Almond Eye the one to beat in Japan Cup
Already in the discussion for the 2019 Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (G1), Japanese Fillies’ Triple Crown sweeper Almond Eye aims to boost her candidacy in Sunday’s Japan Cup (G1) at Tokyo. The about 1 […]
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Almond Eye sensational again in Shuka Sho for Japanese Fillies’ Triple Crown sweep
Silk Racing Co.’s Almond Eye produced her trademark late flourish to capture Sunday’s $1,964,000 Shuka Sho (G1) at Kyoto, and in the process, complete a sweep of Japan’s Fillies’ Triple Crown. The 3-10 favorite had […]
Cheval Grand turns tables on Kitasan Black in Japan Cup
Kazuhiro Sasaki’s Cheval Grand was third to Kitasan Black in last year’s Japan Cup (G1), but gained revenge by dethroning the champion in Sunday’s $5.6 million renewal at Tokyo. Better drawn on the rail this […]
Kitasan Black bids to defend Japan Cup title from sophomore star Rey de Oro
The Japan Cup (G1) has had only one repeat winner, Gentildonna (2012-13), but defending champion Kitasan Black is favored to join her in the record book in Sunday’s renewal at Tokyo. The reigning Horse of […]