Ka Ying Rising, who has resumed training after a scheduled break, and Ombudsman, who is expected to run in the Juddmonte International Stakes, continue to lead the sixth edition of the 2026 Longines World’s Best Racehorse Rankings with a 131 rating, while reigning U.S. Horse of the Year Sovereignty improved his rating by three points.
A Trifecta Strategy for Betting Woodbine Oaks Winner Luster in the King’s Plate
Will a filly prevail in Saturday’s $1 million King’s Plate Stakes at Woodbine? It’s well within the realm of possibility. Contested at a distance of 1 1/4 miles on Woodbine’s all-weather Tapeta Footings surface, the King’s Plate is restricted to 3-year-old Thoroughbreds bred in Canada, and it’s Canada’s equivalent to the Kentucky Derby. But whereas only three fillies have won the Kentucky Derby, the King’s Plate has been won by fillies on 39 occasions, including six times since 2011.
A History-Making King’s Plate Bid for ‘Chill’ Manitoba-Bred Brachetto
No Manitoba-bred racehorse has ever won the King’s Plate. That could change Saturday at Woodbine in the 167th running of the first jewel of the Canadian Triple Crown.
Dual Breeders’ Cup Distaff Winner Monomoy Girl: Fighter, Competitor, Champion
Known for her consistency, grit, and unmatched will to win, Monomoy Girl captured the hearts of racing fans around the world. Her 10 graded stakes wins, including seven Grade 1s, not only solidified her status as one of the greatest female racehorses of her generation but also added a crowning achievement to an already illustrious career.
