In talking with breeders at home and abroad about the biggest reasons for his country’s rapid ascension in international stature in recent years, Japan Racing Association executive adviser of international affairs Masayuki Goto often hears that conversation start with Sunday Silence.
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National Treasure Wins Pegasus World Cup, Warm Heart Breaks Course Record in Pegasus Turf
National Treasure took command turning for home, opened up a lead in the stretch, and outlasted late-running Senor Buscador to the wire to win the eighth running of $3 million Grade 1 Pegasus World Cup Invitational presented By Baccarat Jan.
An Emotional Eclipse Awards Night to Remember
For the second straight year, nearly 500 Thoroughbred racing and breeding industry luminaries congregated at The Breakers Palm Beach, the esteemed resort and part of Princess Diana lore, for the 53rd Annual Eclipse Awards. Sheltered from the haze of the South Florida humidity in the elegant Ponce de Leon ballroom, those in attendance witnessed a night to remember, complete with excitement, tears, and a fair share of comedic relief.
Trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. Chats Pegasus World Cup Prospects, Ambitions, and Kentucky Derby
Saffie Joseph Jr. has come far in a relatively short time since leaving his native Barbados and arriving in South Florida with two horses in 2011.
