American trainers are a rare breed at Saudi Cup 2025 but the few who are here sing the praises of international racing.

Arthur Hancock III’s autobiography weaves a tale with candor and humor about dealing with adversity, facing his demons, and embracing the opportunities life has afforded him as an owner/breeder, songwriter, poet, and musician.

Voyage Bubble and Ka Ying Rising hope to extend their group 1 winning streaks in a pair of top-level contests at Sha Tin Racecourse Feb. 23.

The Road presented by Gainesway and Darby Dan Farm.

Determined Stables and Kingdom Bloodstock’s Determined Kingdom has been named Virginia-bred Horse of the Year and will be recognized—along with other 2024 award winners—during Virginia Derby Day festivities at Colonial Downs March 15. 

With his connections making the decision to fork out a AU$55,000 late entry fee for the Feb. 22 Blue Diamond Stakes (G1), Field of Play heads the market for the AU$2 million group 1 after a perfect barrier draw. 

Yulong announced the acquisition of Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1T) winner More Than Looks, who will join their Victorian roster in 2025. By international sire of sires More Than Ready, he will shuttle to Australia from Lane’s End in 2025.

Ruidoso Downs will not offer Thoroughbred racing at its upcoming race meet, leaving New Mexico without an operating Thoroughbred track during the summer.

Though three Japanese-trained 3-year-olds traveled to Saudi Arabia to compete Feb. 22 in the $1.5 million Saudi Derby (G3), a cast of 10 promising 3-year-olds remained behind in Japan to contest the Feb. 23 Hyacinth Stakes at Tokyo Racecourse.

Trainer Kenny McPeek and owner Mike Mackin discuss Rattle N Roll ahead of his start in the $20 million Saudi Cup (G1). The 6-year-old son of Connect looks to make the trip to Riyadh well worthwhile. Video courtesy of The Jockey Cup of Saudi Arabia.