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The Fast Lane: Queens of Kyoto
Sunday’s feature is the 30th Shuka Sho (2000m, G1) at Kyoto - final jewel of the Japanese Fillies’ Triple Crown. It’s the end-of-season exam for three-year-old fillies, run on the fast, unforgiving inner turf where tactics matter and mistakes are punished.
Archie Brookes
Oct 16, 20256 min read
Horse of the Week #6: Exceed - The Sister of Equinox Launches Her Own Legacy
At Tokyo Racecourse on October 12, 2025, the thoroughbred world witnessed a performance that seamlessly blended expectation and execution. Exceed, a two-year-old filly and full sister to the celebrated Equinox, announced her arrival with a commanding victory in her maiden race over 2000 meters. Her performance showcased the intersection of elite breeding, composure, and athleticism - the hallmarks of a future champion.
Archie Brookes
Oct 13, 20254 min read
Horse of the Week #5: Deep Monster’s Breakthrough Group Win - The Veteran Who Finally Arrived
Welcome back to the Horse of the Week series on archiebrookesracing.net, where we spotlight performances that combine athletic precision, tactical awareness, and long-term conditioning. This week’s focus is on Deep Monster, a seasoned seven-year-old whose victory in the Kyoto Daishoten (G2) marked a pivotal moment in his career - a triumph shaped by persistence, refined training, and flawless race execution.
Archie Brookes
Oct 6, 20254 min read
Arc 2025: The Showdown at Longchamp – Glory, Heartbreak, and History on the Line
The Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe is not simply another stop on the racing calendar; it is widely regarded as the pinnacle of middle-distance turf competition, drawing together the finest horses from Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Archie Brookes
Oct 1, 20259 min read
Horse of the Week #4: Win Carnelian’s Historic Sprinters Stakes Triumph
Welcome back to our Horse of the Week series on archiebrookesracing.net, where we spotlight standout performances from Japan’s racing scene. This week, the honour goes to the veteran Win Carnelian, who stunned at Nakayama in Sunday’s G1 Sprinters Stakes to deliver both a career-defining result and a long-awaited milestone for his jockey.
Archie Brookes
Sep 29, 20253 min read
The Fast Lane: Sprinters Stakes Delivers World-Class Speed at Nakayama
Sunday’s JRA action is headlined by the Sprinters Stakes (1200m, G1) at Nakayama - the Autumn sprint championship and the first Group 1 of the fall season. This year’s renewal brings together the best of Japan’s homegrown speed with international flair, as Hong Kong star Lucky Sweynesse crosses swords with domestic standouts Satono Reve, Mama Cocha, Namura Clair, and defending champion Lugal.
Archie Brookes
Sep 26, 20256 min read
Horse of the Week #3: Eri King Stakes Kikuka Sho Claim in Style
Welcome back to our Horse of the Week series on archiebrookesracing.net, where we spotlight standout performances from Japan's racing scene. This week, the honour goes to the exciting Eri King, who laid down a marker for the Group 1 Kikuka Sho next month, emulating his sire, Kizuna, in the process.
Archie Brookes
Sep 22, 20253 min read
Croix du Nord: Japanese Derby Champion Sets Sights on Paris and the Arc
Croix du Nord, Japan’s leading three-year-old colt and the 2025 Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby) winner, will make his European debut this Sunday in the Prix du Prince d’Orange (G3, 2000m) at Longchamp. This race will serve as his only continental prep before the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe on October 5, where he carries the burden of national ambition: to achieve what no Japanese horse has yet done - win the Arc.
Archie Brookes
Sep 10, 20256 min read
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