Horse Racing
Dublin racing festival rescheduled for Leopardstown on February 2
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The Dublin Racing Festival, originally set for the weekend, has been rearranged to Monday, February 2, 2026, at Leopardstown due to weather issues. Punters can look forward to high-class action, including the Irish Gold Cup featuring Cheltenham winners like Galopin Des Champs and Gaelic Warrior. Tipsters highlight value bets in several novice and handicap races amid heavy ground conditions.
Abu Dhabi Racecourse is ready to host the inaugural Abu Dhabi Golden Cup, a Listed Thoroughbred race with a one-million-dollar prize purse, next Saturday. The event draws top international horses and marks the emirate's entry into global Thoroughbred racing. A strategic partnership with ADNOC underscores the UAE's commitment to equestrian sports.
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Legendary jockey Frankie Dettori ended his 40-year career with a dramatic double win at Gavea racecourse in Rio de Janeiro. The 55-year-old Italian celebrated amid torrential rain and delays, soaking up champagne and lager from peers. Dettori's farewell tour concluded in style, marking the close of a storied journey in the sport.
Cruz Mendez, a five-time leading quarter-horse jockey at Los Alamitos Race Course, was left paralyzed in his legs after a fall during a race on Saturday night. The 40-year-old underwent surgery on Sunday, with friends hoping for improvement as swelling subsides. The incident has united the racing community in support for the popular rider.
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Horse Racing Ireland has reported positive developments in key areas of the Irish racing industry for 2025, including higher attendances and betting turnover. CEO Suzanne Eade described the sector as being in good health amid rising bloodstock sales and sponsorship. While some areas like earnings in Britain dipped slightly, overall performance showed gains across multiple metrics.
A promising colt named Canaletto made an impressive debut at Gulfstream Park, winning by eight lengths and sparking early Kentucky Derby buzz. Upcoming races like the Holy Bull and Southwest Stakes feature strong fields of contenders vying for qualifying points. These events highlight the intensifying path to Churchill Downs in May.
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Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher has outlined the next steps for six 3-year-old horses in his stable, beyond the undefeated champion Ted Noffey, as they gear up for the 2026 Kentucky Derby trail. Speaking from Palm Beach Downs in Delray Beach, Florida, Pletcher shared insights on their recent performances and upcoming races. These colts represent a mix of promising talents and those needing to prove themselves.
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