Golden Milestone: Queen Elizabeth II Cup Marks 50 Years of Racing Royalty at Kyoto

The Japanese racing calendar roars back into Grade 1 action this Sunday (November 16) with the 50th running of the Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Kyoto Racecourse. After a one-week pause in top-level racing, the JRA’s premier season resumes with momentum that will now continue uninterrupted through the end of the year.

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Calandagan Rated World’s Best After Champion Stakes Triumph

Calandagan has been officially recognized as the world’s top-rated racehorse following his emphatic victory in the Qipco Champion Stakes (G1) at Ascot. The French-trained star now sits atop the LONGINES World’s Best Racehorse Rankings with a rating of 130, marking a career-best performance and cementing his status as Europe’s standout performer of 2025.

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Pegasus World Cup Added to Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series

In a landmark development connecting two of American racing’s marquee events, the $3 million Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1) will now form part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series: Win and You’re In, officials from Breeders’ Cup Limited and 1/ST confirmed on Thursday.

Poon Fires Up IJC Race With Double at Happy Valley

The battle for a berth in next month’s LONGINES International Jockeys’ Championship (IJC) came alive at Happy Valley on Wednesday night (12 November), as several riders stepped up in their bids for a spot in the prestigious HK$1 million event.

Baaeed Headlines Shadwell’s 2026 Stallion Roster at £55,000 ($67,000)

Shadwell has confirmed its 2026 stallion roster and fees, led by the outstanding Baaeed, who commands £55,000 ($67,000) at Beech House Stud. The lineup reflects the operation’s continued commitment to breeding and racing excellence, offering strong value across both the UK and Ireland in an unpredictable market.

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FINDING OF A PROHIBITED SUBSTANCE – BUTORPHANOL

The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa (NHA) confirms a reported Prohibited Substance finding.

The presence of Butorphanol, an opioid analgesic classified as a Class 2 Prohibited Substance, was disclosed upon analysis of a specimen taken from VJ’S ANGEL at the Vaal Racecourse on 29 April 2025. The specimen was taken after the horse was presented for testing to determine whether a suspension should be lifted.

Jamie Melham suspended for one month after Flemington fall

Jamie Melham has been suspended for one month after pleading guilty to careless riding in an incident at Flemington that left fellow rider Blake Shinn with a broken leg.

Racing Victoria stewards completed an adjourned inquiry into the Cup Day incident on Wednesday. The inquiry — into the Group 3 Hong Kong Jockey Club Stakes (1400m) — had been delayed until stewards could interview Shinn, who underwent surgery following the fall.

Top-Class Fields Assemble for Saudi Weekend Features at King Abdulaziz Racecourse

Domestic Group 2 racing takes center stage this weekend at King Abdulaziz Racecourse, where a full field of 18 has been declared for Friday’s SAR500,000 HRH Prince Mohammed bin Saud Al Kabeer Cup over 2000 metres.

The White Stable of King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz & Sons holds a strong hand with four contenders led by Lilaelem (KSA), the top-rated runner in the line-up.