The International Scouting Report by Kellie Reilly for Breeders' Cup 2025

Under-the-radar internationals for 2025 Breeders’ Cup

The Breeders’ Cup showcases such a star-studded array of equine talent, from all around the world, that it’s easy for some interesting contenders to get overlooked. Read the full analysis article by Kellie Reilly for even more horses to consider.

Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) – #10 Balantina (30-1)

If you forgive Balantina’s subpar effort in mitigating circumstances last out, the Donnacha O’Brien filly fits very well in this spot. Her third in Royal Ascot’s Albany (G3) and near-miss in the Prix Six Perfections (G3) give her top-notch collateral form, and she relishes a quick surface. She reunites with Oisin Murphy, who was recently crowned as the champion jockey in Great Britain for the fifth time. 

Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf (G1) – #6 North Coast (30-1) 

The Joseph O’Brien-trained North Coast has the tactical speed and handiness to outperform his odds. By leading European freshman sire Starman, he wired the Tyros (G3) going left-handed at Leopardstown two back. His regular rider, Dylan Browne McMonagle, just clinched his first title as Ireland’s champion jockey.