstown) finished third. Last seen fourth in the GII Gallant Bob Stakes at Parx Sept. 20, Barnes won the GII San Vicente Stakes in January and was runner-up to Journalism (Curlin) in the GII San Felipe Stakes in March. He got the Perryville's seven furlongs in 1:23.45. Sales History: $3,200,000 Ylg '23 FTSAUG. O-Zedan Racing Stables; B-Jeff Drown and Don Rachel LLC (Ky.); T-Bob Baffert; J-Jose Ortiz. No one could match with BARNES ($5.22) in the $350,000 Perryville Stakes (G3) at @KeenelandRacing. @jose93_ortiz was up on the @BobBaffert trainee. The 3YO colt is by @spendthriftfarm's Into Mischief. The late Pick 4 is right now: https://t.co/0B8c3g81GL pic.twitter.com/JqahJnB7Pq — FanDuel Racing (@FanDuel_Racing) October 18, 2025 The post Barnes Blows Them Away in Perryville appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

After taking the GIII Winter Memories Stakes over the local course Sept. 20, Ready for Candy (Twirling Candy–Enoree, by More Than Ready) took to the turf once more and nabbed the GII Sands Point Stakes at Aqueduct on Saturday. Bet down to even-money here, the filly relaxed in the third position as the field was led into the first turn by Paradise City (McKinzie). Given her cue entering the lane, the 3-year-old tipped off the rail, flashed a strong turn of foot and got the money ahead of Fast Market (Volatile). The final running time was 1:49.44. Lifetime Record: 10-3-3-2. Sales History: $62,000 '23 FTKOCT, $60,000 '24 OBSAPR, $400,000 '25 FTKFEB. O-Lindy Farms; B-Mark Dodson (ON); T- Philip Antonacci. READY FOR CANDY gets her third victory in a row with a win in the Grade 2 Sands Point Stakes under @RSantana_Jr for trainer @PhilAntonacci. pic.twitter.com/FFds1AzxoM — NYRA () (@TheNYRA) October 18, 2025 The post Favorite Ready For Candy Dispenses With Sands Point Field At The Big A appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Two-time grade 3 winner and grade 1-placed New York-bred Mo Plex has been retired from racing following a training injury, trainer Jeremiah Englehart told BloodHorse Oct. 18. Connections are currently pursuing a stud deal.View the full article

Bentornato (Valiant Minister), runner-up in last year's GI Breeders' Cup Sprint, breezed five furlongs in company in a bullet 1:00 (1/24) Saturday morning at Keeneland in preparation for a return trip to Del Mar for this year's race on Nov. 1. He had jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. aboard for the work with Araucano (McKinzie), a 3-year-old maiden. Bentornato finished three lengths clear of his workmate at the wire and lengthened the advantage on the gallop out. “He will have his final work here next week,” trainer Jose D'Angelo said of Bentornato, who posted his third work since winning the Louisville Thoroughbred Society at Churchill Downs Sept. 13 that served as his 2025 debut. On Oct. 29, a 25% ownership interest in Bentornato will be offered at the Keeneland Championship Sale in the Del Mar Paddock. 'TDN Rising Star, presented by Hagyard' Percy's Bar (Upstart), who looms as one of the main contenders for the GI Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies at Del Mar Oct. 31, on Saturday worked a half-mile in company in :48.20 (16/119) with jockey Luan Machado aboard. She was disqualified from first and placed second for causing interference in the GI Darley Alcibiades S. at Keeneland Oct. 3. “I loved it for her first and only work for the Breeders' Cup,” trainer Ben Colebrook said. “She acted like she wanted to do something this morning. Luan never asked her. She cruised up to her workmate and got to do what we set out to do.” Other Breeders' Cup-bound workers at Keeneland include: Praying (Vekoma) (F/M Sprint) (3F, :38.40, 10/21) Vahva (Gun Runner) (F/M Sprint) (4f, :48.00, 9/119) Schwarzenegger (Not This Time) (Juvenile Turf Sprint) (4fT, :49.60, 1/7) Outfielder (Speightstown) (Juvenile Turf Sprint) (4fT, :50.20, 3/7) The post Bentornato Fires Bullet for Breeders’ Cup Sprint appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Oisin Murphy, Joe Leavy and Godolphin were crowned champions at Ascot as the British Flat season concluded with QIPCO British Champions Day. Murphy secured the champion jockey title for a fifth time, having previously taken the accolade in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2024. The Irishman ended the championship with 143 winners, with Billy Loughnane next best on 108. Highlights for Murphy included a Group 1 double at York's Ebor Festival courtesy of Asfoora in the Nunthorpe Stakes and Never So Brave in the City Of York Stakes. Murphy said, “You always dream about winning it once and it is great to pick it up again today. William Buick and I travel a lot together and he was revving me up in the springtime on the way to Dubai, Saudi and Qatar, saying, 'You have to try', and that probably got inside my head. “I had a good start in May, winning the Lockinge on Lead Artist, and that gave me momentum. It has been great to carry that through the season. In the last six weeks, I have had three- and four-timers, which has meant the last fortnight has been pretty relaxed as I had a decent lead over Billy Loughnane, who has been riding terrifically well. “The weighing room is very competitive. There are some very good riders in the British weighing room, Group 1-winning riders with loads of experience and plenty of young talent as well. This is a difficult competition to win and I am pleased to get it over the line.” Joe Leavy takes the champion apprentice title, having filled the runner-up position in 2024, when he lost out by two winners to Sean Dylan Bowen. Leavy racked up 41 victories during this season's championship, four more than his closest challenger, Jack Doughty. The 20-year-old said, “It was heartbreaking last year, especially given the season I had because it was a fantastic season. In August, I was 15 behind and then to go to Catterick on the final day with one between us and get beat was heartbreaking but a great experience at the same time. I don't think I would be in this position now without the experience of last year. “My dad always said the cream rises to the top and, if you keep working, you should get opportunities, but you have to take them when they come. I had a fall when I was 16, which left me in a coma. I had a fractured skull, a bleed on the brain and a broken collarbone. The head injury took a long time to heal and it definitely made you value things a lot more. I was young and it only made me hungrier to get back.” Godolphin continued its domination of the champion owner title, taking the accolade for a 17th time following a campaign that has yielded more than £6 million in prize-money. Hugh Anderson, managing director at Godolphin (UK and Dubai), said, “Everyone at Godolphin is extremely proud to receive the UK champion owner trophy again. It has been a remarkable season right from the start, with Ruling Court and Desert Flower completing a Guineas double as part of an unprecedented weekend that saw four Classic winners for Godolphin here and in the United States. “Royal Ascot proved another high point, and it was wonderful to see several of our top horses produce their best at the sport's jewel in the crown. Ombudsman was sensational in the Prince Of Wales's Stakes, while Trawlerman put up a remarkable display when breaking the track record in the Gold Cup. It was particularly pleasing to see one of our all-time greats, Rebel's Romance, win at the meeting. “We have enjoyed a huge amount of success throughout the season and all of our trainers have done an outstanding job in conditioning and preparing our runners. I hope we have much to look forward to next year, with Wise Approach and Distant Storm among a strong group of two-year-olds heading into the winter. “Thank you to every single Godolphin employee, all of whom have contributed to this achievement. Our greatest thanks must go to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed, who continues to inspire us all with his passion for the sport.” The post Title Number Five for Oisin Murphy as Champions Crowned at Ascot appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

High-class fillies Nyra, Egina and Daylight headline the catalogue for the 2025 edition of the Arqana Vente d'Elevage, which takes place from December 6-9. The first part of the catalogue features 248 mares, fillies and foals, with Nyra set to be one of the early highlights when she is offered as lot 187. Trained by Waldemar Hickst, the daughter of Isfahan gained her biggest success to date in July's G3 Hamburger Stutenpreis, before also finishing a close-up third in the G1 Preis der Diana. She is out of a half-sister to the multiple Group 1-winning sire Novellist (Monsun) and Irish Oaks heroine Magical Lagoon (Galileo). Last seen filling the runner-up spot in the G2 T von Zastrow Stutenpreis, Nyra was beaten just a neck on that occasion by the four-year-old Egina, who will be offered during the same session as lot 202. Previously this season, the daughter of Soldier Hollow had won a pair of Listed races and finished third in the G3 Grosser Preis von Lotto Hamburg. She hails from the family of the Classic winner Enora (Noverre). Meanwhile, Daylight will go through the ring as lot 206, having finished second on her most recent outing in the G3 Prix de Meautry. The daughter of Earthlight and Listed scorer Latita (Silver Frost) notably finished third in the G1 Prix Morny and second in the G1 Cheveley Park Stakes as a two-year-old, as well as winning the G3 Prix de Cabourg. In total, 1002 lots have been catalogued, including 462 mares, 219 fillies in and out of training, 301 foals and five stallions. Previous graduates of the Vente d'Elevage include the dams of this year's Group 1 winners Big Mojo (Mohaather), Dynamic Pricing (Night Of Thunder), Gewan (Night Of Thunder), Leffard (Le Havre), Royal Patronage (Wootton Bassett), Via Sistina (Fastnet Rock), Woodshauna (Wooded) and Zavateri (Without Parole). Meanwhile, Excellent Truth was bought by Stamford Bloodstock and Meridian Bloodstock for €1,600,000 in 2024, before going on to win July's GI Diana Stakes for Resolute Racing in America. Other potential highlights this year include the Listed-placed Jokla (Zarak) (lot 188), who is from the family of the G1 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe heroine Solemia (Poliglote); G3 Prix Miesque runner-up Lhakpa (Siyouni) (lot 189), a half-sister to the G2 Challenge Stakes winner Beauvatier (Lope De Vega); the Listed-placed Imparable (lot 192), a daughter of Lope De Vega and the dual Group 2 scorer Impassable (Invincible Spirit); and the Listed winners Gala Real (Wootton Bassett) (lot 199) and Safia (Sottsass) (lot 212). The full catalogue is available to view here. The post Group Winners Nyra, Egina and Daylight to be Offered at Arqana Vente d’Elevage appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Speed star Ka Ying Rising (Shamexpress) broke ground as the first international horse to win the G1 The Everest Saturday at Royal Randwick, and the connections have already gone on record in saying that they'd like to bring him back for a defense of his crown next year. Now with 15 wins from 17 starts, and unbeaten in his last 14 jumps, Ka Ying Rising put doubts on his ability to rest when comfortably cruising home in the world's richest turf race despite not being at his personal best. Immediately after the race, Leung Shek Kong, representing the Ka Ying Syndicate, indicated he wanted their horse to return to Australia next season. “We want to come back next year,” Leung said. “We have all enjoyed our time in Sydney and we want to thank the ATC (Australian Turf Club) and TAB (Totalisator Agency Board). I want to thank David Hayes and his team and The Hong Kong Jockey Club.” As for trainer and rider, they have proclaimed the result as one of the highlights of their careers, as well as their charge's, who took everything in stride. “I would say probably the single biggest moment [of his career] just because of the stature the race has got now and everything that came with it,” said winning rider Zac Purton. “…He got a little edgy in the gates but to his credit, he still began well and we had a beautiful run in the race.” Despite the raucous antics of the roughly 50,000-strong crowd pre-race, Purton was thrilled everything went smoothly in the end. “The crowd did a good job of buzzing him up before the race. I didn't expect them to boo him and be as vocal as they were when he came out onto the track and it was all the way down until he got to the end of the crowd. He handled it really well and I was impressed with that and I just love him–he's such a nice horse to ride.” Ka Ying Rising is scheduled to fly out of Sydney early next week to return to his home base and begin preparations for the G1 Hong Kong Sprint. The race is part of the Longines Hong Kong International Races Dec. 14 at Sha Tin. The post Return Trip to Everest Already on the Books for Ka Ying Rising appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Hong Kong hero Ka Ying Rising earned confirmation of his global superstar status and a comparison to his trainer's former champion Better Loosen Up in storming to victory in the Oct. 18 The Everest (G1) at Randwick Racecourse.View the full article

GSP Howling Time (Not This Time–Werewolf, by Arch) will stand as a new sire for 2026 at the Midwest Vet Hospital in Trafalgar, Indiana, according to Tommy Wente on Saturday who purchased the 6-year-old for an undisclosed amount in a deal brokered by Lisa Groothedde. Wente said that a stud fee will be determined at a later date. Initially purchased during Keeneland September by Albaugh Family Stables for $200,000, as a juvenile Howling Time won at first asking under the Twin Spires then took home the Street Sense Stakes over the same course that fall. The following June the Dale Romans trainee finished as the runner-up to current sire Cyberknife (Gun Runner) in the GIII Matt Winn Stakes at Churchill Downs. Howling Time's dam is also responsible for current 4-year-old gelding Air Recruit (Air Force Blue)–a multiple stakes winner–and she handed the newly-minted Indiana stallion a full-sister named Bisclavret, who is a 2-year-old in-training with George Weaver. “I'm glad to bring a classy stallion like this to Indiana,” said Tommy Wente. “I know the breeders will love him when they see him. He has that X factor for me and he was just a no-brainer when I saw him.” To arrange a viewing, contact tommywente@yahoo.com or call (812) 202-0167. The post GSP Howling Time To Stand In Indiana For Next Season appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Superstar sprinter Ka Ying Rising (Shamexpress) wasn't the only one to break new ground at Royal Randwick Saturday as The Everest itself set a new record for World Pool turnover on a single race and eclipsed the previous all-time high by over HK$16-million, the organization announced via press release. The Everest attracted HK$83,024,693 (£8-million/AU$16.4-million) in wagering, shattering the prior mark of HK$66,197,958 set in 2023 for the G1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot. Ka Ying Rising became the first international winner of the G1 The Everest on a blockbuster day of racing in Australia. “The World Pool turnover record has been absolutely smashed by Ka Ying Rising's incredible performance in The Everest,” said Sam Nati, head of commingling at the Hong Kong Jockey Club. “When Wellington travelled to Royal Ascot in 2023, it resulted in a turnover record of over HK$66 million, while Romantic Warrior's presence in The Saudi Cup this year saw betting on that race shoot into the all-time top five, but today has blown those out of the water.” “Ka Ying Rising taking on the Australian sprinters, who are notorious for being some of the world's best, felt like a world title boxing fight and it's clearly captured the attention of racing fans around the globe. It's a special moment for Hong Kong and a landmark for World Pool.” More information and other key statistics about the World Pool races may be found here. The post Ka Ying Rising’s Everest Smashes Turnover Record in World Pool appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

The reigning GI Breeders' Cup Classic winner and 'TDN Rising Star, presented by Hagyard' Sierra Leone (Gun Runner) breezed a half-mile in :49.08 (10/44) on Saturday over the Oklahoma training track at Saratoga in preparation for his title defense in the $7-million centerpiece on Nov. 1 at Del Mar. Trained by Chad Brown, the dark bay worked to the inside of the maiden Duration (Mitole) after the first renovation break on the track rated fast. “He worked super,” said Brown. “He has been very consistent with the way he's been working. He's been galloping out a strong three-quarters every week and I love the way he is moving.” Sierra Leone put his neck in front of his workmate at the wire and galloped out several lengths in front down the backside. “He's been doing that every week actually: big, strong gallop-outs starting at the half-mile,” Brown said. “That is what I like for him and he is doing it as good as a horse could do it.” The Brown-trained 'Rising Star' Chancer McPatrick (McKinzie) also worked over the Oklahoma dirt training track, covering a solo half-mile in :49.34 (14/44) following the second renovation break as he prepares for the GI Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile at Del Mar. The post Sierra Leone Breezes for Breeders’ Cup Classic 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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9th-KEE, $110k, Msw, 2yo, 6f, 5:16 p.m. ET Lay Down the Law (Tiz the Law), a $775,000 purchase by the Searing family's C R K Stable after breezing in :10 1/5 at the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic 2-year-old sale, debuts for Peter Eurton. The bay, listed at 15-1 on the morning line, previously brought $95,000 as a KEESEP yearling and RNA'd for $60,000 as a FTKNOV weanling. Ilios (Justify), a $350,000 FTKOCT yearling turned $650,000 EASMAY (gallop) 2-year-old, debuts for JR Ranch, KAS Ultimate Racing and G and O Racing and trainer Gustavo Delgado. TJCIS PPs The post Sunday Insights: $775k Tiz the Law Fasig-Tipton Midlantic Breezer Debuts at Keeneland appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article