2025
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AdmireMars(JPN)
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Contrail(JPN)
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DoDeuce
Drefong(USA)
Efforia(JPN)
Epiphaneia(JPN)
Equinox(JPN)
GrenadierGuards(JPN)
IslaBonita(JPN)
HotRodCharlie(USA)
KitasanBlack(JPN)
Kizuna(JPN)
LeVentSeLeve(JPN)
LordKanaloa(JPN)
Maurice(JPN)
MindYourBiscuits(USA)
Nadal(USA)
NewYear’sDay(USA)
Orfevre(JPN)
ReyDeOro(JPN),
Rulership(JPN)
Salios(JPN)
SatonoCrown(JPN)
Saturnalia(JPN),
SchnellMeister(GER)
Shahryar(JPN)
Siskin(USA)
SuaveRichard(JPN)
admire mars (JPN)
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings 2018 24 4- 870,702
35 21 -1 2,434,348
44 3- 579,835
Total136 131 £3,884,885
Winning distance at 2 and 3 years 8f
At 2 Champion 2yr old colt in Japan in 2018. Won Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, (8f. beating Kurino Gaudi (JPN) and Gran Alegria (JPN)), Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, (8f. beating Meisho Shobu (JPN) and Happy Hour (JPN)), Chukyo Nisai Stakes, Chukyo, (8f beating A Shin Zone (JPN) and Blu Scuro (JPN)), Newcomer Race, Chukyo, (8f. beating Cadence Call (JPN) and Yamanin Magia (JPN)).
At 3 Won Longines Hong Kong Mile, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (8f beating Waikuku (IRE) and Beauty Generation (NZ)/Montaigne (NZ)), NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (8f. beating Cadence Call (JPN) and Catedral (JPN)) second in Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, (to Danon Kingly (JPN)), fourth in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Saturnalia (JPN))
At 4 Third in The Hong Kong Mile, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (to Golden Sixty (AUS)), Mile Championship, Hanshin, Gr.1, (to Gran Alegria (JPN)), Swan Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, (to Katsuji (JPN)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
VIA MEDICI (IRE) won 4 races at 2 and 3 years in France and £77,387 including Prix de Lieurey, Deauville Gr.3 and Prix des Lilas, ParisLongchamp L.; dam of 5 winners includingADMIRE MARS (JPN) (2016 c. by Daiwa Major (JPN)), subject stallion. VIA PISA (FR) (2012 f. by Pivotal (GB)), won 2 races at 3 years in France and £73,294 including Prix Coronation, Saint-Cloud, L., placed 7 times including third in Premio Lydia Tesio, Rome, Gr.1 and fourth in Prix Chloé, Chantilly, Gr.3 and Prix Occitanie, La Teste - Bassin Arcachon, L.; dam of a winner Green Fly (GB) (g by Frankel (GB)), 4 races at 2 to 5 years, 2023/24 in Australia and in France and £179,081 and placed 7 times including third in Derby du Midi, Bordeaux - Le Bouscat, L. and VRC Winter Championship, Flemington, L., also fourth in Prix des Chênes, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3
VIA FIRENZE (IRE) (2013 f. by Dansili (GB)), won 2 races at 3 and 4 years in France and £111,297 including Prix Luth Enchantée, Clairefontaine, L., placed 8 times including second in Citizen K Balanchine Stakes, Meydan, Gr.2, Prix Bertrand de Tarragon, Maisons-Laffitte, Gr.3 and third in Prix Fille de l'Air, Toulouse, Gr.3, Prix de Montretout, Maisons-Laffitte, L.; dam of a winner. Freccia (JPN) (2015 c. by Dansili (GB)), won 4 races at 3 and 6 years in Japan and £670,340 and placed third in Lapis Lazuli Stakes, Nakayama, L.
2nd Dam
VIA MILANO (FR), won 3 races at 2 years in France and £76,502 including Prix des Réservoirs, Deauville Gr.3 second in Prix du Calvados Deauville Gr.3; dam of 9 winners includingVIA RAVENNA (IRE) (f by Raven's Pass (USA)) won 2 races at 3 years in France and £110,325 including Prix Imprudence, Maisons-Laffitte Gr.3 placed twice including second in Prix Rothschild, Deauville, Gr.1, from only 5 starts
VIA MEDICI (IRE) see above.
Via Manzoni (IRE) (f by Monsun (GER)), won 2 races at 2 years in France and £38,150 and third in Prix Vanteaux, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3; dam of winners. INTEGRANT (FR), won Prix Lyphard, Deauville, L.
Fifth Commandment (IRE) (f by Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)), won 4 races at 2 years, third in Manhattan Beach Stakes, Hollywood Park; dam of winners.
3rd Dam
Salvinaxia (FR), won 1 race at 2 years in France, third in Critérium d'Evry, L.; dam of 2 winnersCreme de La Creme (FR), ran in France and in U.S.A.; dam of winners. CHANTILLY CREME (USA), 2 races in France including Critérium du Béquet, La Teste - Bassin Arcachon, L., second in Prix du Bois, Chantilly, Gr.3
best progeny
JARDINIER (JPN) (Wildcat Heir (USA): 2 races and £107,385, 2024), SEIUN BIG BANG (JPN) (Acclamation (GB): 1 race and £87,202, 2024), MEISHO TSUYOKI (JPN) (Sinister Minister (USA): 1 race and £60,147, 2024), BICKY FIRST (JPN) (Rahy (USA): 1 race and £40,655, 2024), MARS ODYSSEY (JPN) (Freud (USA): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), MOKARA MARS (JPN) (Sinister Minister (USA): 1 race, £40,098, 2024), BUNNY RABBIT (JPN) (Havana Gold (IRE): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), BLUE SUNSET (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 1 race and £76,509, 2024), EMBROIDERY (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): 1 race and £52,740, 2024), KAPOLEIRA (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): 1 race and £44,108, 2024), FUKUSHIMA KOYO (JPN) (Van Nistelrooy (USA): 1 race and £34,640, 2024), ROUGE LANAKILA (JPN) (Casino Drive (USA): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), NAMURA CLARA (JPN) (Storm Cat (USA): 1 race and £49,009, 2024), THERESA (JPN) (Nathaniel (IRE): 1 race and £40,098, 2024)
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£) 2024 38 14 15 13 865354 00 2024 data to October By cropJapanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2022 60 38 14 15 13 865354 00 0 2023 54 From 1 crop of racing age sire of 14 winners of 15 races and £865,354
sire reference
By DAIWA MAJOR (JPN) (2001-Stud 2008), Champion sprinter and miler in Japan in 2006 Won 9 races, £5,086,157 8f.-10f. Mile Championship Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice), Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, Yomiuri Milers Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2, Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas), Nakayama, L., second in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, third in Dubai Duty Free Stakes, Nad Al Sheba, Gr.1, Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 Sire of-
DOUBLE MAJOR (IRE) (Prix Royal-Oak, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Prix Chaudenay, ParisLongchamp, Gr.2, Prix Kergorlay, Deauville, Gr.2, Prix Maurice de Nieuil, ParisLongchamp, Gr.2, second in Prix de Lutèce, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3).
SERIFOS (JPN) (Mile Championship, Hanshin, Gr.1, Fuji Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, Niigata Nisai Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3, second in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
ASCOLI PICENO (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1, Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Nakayama, Gr.3, Niigata Nisai Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3, second in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
ADMIRE MARS (JPN) (subject stallion)
CURREN BLACK HILL (JPN) (NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2, Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.3 Kokura Daishoten, Kokura Gr.3; sire).
COPANO RICHARD (JPN) (Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, Swan Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2 Arlington Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3 Hankyu Hai, Hanshin Gr.3; sire)
RESISTENCIA (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1 Centaur Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2 Hankyu Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3 KBS Kyoto Sho Fantasy Stakes Kyoto, Gr.3 second in The Hong Kong Sprint Sha Tin, Gr.1 Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo Gr.1 Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1 Oka Sho (Japanese 1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1 NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
REINE MINORU (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, Kokura Nisai Stakes, Kokura, Gr.3, second in Hochi Hai Fillies Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2, Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, third in Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1).
MAJOR EMBLEM (JPN) (NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1, Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3).
ECORO BLOOM (JPN) (New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2).
MONDREISE (JPN) (Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
BALL LIGHTNING (JPN) (Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
DAIWA MAGGIORE (JPN) (Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2, Hankyu Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1).
MISS PANTHERE (JPN) (Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, Turquoise Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 (twice), Kyoto Himba Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
SOLVEIG (JPN) (Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2, Hakodate Sprint Stakes, Hakodate, Gr.3, third in Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
EPICE AROME (JPN) (Centaur Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, Kokura Nisai Stakes, Kokura, Gr.3, second in Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.3, CBC Sho, Chukyo, Gr.3).
DON FRANKIE (JPN) (Procyon Stakes, Chukyo Gr.3 Tokyo Hai, Oi, L. Cluster Cup, Morioka, L., second in Dubai Golden Shaheen, Meydan, Gr.1).
MATENRO ORION (JPN) (Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3 second in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 New Zealand Trophy Nakayama, Gr.2). FRONTIER (JPN) (Niigata Nisai Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
LOGI CHALICE (JPN) (Lord Derby Challenge Trophy Nakayama, Gr.3).
NAC VENUS (JPN) (Keeneland Cup, Sapporo, Gr.3 Lapis Lazuli Stakes Nakayama, L. third in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo Gr.1).
EXCELLENTE CAVE (JPN) (Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Nakayama, Gr.3).
TOSEN BENIZAKURA (JPN) (Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
BOM SERVICO (JPN) (Kochi Stakes, Nakayama, L., second in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, third in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
DIXIE KNIGHT (JPN) (Crocus Stakes, L , third in Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Gr.2).
STAR OF PERSIA (JPN) (Shinetsu Stakes, Niigata, L., third in Hanshin Cup, Gr.2).
SUNRISE MAJOR (JPN) (Yonago Stakes, Hanshin, L., Capital Stakes, Tokyo, L., second in Swan Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2).
DAHLONEGA (JPN) (Kokura Nikkei Open, Kokura, L., second in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, third in Kokura Daishoten, Kokura, Gr.3).
OLIVINE (JPN) (Port Island Stakes, Hanshin, L. (twice), second in Arlington Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
FLAMME DE GLOIRE (JPN) (Icho Stakes, Tokyo, L., third in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, fourth in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
BEWITCH US (JPN) (Baden-Baden Cup, Fukushima, L., second in Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2).
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986)
BTW 172 BTW
Daiwa Major (JPN) (ch 2001) 50 BTW
Via Medici (IRE) (ch 2007) 3BTW
Scarlet Bouquet (JPN) (1988) BTW 3BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Northern Taste (CAN) 48 BTW Northern Dancer Lady Victoria
Scarlet Ink (USA) 2BTW Crimson Satan Consentida
Medicean (GB) (1997)
BTW 62 BTW
Via Milano (FR) (2001) BTW 2BTW
Machiavellian (USA) 77 BTW Mr Prospector Coup de Folie
Mystic Goddess (USA) 1BTW Storm Bird Rose Goddess
Singspiel (IRE) 105 BTW In The Wings Glorious Song
Salvinaxia (FR) 1BTW Linamix Salve
bricks andmortar (USA)
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
2016 2Did not run-
2017 36 4- 2- 273,821
2018 411 -18,667
20195 66 5,252,852
Total1311- 2- £5,545,340
Winning distances at 3 years and over 8f-12f
At 3 Won National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, (8½f beating Yoshida (JPN) and Big Handsome (USA)), Manila Stakes, Belmont Park, (8f beating Big Handsome (USA) and Secretary At War (USA)), Allowance Optional Claimer, Belmont Park, (8f. beating Snap Decision (USA) and Hello Holiday (USA)), Maiden Special Weight Gulfstream Park, (8½f. beating Brooklyn Bobby (USA) and Secretary At War (USA)) third in Hill Prince Stakes, Belmont Park Gr.3 (to Yoshida (JPN)) Saranac Stakes, Saratoga Gr.3 (to Voodoo Song (USA))
At 4 Won Allowance Optional Claimer, Gulfstream Park, (8f beating Mr Cub (USA) and Krampus (USA)).
At 5 Champion older horse in U.S.A. in 2019. Won Breeders' Cup Turf, Santa Anita, Gr.1, (12f. beating United (USA) and Anthony Van Dyck (IRE)), Arlington Million Stakes, Arlington, Gr.1, (10f beating Magic Wand (IRE) and Bandua (USA)), Manhattan Stakes Belmont Park Gr.1 (10f beating Robert Bruce (CHI) and Raging Bull (FR)), Old Forester Turf Classic Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, (9f. beating Qurbaan (USA) and Clyde's Image (USA)), Pegasus World Cup Turf Inv. Stakes Gulfstream Park Gr.1 (9½f. beating Magic Wand (IRE) and Delta Prince (USA)), Muniz Memorial Handicap, Fair Grounds, Gr.2 (9f. beating Markitoff (USA) and Synchrony (USA)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
BEYOND THE WAVES (USA), won 3 races at 3 and 6 years in France and in U.S.A. and £126,496 including Prix des Tourelles, Chantilly, L., placed 15 times including second in Prix de Royallieu, Longchamp, Gr.2, Prix Corrida, SaintCloud, Gr.3, Prix de Flore, Saint-Cloud, Gr.3, Bewitch Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.3; dam of 7 winners includingBRICKS AND MORTAR (USA) (2014 c by Giant's Causeway (USA)), subject stallion.
EMERALD BEECH (USA) (2006 f. by Maria's Mon (USA)), won 5 races at 3 and 5 years in Canada and in U.S.A. including Glens Falls Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.3, Signature Stallion Waya Stakes, Saratoga, L.; dam of winners BEYOND SMART (USA) (2011 g. by Smart Strike (CAN)), won 13 races in Canada and in U.S.A including Leematt Stakes, Presque Isle Downs, R. and Crowd Pleaser Handicap Parx Racing, R. Sir Ector (USA) (2007 g. by Dynaformer (USA)) won 6 races at 3 to 6 years at home and in France placed second in Challenge Stakes, Leopardstown L. third in Vintage Crop Stakes, Navan, Gr.3 Water View (USA) (2005 c. by Petionville (USA)) won 2 races at 2 years in France third in Prix Saraca, Saint-Cloud, L. Prix François Boutin Deauville L. WAVING (USA)(2008 f. by Street Cry (IRE)) won 1 race at 4 years in U.S.A and £24,825 and placed once; dam of winners. Aquitania Arrival (USA) (g by Carpe Diem (USA)), 4 races at 2 to 5 years, 2024 in Canada and in U.S.A., second in Zia Park Juvenile Stakes, Zia Park. best progeny
GONBADE QABUS (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, fourth in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1). AIGLE NOIR (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Hyogo Junior Grand Prix, Sonoda, L., second in Zen-Nippon Nisai Yushun, Kawasaki, L., fourth in Hyogo Championship, Sonoda, L., Tele Tama Hai Oval Sprint, Urawa, L.). Cecilie Plage (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): third in Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2).
Ask Come On More (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): third in Principal Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
AMMOTHYELLA (JPN) (Gold Allure (JPN): fourth in Marine Cup, Funabashi, L.). DRUM LIME (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 4 races and £12,698 2024), ELECTRIC BOOGIE (JPN) (Empire Maker (USA): 3 races and £192,797 2024), K'S REVE (JPN) (Deep Brillante (JPN): 3 races and £43,162, 2024) LAS CUMBRES (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): 2 races and £123,726, 2024), PEPTIDE SHUCHIKU (JPN) (Coronado's Quest (USA): 2 races and £121,655, 2024), MEINER BRICKS (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): 2 races and £136,963 2024), LOVE AND HAPPINESS (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): 4 races and £40,006, 2024), CRANFORD (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 4 races and £313,145, 2024), HANA AYAME (JPN) (Distorted Humor (USA): 3 races and £13,458, 2024), MANWOL (JPN) (Suzuka Mambo (JPN): 2 races and £123,188, 2024), HO O SHELLY (JPN) (Black Tide (JPN): 2 races and £119,179, 2024), CAVE PEARL (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 2 races and £150,931, 2024), STIRRING UP (JPN) (Frankel (GB): 2 races and £103,419, 2024), TERRA MERITA (JPN) (Victoire Pisa (JPN): 2 races and £127,810, 2024), QUICK BIO (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): 2 races and £136,247, 2023), HUMMING (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 2 races and £94,915, 2024)
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£) 2023 66 1419301696809 00 2024 1355581122 38518630 0 Sire of the winners of 100 races and 5548672plus 00
2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2021 109 1015389 141 510247500 0 2022 130369 11 11 446197 00 0 2023 79 From 2 crops of racing age sire of 62 winners of 100 races and £5,548,672
sire reference
By GIANT'S CAUSEWAY (USA) (1997-Stud 2001), Champion 3yr old in Europe in 2000 (9.5-10.5f.), 2nd top rated 3yr old in Europe in 2000, Won 9 races, £2,031,426, 6f.-10f., Irish Champion Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.1, Juddmonte International Stakes, York, Gr.1, Eclipse Stakes, Sandown, Gr.1, Sussex Stakes, Gr.1, St James's Palace Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Prix de la Salamandre, Gr.1 Sire of-
SHAMARDAL (USA) (Dewhurst Stakes, Gr.1 St James's Palace Stakes York, Gr.1 Prix du Jockey Club Gr.1 Poule d'Essai des Poulains Gr.1; sire)
FOOTSTEPSINTHESAND (GB) (2000 Guineas, Newmarket Gr.1; sire).
CLASSIC CAUSEWAY (USA) (Belmont Derby Invitational Stakes Belmont Park, Gr.1 Tampa Bay Derby, Tampa Bay Downs, Gr.2 third in Saratoga Derby Invitational Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1 Breeders' Futurity Keeneland, Gr.1).
BRICKS AND MORTAR (USA) (subject stallion)
CARRICK (USA) (Secretariat Stakes, Arlington, Gr.1; sire)
BRODY'S CAUSE (USA) (Blue Grass Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1, Claiborne Breeders' Futurity, Keeneland, Gr.1, third in Breeders’ Cup Juvenile, Keeneland, Gr.1; sire)
IMAGINING (USA) (Man O'War Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Pan American Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3, Red Smith Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.3, second in Sword Dancer Invitational Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Gulfstream Park Turf Handicap, Gulfstream Park, Gr.1, Hollywood Derby, Hollywood Park, Gr.1; sire).
CARPE DIEM (USA) (Toyota Blue Grass Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1, Claiborne Breeders' Futurity, Keeneland, Gr.1; sire)
CREATIVE CAUSE (USA) (Norfolk Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.1, San Felipe Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2, Best Pal Stakes, Del Mar, Gr.2, second in Santa Anita Derby, Santa Anita, Gr.1, Del Mar Futurity, Del Mar, Gr.1; sire).
EISHIN APOLLON (USA) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1; sire)
GIANT OAK (USA) (Donn Handicap, Gulfstream Park, Gr.1, Clark Handicap, Churchill Downs, Gr.1; sire).
ESKENDEREYA (USA) (Wood Memorial Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.1, Fountain of Youth Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.2; sire).
INTENSE FOCUS (USA) (Dewhurst Stakes Newmarket, Gr.1; sire)
RED GIANT (USA) (Clement L Hirsch MemTurf Championship, Santa Anita, Gr.1 second in Secretariat Stakes, Arlington Gr.1; sire).
FROST GIANT (USA) (Suburban Handicap Belmont Park, Gr.1 Kilternan Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3 Killavullan Stakes, Leopardstown Gr.3; sire).
HEATSEEKER (IRE) (Santa Anita Handicap, Santa Anita, Gr.1 Californian Stakes Hollywood Park Gr.2 third in National Stakes, Curragh, Gr.1; sire).
ARAGORN (IRE) (Eddie Read Handicap, Del Mar, Gr.1, Shoemaker Breeders Cup Mile Stakes Hollywood Park Gr.1; sire).
FIRST SAMURAI (USA) (Champagne Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Hopeful Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1; sire).
AQUAPHOBIA (USA) (United Nations Stakes, Monmouth Park, Gr.1).
RITE OF PASSAGE (GB) (Ascot Gold Cup, Gr.1, Long Distance Cup, Ascot, Gr.3).
VEXATIOUS (USA) (Personal Ensign Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1).
TAKE CHARGE BRANDI (USA) (Starlet Stakes, Los Alamitos, Gr.1, 14Hands Winery Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies, Santa Anita, Gr.1).
DALKALA (USA) (Prix de l'Opéra, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Middleton Stakes, York, Gr.2, Prix de Royallieu, ParisLongchamp, Gr.2).
BOOK REVIEW (USA) (La Brea Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.1, A Gleam Handicap, Hollywood Park, Gr.2, second in Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1).
PENELOPA (GB) (Henkel Preis der Diana - Stuten Derby, Dusseldorf, Gr.1).
GHANAATI (USA) (1000 Guineas, Newmarket, Gr.1, Coronation Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1 second in Sun Chariot Stakes Newmarket Gr.1).
SWIFT TEMPER (USA) (Ruffian Handicap, Belmont, Gr.1, Delaware Handicap, Delaware Park, Gr.2 second in Personal Ensign Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1).
INTERNALLYFLAWLESS (USA) (Del Mar Oaks, Del Mar Gr.1).
CARRIAGE TRAIL (USA) (Spinster Stakes Keeneland, Gr.1).
MY TYPHOON (IRE) (Diana Stakes, Saratoga Gr.1 Just A Game Stakes Belmont Gr.2 Ballston Spa Handicap Saratoga Gr.2).
MAIDS CAUSEWAY (IRE) (Coronation Stakes, York Gr.1 Rockfel Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.2, second in 1000 Guineas, Newmarket, Gr.1).
GIANT'S STEPS (ARG) (Premio Polla de Potrillos (2000 Guineas), Gr.1; sire).
JUSTE MOMENTE (AUS) (Swettenham Stakes, Morphettville, Gr.1).
Storm Cat (USA) (1983) BTW 177 BTW
Giant's Causeway (USA) (ch 1997) 208BTW
Storm Bird (CAN) 64 BTW
Northern Dancer South Ocean
Terlingua (USA) 2BTW Secretariat Crimson Saint
Rahy (USA) 93 BTW
Mariah's Storm (USA) (1991) BTW 2BTW
Ocean Crest (USA) (1991) BTW 7BTW
Beyond The Waves (USA) (b 1997) 4BTW
Excedent (USA) (1985) 2BTW
Blushing Groom Glorious Song
Immense (USA) 3BTW Roberto Imsodear
Storm Bird (CAN) 64 BTW
Northern Dancer South Ocean
S S Aroma (USA) 1BTW Seattle Slew Rare Bouquet
Exceller (USA) 18 BTW Vaguely Noble Too Bald
Broadway Lullaby (USA)
Stage Door Johnny Little Blessing
5-timeG1winnerincludingthe Breeders’CupTurf. FirstcropGonbadeQabuswonthe SaudiArabiaRoyalCup-G3.
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
sire reference
By GOLD ALLURE (JPN) (1999-Stud 2004), Won 8 races, £2,152,275, 8f.-10f., Antares Stakes, Kyoto, L., February Stakes, Nakayama, L., Toki Daishoten, Ohi, L., Derby Grand Prix, Morioka, L., Japan Dirt Derby, Ohi, L. Sire ofNARAN HULEG (JPN) (Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo Gr.1 second in Yukan Fuji Sho Ocean Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Opal Stakes, Hanshin, L., Yodo Tankyori Stakes, Chukyo L. third in Sprinters Stakes Nakayama, Gr.1 Silk Road Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3 (twice), fourth in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Gr.1).
Total118
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-10f
1£3,057,918
At 2 Won Two-Year-Old Newcomers Race, Hanshin, (9f. beating Hagino Homme Ideal (JPN) and Ten Night Pearl (JPN))
At 3 Won Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, (9f. beating Gold Dream (JPN) and Inti (JPN)), Nippon TV Hai, Funabashi, L.R., (9f. beating London Town (JPN) and Nonkono Yume (JPN)), Japan Dirt Derby, Ohi, L.R., (10f beating Derma Louvre (JPN) and Mutually (JPN)), Hyogo Championship, Sonoda, L.R., (9f beating Weitblick (JPN) and Ban Rose Kings (JPN)), Three-Year-Old Race, Hanshin, (9f. beating Avance (USA) and Salt Ibuki (JPN))
At 4 Won JBC Classic, Oi, L.R., (10f. beating Omega Perfume (JPN) and Chuwa Wizard (JPN)), Teio Sho, Ohi, L.R., (10f. beating Omega Perfume (JPN) and Chuwa Wizard (JPN)), fourth in Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, (to Chuwa Wizard (JPN)). extended pedigree
1st Dam
CHRYSOPRASE (JPN), won 3 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan and £235,798 and placed 6 times; Own sister to ALONDITE (JPN); dam of 7 winners includingMARIALITE (JPN) (2011 f. by Deep Impact (JPN)), Champion older mare in Japan in 2016, won 6 races at 3 to 5 years in Japan and £2,284,868 including Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1, placed second in Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2, Mermaid Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3 and third in Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2; dam of a winner
ORTHOCLASE (JPN) (c by Epiphaneia (JPN)), 2 races at 2 years in Japan including Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L., placed second in Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Hanshin, Gr.1, Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1 and third in Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2
CHRYSOBERYL (JPN) (2016 c. by Gold Allure (JPN)), subject stallion
LIA FAIL (JPN) (2012 c. by Zenno Rob Roy (JPN)) won 4 races at 2 and 3 years in Japan and £816,882 including Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2 placed second in Hyogo Championship, Sonoda L.R. and third in Kikuka Sho (St Leger) Kyoto, Gr.1
CHRYSOLITE (JPN) (2010 c. by Gold Allure (JPN)), won 9 races at 2 to 7 years in Japan and in South Korea, £2,785,520 including Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L.R. (3 times), Nippon TV Hai, Funabashi, L.R., Japan Dirt Derby, Ohi, L.R., second in Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3 Teio Sho, Ohi, L.R. (twice), Urawa Kinen, Urawa, L.R., Nippon TV Hai, Funabashi, L.R., JBC Classic, Morioka, L.R., Mercury Cup, Morioka, L.R. and third in Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3; sire.
2nd Dam
Catherine Parr (USA), placed 7 times in France including second in Prix de Psyché, Deauville, Gr.3, Prix d'Aumale, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3, Prix d'Angerville, Evry, L. and third in Prix d'Astarté, Deauville, Gr.2; dam of 6 winners includingALONDITE (JPN) (c by El Condor Pasa (USA)), 5 races in Japan including Japan Cup Dirt, Tokyo, L., second in Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2 TANZANITE (JPN), won 3 races at 2 to 4 years in Japan; dam of winners. DANBURITE (JPN), 4 races in Japan including Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.2, American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2 The Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3 third in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Kyoto Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.2, Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2 Labradorite (JPN) 4 races in Japan, second in Diamond Stakes Tokyo, Gr.3 MORGANITE (JPN) 4 races in Japan; dam of BLACK SPINEL (JPN) 5 races in Japan including Tokyo Shimbun Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3 Shirafuji Stakes Tokyo, L. Hagi Stakes Kyoto, L.R. Infinite (JPN) 2 races at 2 and 4 years in Japan, placed second in Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3
3rd Dam
REGAL EXCEPTION (USA), 3rd top rated 3yr old filly in France in 1972, won 2 races at home and in France including Irish Oaks, Curragh, Gr.1, second in Oaks Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1, fourth in Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1; dam of 6 winners includingORBAN (USA), Champion older stayer in Europe and Italy in 1987, won 5 races at 3 and 4 years at home and in Italy including Premio Roma, Rome, Gr.1, Hardwicke Stakes, Ascot, Gr.2 and Aston Park Stakes, Newbury, L.; sire
TWILIGHT HOUR (USA), 4th top rated 2yr old filly in France in 1977, won 2 races in France viz Prix Fille de l'Air, Saint-Cloud, Gr.3, Prix de la Cascade, ParisLongchamp, L., placed third in Prix des Réservoirs, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3
SIKORSKY (USA), won 4 races at home and in Australia including Services Memorial Cup, Randwick, L., second in BP Lord Mayor's Cup, Rosehill, L.; sire.
CHRYSOBERYL (JPN) (subject stallion).
COPANO RICKEY (JPN) (Tokyo Daishoten Oi Gr.1 February Stakes Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Chukyo Gr.2 Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Morioka, L.R. Teio Sho, Ohi, L.R. Kashiwa Kinen Funabashi L.R. (twice), JBC Classic, Morioka, L.R. (twice), Hyogo Championship, Sonoda, L.R., second in Tokyo Daishoten, Ohi, Gr.1, JBC Sprint, Ohi, L.R., Teio Sho, Ohi, L.R., third in The Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, Nippon TV Hai, Funabashi, L.R.; sire).
ESPOIR CITY (JPN) (February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, Japan Cup Dirt, Hanshin, Gr.1, Miyako Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, JBC Sprint, Kanazawa, L.R., Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Morioka, L. (3 times), Kashiwa Kinen, Funabashi, L. (3 times), Nagoya Daishoten, Nagoya, L.R., Topaz Stakes, Kyoto, L., second in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3, Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3 (twice), Kashiwa Kinen, Funabashi, L.R., Teio Sho, Ohi, L.R. (twice), Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Morioka, L., third in Japan Cup Dirt, Hanshin, Gr.1, Kashiwa Kinen, Funabashi, L.R.; sire).
SMART FALCON (JPN) (Tokyo Daishoten, Ohi, Gr.1, Kawasaki Kinen, Kawasaki, L.R., JBC Classic, Funabashi, L. (twice), Nippon TV Hai, Funabashi, L.R., Teio Sho, Ohi, L.R., Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L.R., Tokyo Daishoten - Grand Prix de Tokyo, Ohi, L., Urawa Kinen, Urawa, L. (twice), Sakitama Hai, Urawa, L. (twice), Kakitsubata Kinen, Nagoya, L. (twice), Breeders' Gold Cup, Mombetsu, L., Nagoya Daishoten Nagoya, L. The Saga Kinen, Saga L. Hyogo Gold Trophy Sonoda, L., Hakusan Daishoten, Kanazawa, L., KBC Hai, Kokura, L.; sire)
GOLD DREAM (JPN) (The Champions Cup, Chukyo Gr.1 February Stakes Tokyo, Gr.1 Unicorn Stakes Tokyo, Gr.3 Kashiwa Kinen Funabashi, L.R. (twice), Teio Sho, Ohi, L.R. Hyacinth Stakes, Tokyo, L. second in Champions Cup Chukyo Gr.1 (twice), February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Tokyo Daishoten, Oi, Gr.1, Chunichi Sports Hai Musashino Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Morioka, L.R. Hyogo Championship Sonoda L.R. third in Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, Japan Dirt Derby, Ohi, L.R.; sire)
HAYABUSA NANDEKUN (JPN) (March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, third in Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2).
SUNRISE NOVA (JPN) (Chunichi Sports Hai Musashino Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 (twice), Procyon Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, Unicorn Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Morioka, L.R., Green Channel Cup, Tokyo, L. (twice), third in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1).
MEISHO SUMITOMO (JPN) (Sirius Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, Nagoya Grand Prix, Nagoya, L.R ).
RED ALVIS (JPN) (Unicorn Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Keyaki Stakes, Tokyo, L., Subaru Stakes, Kyoto, L., fourth in Leopard Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
SILK FORTUNE (JPN) (The Capella Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, The Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Procyon Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, second in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, third in The Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, The Capella Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Cluster Cup, Morioka, L.R., Galaxy Stakes, Hanshin, L., Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Tokyo, L.R.).
TAKE MIKAZUCHI (JPN) (Lord Derby Challenge Trophy Nakayama, Gr.3).
HULA BRIDE (JPN) (Laurel R.C. Sho Nakayama Himba Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Aichi Hai, Chukyo Gr.3 second in Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2 third in Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2 Mermaid Stakes Hanshin, Gr.3).
EPICHARIS (JPN) (Hyacinth Stakes, Tokyo, L. Hokkaido Nisai Yushun Mombetsu L.R. second in The S & M Al Naboodah Group UAE Derby Meydan, Gr.2, third in The Leopard Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3; sire).
LIEN VERITE (JPN) (Coral Stakes, Hanshin, L. Onuma Stakes, Hakodate L.).
CHRYSOLITE (JPN) (Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L.R. (3 times), Nippon TV Hai, Funabashi, L.R., Japan Dirt Derby, L.R., second in Heian Stakes, Gr.3; sire).
GRACEFUL LEAP (JPN) (JBC Sprint, Kyoto, L., Tokyo Sprint, Oi, L.R., Hyogo Gold Trophy, Sonoda, L.R., Green Channel Cup, Tokyo, L., Keeneland Korea Sprint, Seoul, L., Polaris Stakes, Hanshin, L., Summer Champion Stakes, Saga, L.R.).
RUNWAY WALTZ (JPN) (Fukushima Minyu Cup, Fukushima, L., second in Miyako Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, third in The Leopard Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
MARUKA PREGIO (JPN) (Nigawa Stakes, Hanshin, L.).
TOKAI PARADISE (JPN) (Tomoe Stakes, Hakodate, L., second in Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2, third in Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2, Chunichi Shimbun Hai, Chukyo, Gr.3).
TOHO CHASER (JPN) (NST Sho, Niigata, L.).
ORO MEISTER (JPN) (Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Morioka, L., second in Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3 (twice), third in The Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
SALSA DIONE (JPN) (Nippon TV Hai, Funabashi, L.R., Sakitama Hai, Urawa, L.R., Sparking Lady Cup, Kawasaki, L.R., Queen Sho, Funabashi, L.R.).
HIRUNO MALIBU (JPN) (Kobai Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
IRON TAILOR (JPN) (Queen Sho, Funabashi, L.R.).
LALABEL (JPN) (JBC Ladies' Classic Ohi, L.R.).
ONE MILLIONTH (JPN) (Empress Hai Kawasaki L.R.).
WISH HAPPINESS (JPN) (Edelweiss Sho, Mombetsu L.R.).
His first crop of 110 foals will be two year olds in 2025
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986) BTW 172 BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW
Gold Allure (JPN) (ch. 1999) 28 BTW
Chrysoprase (JPN) (b 2002) 4BTW
Nikiya (USA) (1993) 3BTW
El Condor Pasa (USA) (1995) BTW 10 BTW
Catherine Parr (USA) (1987) BTP 1BTW
Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Nureyev (USA) 135BTW Northern Dancer Special
Reluctant Guest (USA) 1BTW Hostage Vaguely Royal
Kingmambo (USA) 91 BTW Mr Prospector Miesque
Saddlers Gal (IRE) 1BTW Sadler's Wells Glenveagh
Riverman (USA) 127BTW Never Bend River Lady
Regal Exception (USA) 3BTW Ribot Rajput Princess
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings 2019 23 3- 795,503
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-15f
At 2 Champion 2yr old colt in Japan in 2019. Won Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, (10f beating Weltreisende (JPN) and Wakea (JPN)), Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, (9f. beating Al Jannah (JPN) and Rhinebeck (JPN)), Maiden Stakes, Hanshin, (9f. beating Frevo (JPN) and Reinheit (JPN)).
At 3 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2020. Won Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1 (12f beating Salios (JPN) and Weltreisende (JPN)) Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas) Nakayama Gr.1 (10f beating Salios (JPN) and Galore Creek (JPN)) Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, (15f. beating Aristoteles (JPN) and Satono Flag (JPN)), Kobe Shimbun Hai, Chukyo Gr.2 (11f. beating Weltreisende (JPN) and Robertson Quay (JPN)), second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Almond Eye (JPN))
At 4 Champion older horse in Japan in 2021. Won Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f beating Authority (JPN) and Shahryar (JPN)), second in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Efforia (JPN)), third in Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, (to Lei Papale (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
RHODOCHROSITE (USA), placed 4 times at 2 years in Japan and £59,236; dam of 5 winners-
CONTRAIL (JPN) (2017 c by Deep Impact (JPN)), subject stallion.
BAHN FREI (JPN) (2015 c. by Gold Allure (JPN)), won 4 races at 2 to 7 years in Japan and £596,863 and placed 12 times.
ANASTASIO (JPN) (2016 f. by Daiwa Major (JPN)), won 4 races at 2 and 4 years in Japan and £144,281 and placed 3 times.
SUNSET CLOUD (JPN) (2019 c. by Deep Impact (JPN)), won 3 races at 3 and 4 years, 2023 in Japan and £406,405 and placed 8 times.
INTACT (JPN) (2020 c. by Heart's Cry (JPN)), won 1 race at 4 years, 2024 in Japan and £10,032 and placed twice.
2nd Dam
FOLKLORE (USA), Champion 2yr old filly in U.S.A. in 2005, won 4 races at 2 years in U.S.A. and £493,538 including Alberto V05 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Matron Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Adirondack Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, second in Spinaway Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, Astoria Stakes, Belmont Park, L. and third in Santa Ynez Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2; dam of 6 winners-
CROSS THE OCEAN (USA), won 7 races at 2 to 4 years in U.A.E and abroad
MYSTIC LORE (USA), won 4 races at 3 and 4 years, 2024 in Japan, £427,478
PENTHESILEA (USA), won 4 races at 4 years abroad and £14,229.
IMMACULATE (USA), won 2 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A. and £42,043; sire
CHEROKEE MAIDEN (USA), won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A. and £74,246.
FOLK LEGEND (USA) won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A. and £32,190 Princess Julia (USA), placed twice at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners. AVOIR (USA) winner to 2024 in U.S.A.
3rd Dam
CONTRIVE (USA), unraced; dam of 9 winners includingFOLKLORE (USA), see above.
DIVIDED ATTENTION (USA) won 3 races at 2 to 4 years in U.S.A including Ladies Handicap, Aqueduct, L., placed second in Tempted Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.3 and third in Affectionately Stakes Aqueduct, L.; dam of winners
Delightful Quality (USA) won 2 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A. and second in Correction Stakes Aqueduct L. Mandys Gold Stakes Saratoga, L.R. Garland of Roses Stakes Aqueduct, Shine Again Stakes, Saratoga R. Cagey Exuberance Stakes Aqueduct, R. third in Bed O' Roses Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.3 and Garland of Roses Stakes Aqueduct, L.; dam of winners
ESSENTIAL QUALITY (USA) Champion 2yr old colt in U.S.A. in 2020 Champion 3yr old colt in U.S.A. in 2021, won Breeders' Cup Juvenile, Keeneland, Gr.1 Belmont Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1 Travers Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Breeders Futurity, Keeneland, Gr.1, Blue Grass Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.2, Jim Dandy Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, Southwest Stakes, Oaklawn Park, Gr.3, third in Breeders' Cup Classic, Del Mar, Gr.1; sire
FAMED (USA), won She's All In Stakes, Remington Park, placed second in Weather Vane Stakes, Pimlico
CONTREVE (USA), won 7 races at 3 to 6 years in Canada and in U.S.A.; sire.
AMUSING PLAN (USA), won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners.
TIZ PLAN (USA), won Mayor's Cup, Busan Gyeongnam, L., placed second in Owners' Cup, Busan Gyeongnam, L. Street Moxie (USA), winner in U.S.A. and placed second in Bull Dog Handicap, Fresno.
sire reference
By DEEP IMPACT (JPN) (2002-Stud 2007), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2005. Champion older horse in Japan in 2006 Won 12 races, £7,280,362, 10f.-16f., Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2, Arima Kinen, Nakayama, L., Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, L., Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, L., Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, L., Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, L., Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, L., Tokyo Yushun (Derby), L , second in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, L. Sire ofCONTRAIL (JPN) (subject stallion).
AUGUSTE RODIN (IRE) (Derby Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1, Irish Champion Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.1, Irish Derby, Curragh, Gr.1, Futurity Trophy Stakes, Doncaster, Gr.1, Prince of Wales's Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Breeders' Cup Turf, Gr.1).
SAXON WARRIOR (JPN) (2000 Guineas, Newmarket, Gr.1, Racing Post Trophy, Doncaster, Gr.1; sire).
STUDY OF MAN (IRE) (Prix du Jockey Club, Chantilly, Gr.1, second in Prix Ganay, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1 Prix d'Ispahan, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1; sire).
LOVES ONLY YOU (JPN) (Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf, Gr.1, The Hong Kong Cup, Gr.1 Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Gr.1 Yushun Himba (Oaks) Gr.1).
GENTILDONNA (JPN) (Sheema Classic Gr.1 Arima Kinen Gr.1 Japan Cup, Gr.1 (twice), Yushun Himba (Oaks) Gr.1 Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Gr.1).
SHAHRYAR (JPN) (Dubai Sheema Classic Meydan, Gr.1 Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1).
SNOWFALL (JPN) (Oaks Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1 Irish Oaks, Curragh Gr.1).
FANCY BLUE (IRE) (Nassau Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1, Prix de Diane, Gr.1).
BEAUTY PARLOUR (GB) (Poule d'Essai des Pouliches, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1).
JUSTIN PALACE (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring), Kyoto, Gr.1).
GLORY VASE (JPN) (The Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1 (twice); sire)
KILLER ABILITY (JPN) (Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
ASK VICTOR MORE (JPN) (Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Hanshin, Gr.1).
LEI PAPALE (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1).
KEIAI NAUTIQUE (JPN) (NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
DANON KINGLY (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
ROGER BAROWS (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
AL AIN (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Gr.1; sire).
SATONO ARES (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire)
SATONO DIAMOND (JPN) (Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1; sire)
REAL STEEL (JPN) (DP World Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1; sire).
TOSEN STARDOM (JPN) (LKS Mackinnon Stakes, Flemington, Gr.1; sire).
DANON PLATINA (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire)
SATONO ALADDIN (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
MIKKI ISLE (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, NHK Mile Cup, Gr.1; sire).
DEE MAJESTY (JPN) (Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1; sire)
A SHIN HIKARI (JPN) (Prix d'Ispahan, Gr.1 Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1; sire)
DANON SHARK (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto Gr.1; sire).
REAL IMPACT (JPN) (George Ryder Stakes Gr.1 Yasuda Kinen Gr.1; sire).
KIZUNA (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
SPIELBERG (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup) Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
TOSEN RA (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1; sire).
DEEP BRILLANTE (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire)
POTAGER (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1).
MAKAHIKI (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1).
WORLD PREMIERE (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Hanshin, Gr.1).
FIEREMENT (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice); sire)
DANON PREMIUM (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire).
FIERCE IMPACT (JPN) (Makybe Diva Stakes, Flemington, Gr.1).
WAGNERIAN (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1).
DANON FANTASY (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
GRAN ALEGRIA (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Gr.1).
AKAITORINO MUSUME (JPN) (Shuka Sho, Hanshin, Gr.1).
VIVLOS (JPN) (DP World Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1, Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
JOUR POLAIRE (JPN) (Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1).
MIKKI QUEEN (JPN) (Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1, Yushun Himba (Oaks), Gr.1).
SINHALITE (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
MARIALITE (JPN) (Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1).
SHONAN PANDORA (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
LACHESIS (JPN) (Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto Gr.1).
SHONAN ADELA (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes Hanshin, Gr.1).
HARP STAR (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas) Hanshin Gr.1).
VERXINA (JPN) (Victoria Mile Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice))
MARCELLINA (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
AYUSAN (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas) Hanshin Gr.1).
JOIE DE VIVRE (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
PROFONDO (AUS) (Spring Champion Stakes, Randwick, Gr.1).
GLINT OF HOPE (JPN) (Australasian Oaks, Morphettville, Gr.1).
ADMIRABLE (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, Gr.2; sire)
VANQUISH RUN (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, Gr.2; sire).
WORLD ACE (JPN) (Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2; sire)
DANON BALLADE (JPN) (American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2; sire).
HIRABOKU DEEP (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, Gr.2; sire)
SMART ROBIN (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2; sire).
TOSEN HOMAREBOSHI (JPN) (Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2; sire)
His first crop of 130 foals will be two year olds in 2025
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986)
BTW 172 BTW
Deep Impact (JPN) (b 2002) 209 BTW
Rhodochrosite (USA) (gr. 2010) 1BTW
Wind In Her Hair (IRE) (1991) BTW 4BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Alzao (USA) 103 BTW Lyphard Lady Rebecca
Burghclere 3BTW Busted Highclere
Unbridled's Song (USA) (1993)
BTW 118 BTW
Folklore (USA) (2003) BTW
Unbridled (USA) 48 BTW Fappiano Gana Facil
Trolley Song (USA) 1BTW Caro Lucky Spell
Tiznow (USA) 90 BTW Cee's Tizzy Cee's Song
Contrive (USA) 2BTW Storm Cat Jeano
ThebestsonofDeepImpact. Firstyearlingshavemade$1,550,000x2, $650,000,$620,000,$610,000,etc.
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
Winning distances at 2 years and over 8f-9f
At 2 Won Hiiragi Sho, Nakayama, (8f. beating Mythologie (JPN) and Draupnir (JPN)), Two-Year-Old Newcomers Race, Tokyo, (8f. beating Curren Bouquetd'or (JPN) and Pele (JPN))
At 3 Won Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, (9f. beating Aerolithe (JPN) and Indy Champ (JPN)), Kyodo News Service Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, (9f beating Admire Mars (JPN) and Courageux Guerrier (JPN)), second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Roger Barows (JPN)), third in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Saturnalia (JPN)).
At 4 Won Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, (9f. beating Lucky Lilac (JPN) and Soul Stirring (JPN)), third in Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, (to Lucky Lilac (JPN)).
At 5 Won Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, (8f. beating Gran Alegria (JPN) and Schnell Meister (GER)), second in Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, (to Schnell Meister (GER))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
MY GOODNESS (USA), won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A., £16,877, placed once; dam of 7 winners including-
DANON KINGLY (JPN) (2016 c. by Deep Impact (JPN)), subject stallion. DANON LEGEND (USA) (2010 c. by Macho Uno (USA)), won 14 races at 2 to 6 years in Japan and £2,080,867 including The Capella Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, JBC Sprint, Kawasaki, L.R., Cluster Cup, Morioka, L.R. (twice), Hokkaido Sprint Cup, Mombetsu, L.R., Kurofune Sho, Kochi, L.R. (twice), Tokyo Hai, Ohi, L.R., Tokyo Sprint, Ohi, L.R., second in JBC Sprint, Ohi, L.R. and third in Tokyo Sprint, Ohi, L.R. and Hokkaido Sprint Cup, Mombetsu, L.R.; sire.
DANON GOOD (JPN) (2012 c. by Elusive Quality (USA)), won 16 races to 2023 in Japan and £1,282,017 including Keiyo Stakes, Nakayama, L.R., placed 19 times including third in Kurofune Sho, Kochi, L.R Figrare (USA) (2011 f. by Purge (USA)), ran twice in U.S.A.; dam of winners. WIZARD OF WESTWOOD (USA) (c by Tu Brutus (CHI)), won Cinema Stakes Santa Anita, placed second in Singletary Stakes Santa Anita, Baffle Stakes, Santa Anita and third in Pasadena Stakes Santa Anita L. Perfect Figure (USA) (f by Caracaro (USA)), winner to 2024 in U.S.A. and placed second in Presque Isle Debutante Stakes Presque Isle Downs.
2nd Dam
CARESSING (USA), Champion 2yr old filly in U.S.A. in 2000, won 5 races at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A and £599,390 including Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Singapore Plate Stakes, Arlington, Gr.3, La Troienne Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3, Bassinet Stakes, River Downs, L., second in Arlington Washington Lassie Stakes, Arlington, Gr.3; dam of 9 winners includingWEST COAST (USA) (c by Flatter (USA)), Champion 3yr old colt in U.S.A. in 2017, won 6 races at 3 years in U.S.A and £4,452,090 including Pennsylvania Derby, Parx Racing, Gr.1, NYRA Bets Travers Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Los Alamitos Derby, Gr.3, second in Awesome Again Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.1, Pegasus World Cup, Gulfstream Park, Gr.1, Dubai World Cup, Meydan, Gr.1, third in Breeders' Cup Classic, Del Mar, Gr.1; sire Gold Hawk (USA) (g by Empire Maker (USA)), won 12 races in U.S.A. and £150,803 and placed third in Lecomte Stakes Fair Grounds Gr.3
Juan And Bina (USA) (c by Indian Charlie (USA)), won 2 races in U.S.A. and £139,323 and placed third in Carry Back Stakes Gulfstream Park, Gr.3
3rd Dam
LOVIN TOUCH (USA) Joint 4th top rated 3yr old filly in Canada in 1983, won 4 races in U.S.A. including Selene Stakes, Woodbine Gr.2R. Mademoiselle Stakes, Keystone Race Track, second in Black Eyed Susan Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.2; dam of 9 winners includingPLATINUM BLONDE (USA), won 2 races at 2 years in U.S.A including Natalma Stakes, Woodbine, L., placed third in Miesque Stakes, Hollywood Park, Gr.3 Back Seat Babe (USA), won 3 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A. and placed third in Tizna Stakes, Santa Anita, L ; dam of winners.
OUR DANCING BABE (USA), won Valdale Stakes, Turfway Park. Back Seat Charm (USA), unraced; dam of BACK SEAT ROLL (USA), won Enchantress Stakes, Sunland Park, L.R., SAMURAI CHARM (USA), won Zia Park Distaff Stakes, second in Great Lady M Stakes, Los Alamitos, Gr.2 Calcade (USA), won 4 races in U.S.A., third in Vallejo Day Handicap, Solano ALINDA (USA), won 3 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners.
YES ITS LEGAL (USA), won Clasico Mister Frisky, Camarero Race Track, L. All My Lovin' (USA), unraced; dam of winners CELTIC CONVICTION (CAN), won Cup and Saucer Stakes, Woodbine, L.R.
sire reference
By DEEP IMPACT (JPN) (2002-Stud 2007), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2005. Champion older horse in Japan in 2006 Won 12 races, £7,280,362, 10f.-16f., Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2 Arima Kinen, Nakayama, L. Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, L., Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, L., Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, L., Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas) Nakayama, L. Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, L. Tokyo Yushun (Derby) L. second in Arima Kinen Nakayama, L. Sire ofCONTRAIL (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1 Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1 Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas) Nakayama, Gr.1 Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1 Kobe Shimbun Hai, Chukyo Gr.2; sire)
AUGUSTE RODIN (IRE) (Derby Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1 Irish Champion Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.1, Irish Derby, Curragh, Gr.1, Futurity Trophy Stakes, Doncaster, Gr.1, Prince of Wales's Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Breeders' Cup Turf, Gr.1).
SAXON WARRIOR (JPN) (2000 Guineas, Newmarket, Gr.1, Racing Post Trophy, Doncaster, Gr.1; sire)
STUDY OF MAN (IRE) (Prix du Jockey Club, Chantilly, Gr.1, second in Prix Ganay, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Prix d'Ispahan, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1; sire)
LOVES ONLY YOU (JPN) (Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf, Gr.1, The Hong Kong Cup, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Gr.1, Yushun Himba (Oaks), Gr.1).
GENTILDONNA (JPN) (Sheema Classic, Gr.1, Arima Kinen, Gr.1, Japan Cup, Gr.1 (twice), Yushun Himba (Oaks), Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Gr.1).
SHAHRYAR (JPN) (Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1, Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1).
SNOWFALL (JPN) (Oaks Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1, Irish Oaks, Curragh, Gr.1).
FANCY BLUE (IRE) (Nassau Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1, Prix de Diane, Gr.1).
DANON KINGLY (JPN) (subject stallion)
BEAUTY PARLOUR (GB) (Poule d'Essai des Pouliches, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1).
JUSTIN PALACE (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring), Kyoto, Gr.1).
GLORY VASE (JPN) (The Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1 (twice); sire).
KILLER ABILITY (JPN) (Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
ASK VICTOR MORE (JPN) (Kikuka Sho (St Leger) Hanshin, Gr.1).
LEI PAPALE (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1).
KEIAI NAUTIQUE (JPN) (NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
ROGER BAROWS (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1; sire)
AL AIN (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1 Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Gr.1; sire).
SATONO ARES (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire).
SATONO DIAMOND (JPN) (Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1; sire)
REAL STEEL (JPN) (DP World Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1; sire).
TOSEN STARDOM (JPN) (LKS Mackinnon Stakes, Flemington, Gr.1; sire)
DANON PLATINA (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire).
SATONO ALADDIN (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
MIKKI ISLE (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, NHK Mile Cup, Gr.1; sire).
DEE MAJESTY (JPN) (Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1; sire).
A SHIN HIKARI (JPN) (Prix d'Ispahan, Gr.1, Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1; sire).
DANON SHARK (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1; sire).
REAL IMPACT (JPN) (George Ryder Stakes, Gr.1, Yasuda Kinen, Gr.1; sire).
KIZUNA (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
SPIELBERG (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
TOSEN RA (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1; sire).
DEEP BRILLANTE (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
POTAGER (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1).
MAKAHIKI (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1).
WORLD PREMIERE (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup) Hanshin, Gr.1).
FIEREMENT (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup) Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice); sire).
DANON PREMIUM (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire).
FIERCE IMPACT (JPN) (Makybe Diva Stakes, Flemington Gr.1).
WAGNERIAN (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1).
DANON FANTASY (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
GRAN ALEGRIA (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Gr.1 Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Gr.1).
AKAITORINO MUSUME (JPN) (Shuka Sho, Hanshin, Gr.1).
VIVLOS (JPN) (DP World Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1, Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
JOUR POLAIRE (JPN) (Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1).
MIKKI QUEEN (JPN) (Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1, Yushun Himba (Oaks), Gr.1).
SINHALITE (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
MARIALITE (JPN) (Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1).
SHONAN PANDORA (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
LACHESIS (JPN) (Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1).
SHONAN ADELA (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
HARP STAR (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
VERXINA (JPN) (Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice))
MARCELLINA (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
AYUSAN (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
JOIE DE VIVRE (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
PROFONDO (AUS) (Spring Champion Stakes, Randwick, Gr.1).
GLINT OF HOPE (JPN) (Australasian Oaks, Morphettville, Gr.1).
ADMIRABLE (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial) Tokyo, Gr.2; sire)
VANQUISH RUN (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial) Tokyo, Gr.2; sire).
WORLD ACE (JPN) (Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2; sire)
DANON BALLADE (JPN) (American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2; sire)
HIRABOKU DEEP (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial) Tokyo, Gr.2; sire)
His first crop of 44 foals will be two year olds in 2025
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986) BTW 172 BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW
Deep Impact (JPN) (b 2002) 209 BTW
Wind In Her Hair (IRE) (1991) BTW 4BTW
Storm Cat (USA) (1983) BTW 177 BTW
My Goodness (USA) (b 2005) 3BTW
Caressing (USA) (1998) BTW 1BTW
Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Alzao (USA) 103 BTW Lyphard Lady Rebecca Burghclere 3BTW Busted Highclere
Storm Bird (CAN) 64 BTW Northern Dancer South Ocean
Terlingua (USA) 2BTW Secretariat Crimson Saint
Honour And Glory (USA) 74 BTW Relaunch Fair To All
Lovin Touch (USA) 2BTW Majestic Prince Forest Princess
racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 years and over 8f-12½f
At 2 Champion 2yr old colt in Japan in 2021. Won Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, (8f. beating Serifos (JPN) and Danon Scorpion (JPN)), Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L., (9f. beating Gran Cielo (JPN) and Ask Victor More (JPN)), Newcomer Race, Kokura, (9f. beating Gaia Force (JPN) and Feengrotten (JPN))
At 3 Won Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f beating Equinox (JPN) and Ask Victor More (JPN)), second in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho Deep Impact Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, (to Ask Victor More (JPN)), third in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Geoglyph (JPN)), fourth in Prix Niel, ParisLongchamp, Gr.2, (to Simca Mille (IRE))
At 4 Won Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (12½f beating Stars On Earth (JPN) and Titleholder (JPN)), Kyoto Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.2, (11f beating Matenro Leo (JPN) and Pradaria (JPN)), fourth in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Equinox (JPN)).
At 5 Won Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f beating Shin Emperor (FR) and Durezza (JPN)), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (10f beating Tastiera (JPN) and Ho O Biscuits (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
DUST AND DIAMONDS (USA), won 6 races at 2 to 4 years in U.S.A. and £319,273 including Gallant Bloom Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.2, Sugar Swirl Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3, Dashing Beauty Stakes, Delaware Park, second in Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint, Santa Anita, Gr.1, third in Debutante Stakes, Presque Isle Downs, L.; Own sister to Personal Interest (USA); dam of 6 winners including-
DO DEUCE (JPN) (2019 c. by Heart's Cry (JPN)), subject stallion.
Much Better (USA) (2016 r. by Pioneerof The Nile (USA)), won 7 races at 2 to 8 years, 2024 in U.S.A. second in Bay Shore Stakes Aqueduct Gr.3 Zuma Beach Stakes Santa Anita, L. and third in Sham Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.3 FULLEREN (JPN) (2017 f. by Pioneerof The Nile (USA)) won 4 races at 2, 3 and 5 years in Japan and £559,791 also fourth in Ladies Prelude, Oi L.R.
LONSDALEITE (JPN) (2018 c. by Deep Impact (JPN)) won 2 races at 3 and 5 years, 2023 in Japan and £169,357 and placed once.
LEGALLINI (USA) (2014 f. by Hard Spun (USA)) won 1 race at 2 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners.
TIN TIN DEO (JPN), winner to 2024 in Japan.
2nd Dam
MAJESTICALLY (USA), won 2 races at 2 years in U.S.A.; dam of 7 winners includingSandra (USA) (f by Bluegrass Cat (USA)), won 1 race at 2 years in U.S.A., placed second in Key Cents Stakes, Aqueduct, R.; dam of winners. WATER'S EDGE (USA), won Haynesfield Stakes, Aqueduct, R. Personal Interest (USA) (c by Vindication (USA)), placed 7 times at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A., second in Foolish Pleasure Stakes, Calder; sire
3rd Dam
DARLING DAME (USA), won 5 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A. including Santa Clara Invitational Handicap, Bay Meadows, L.R., James Wiggins Breeders' Cup Handicap Solano, Fair Director's Handicap, Santa Rosa, placed second in Mayme Dotson Breeders' Cup Handicap, Stockton, Watch Wendy Handicap, Golden Gate Running Luck Ranch Handicap Bay Meadows, San Jose Breeders' Cup Handicap Bay Meadows, R and third in Brown Bess Breeders' Cup Handicap Bay Meadows; Own sister to Grand Door Prize (USA); dam of 5 winners including-
MAJESTIC VINTAGE (USA) won 8 races at 2 to 5 years in U.S.A. including TTA Sales Futurity (c&g), Lone Star Park, L.R. placed second in Clem McSpadden Mem. Route 66 Stakes, Will Rogers Downs and third in Manor Downs Thoroughbred Futurity, Manor Downs.
Musical Chairs (USA), won 6 races in U.S.A., second in Camino Real Mile Stakes, Albuquerque and third in Express Handicap, Albuquerque; sire
The next dam DARLING LADY (USA), placed twice at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of 4 winners includingDARLING DAME (USA), see above.
Grand Door Prize (USA), won 2 races at 3 years in U.S.A and placed second in Round Table Handicap, Bay Meadows. Lovely Martha (USA), unraced; dam of winners SAND SPRINGS (USA), won Diana Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Just A Game Breeders' Cup Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.2, Lake Placid Handicap, Saratoga, Gr.2, Honey Fox Handicap, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3
sire reference
By HEART'S CRY (JPN) (2001-Stud 2007), Champion older horse in Japan in 2005, Top rated older stayer in U.A.E. in 2006, Won 5 races, £4,681,007, 10f.12½f., Dubai Sheema Classic, Nad Al Sheba, Gr.1, Arima Kinen, Nakayama, L., Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Kyoto, L. Wakaba Stakes Hanshin, L. second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes Ascot Gr.1 Sire ofDO DEUCE (JPN) (subject stallion).
CONTINUOUS (JPN) (St Leger Stakes, Doncaster, Gr.1 Great Voltigeur Stakes, York Gr.2 Royal Whip Stakes Curragh, Gr.3 Prix Thomas Bryon, Saint-Cloud Gr.3 second in King Edward VII Stakes Ascot Gr.2).
SALIOS (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1 Mainichi Okan Tokyo, Gr.2 (twice), Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3 second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, third in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, The Hong Kong Mile, Sha Tin, Gr.1; sire).
SUAVE RICHARD (JPN) (Longines Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2, Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2, Kyodo News Service Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1; sire).
YOSHIDA (JPN) (NYRA Bets Woodward Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Old Forester Turf Classic, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Hill Prince Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.3, James W Murphy Stakes, Pimlico, L., second in Whitney Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1; sire).
CHEVAL GRAND (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2, Hanshin Daishoten, Gr.2, second in Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice); sire).
ONE AND ONLY (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1; sire).
JUST A WAY (JPN) (Dubai Duty Free Stakes, Meydan, Gr.1, Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
TIME FLYER (JPN) (Hopeful Stakes Nakayama Gr.1 Elm Stakes Sapporo, Gr.3 Hagi Stakes, Kyoto, L.R., second in Chunichi Sports Hai Musashino Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 Kyoto Nisai Stakes Kyoto, Gr.3).
ADMIRE RAKTI (JPN) (Crown Golden Ale Caulfield Cup, Caulfield Gr.1 Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 second in Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2 Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2 third in Kinko Sho, Chukyo Gr.2 American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama Gr.2).
LYS GRACIEUX (JPN) (Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1 WS Cox Plate, Moonee Valley Gr.1 Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1, second in Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
NUOVO RECORD (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, Kansai Telecasting Corp.Sho Rose Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, Red Carpet Handicap, Del Mar, Gr.3, second in Longines Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice), Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1, Sankei Sho All Comers, Nakayama, Gr.2, Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in Oka Sho (Japanese 1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
CHUCK NATE (JPN) (American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2).
VICTIPHARUS (JPN) (Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, third in Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2).
WIN VARIATION (JPN) (Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire)
HISHI IGUAZU (JPN) (Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 (twice), Nikkan Sports Sho Nakayama Kimpai, Gr.3, second in The Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
SUAVE ARAMIS (JPN) (Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Chukyo Gr.2 Elm Stakes Hakodate, Gr.3, March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
GO FOR THE SUMMIT (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2).
FAME GAME (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2 Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2 Diamond Stakes Tokyo, Gr.3 (3 times) Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3 second in Tenno Sho (Spring) Kyoto, Gr.1 Sportsnippon Sho Stayers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2).
CURREN MIROTIC (JPN) (Kinko Sho, Chukyo Gr.2 second in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1).
CAPOTE STAR (JPN) (Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2).
GUSTAVE CRY (JPN) (Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2).
MEISHO MIMOSA (JPN) (Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Gr.2).
SHADOW DIVA (JPN) (Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2). NO ONE (JPN) (Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2).
DANON BELUGA (JPN) (Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Dubai Turf, Gr.1, third in Dubai Turf, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Gr.1).
CATEDRAL (JPN) (Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Nakayama, Gr.3, Toki Stakes, Niigata, L., third in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
HARPER (JPN) (Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, third in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Gr.1, Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
ADMIRE MIYABI (JPN) (Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, third in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
NOTTURNO (JPN) (Japan Dirt Derby, Oi, L.R., Nagoya Grand Prix, Nagoya, L., Saga Kinen, Saga L. second in Tokyo Daishoten, Oi Gr.1).
WAKEA (JPN) (Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L., second in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho Deep Impact Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 third in Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
HEART'S HISTOIRE (JPN) (Sapporo Nikkei Open Sapporo, L.).
SHURI (JPN) (Tanigawadake Stakes Niigata, L. Rigel Stakes Hanshin, L.).
To stand his first season at stud in 2025
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
22 1- 20,667
431 -272,638
Total9 6- £1,089,768
Winning distances at 2 years and over 6f-7f
At 2 Won Maiden Special Weight, Del Mar, (6f. beating Blue Navy Blue (USA) and Legitimate (USA)).
At 3 Champion sprinter in U.S.A. in 2016 Won TwinSpires Breeders' Cup Sprint, Santa Anita, Gr.1 (6f. beating Mind Your Biscuits (USA) and A P Indian (USA)), Ketel One King's Bishop Stakes, Saratoga Gr.1 (7f. beating Economic Model (USA) and Noholdingback Bear (USA)) Allowance Optional Claimer, Santa Anita (6½f beating The Gomper (USA) and Why Two (USA)) Allowance Optional Claimer, Santa Anita, (6f. beating Forest Blue (USA) and One More Roll (USA))
At 4 Won Forego Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, (7f beating Awesome Slew (USA) and Tom's Ready (USA))
sire reference
By GIO PONTI (USA) (2005-Stud 2012), Champion older horse in U.S.A. in 2009, Won 12 races, £3,923,958 7f.-11f. Turf Mile Gr.1 (twice), Man O'War Stakes Gr.1 (twice), Arlington Million, Gr.1, Manhattan Handicap, Gr.1, Frank E Kilroe Mile Handicap Gr.1 second in Arlington Million, Gr.1 (twice), Man O'War Stakes Gr.1 Breeders' Cup Mile Gr.1 Manhattan Handicap Gr.1 Breeders' Cup Classic Gr.1 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic Inv. Stakes Gr.1 third in Manhattan Handicap Gr.1 Sire of DREFONG (USA) (subject stallion), OLYMPIC RUNNER (USA) (King Edward Stakes, Gr.2 second in Connaught Cup Stakes Gr.2), AMERICA'S TALE (USA) (Inside Information Stakes Gr.2), GRAY'S FABLE (USA) (Appleton Stakes, Gr.3), GUCCI FACTOR (USA) (Poker Stakes, Gr.3), LONG RUNNER (TUR) (Akdeniz Derbisi Stakes, L. (twice), second in Topkapi Trophy, Gr.2), LEGEND WARRIOR (USA) (Clasico Arquimedes Fat Fernandez D Arquimedes, L.), DUBINI (USA) (Laurel Dash Stakes, L.), MISS TECHNICALITY (USA) (Exacta Kentucky Downs Juvenile Fillies Stakes, L.), PLANCHART (USA) (Corrib Stakes, L.), CORDERO (AUS) (Australia Day Cup, L.), SIR DUDLEY DIGGES (CAN) (Old Friends Stakes, R.), ZANOTTI (USA) (Queens County Stakes, second in Monmouth Cup Stakes, Gr.3), RUN TIME (USA) (H Allen Jerkins Stakes), TACO (USA) (Texas Heritage Stakes), GIOVANNA BLUES (USA) (Flaming Page Stakes, second in Robert G Dick Memorial Stakes, Gr.3). best progeny
GEOGLYPH (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3, second in Sapporo Kinen, Sapporo, Gr.2, Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, third in Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, fourth in Saudi Cup, King Abdulaziz, Gr.1). MIKKI FIGHT (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Leopard Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3, second in Japan Dirt Classic, Oi, L., third in Unicorn Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3). ANDES VIENTO (JPN) (Turtle Bowl (IRE): Kanto Oaks, Kawasaki, L.).
THERMAL WIND (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Shinetsu Stakes, Niigata, L., second in Toki Stakes, Niigata, L., Shunrai Stakes, Nakayama, L.).
CONSIGLIERE (JPN) (Spanish Steps (USA): Oasis Stakes, Tokyo, L., third in Saudi Derby Cup, King Abdulaziz, Gr.3 Hyogo Championship, Sonoda, L.R.).
DESIERTO (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Green Channel Cup, Tokyo, L., Wakaba Stakes Hanshin, L.).
Warp Speed (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): second in Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2 third in Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 fourth in Sportsnippon Sho Stayers Stakes Nakayama, Gr.2).
Water Licht (JPN) (Victoire Pisa (JPN): second in Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto Gr.3 third in Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen Kyoto, Gr.3).
Mask All Win (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): second in Fairy Stakes Nakayama, Gr.3 Toki Stakes, Niigata, L.).
Taisei Drefong (JPN) (Twining (USA): second in Leopard Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3, Hosu Stakes, Chukyo, L., fourth in Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3). Sunrise Flame (JPN) (Afleet (CAN): second in Ritto Stakes, Kyoto, L., third in Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Enif Stakes, Chukyo, L.).
Carne Asada (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): second in Yodo Tankyori Stakes, Chukyo, L., fourth in Shunrai Stakes, Nakayama, L., Keiyo Stakes, Nakayama, L.).
Tagano Christel (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): second in Ritto Stakes, Kyoto, L., third in Sparking Lady Cup, Kawasaki, L.R., fourth in Subaru Stakes, Kyoto, L.). Historic Nova (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): second in Edelweiss Sho, Mombetsu, L.R.).
Kawakita Reverie (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): third in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2).
Continuar (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): third in UAE Derby, Meydan, Gr.2).
T O Drefong (JPN) (Brian's Time (USA): third in Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3).
Cours Mirabeau (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): third in Kisaragi Sho, Chukyo, Gr.3 Brilliant Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
Vibraphone (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): third in Sparking Lady Cup, Kawasaki L.). Kurino Hallelujah (JPN) (Shonan Kampf (JPN): third in Kobai Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
Sail On Sailor (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): third in Hosu Stakes Chukyo L.).
stud
record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£)
2021 92 3133432606229 00
2022 20694150 2038667221 0175183
2023 286155 278380 12844877 01364873
2024 316139 228407 10003559 00
Sire of the winners of 689 races and 34121886plus 01540056
2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£)
2019 129 119 103 345 449 19066190 00 1419652
1003777 18 351093 00 0 2023 120 From 4 crops of racing age sire of 269 winners of 689 races and £35,661,942 at home and abroad
extended pedigree
1st Dam
ELTIMAAS (USA), unraced; dam of 6 winners includingDREFONG (USA) (2013 c. by Gio Ponti (USA)), subject stallion.
2nd Dam
Najecam (USA), won 6 races at 2 to 5 years in U.S.A. and £110,719 and placed second in Princess Stakes, Hollywood Park, Gr.2 and third in San Clemente Stakes, Del Mar, Gr.2R.; Own sister to Lady Ilsley (USA); dam of 4 winners includingACTION THIS DAY (USA) (c by Kris S (USA)), Champion 2yr old colt in U.S.A in 2003 won 2 races at 2 years in U.S.A. and £513,702 including Bessemer Trust Breeders' Cup Juvenile Santa Anita, Gr.1; sire
DYNACAM (USA) won 1 race at 2 years and placed 3 times; dam of winners. Ensuring (GB) 4 races at 2 and 4 years at home and in Hong Kong and £499,645 and placed third in The Sa Sa Ladies' Purse, Sha Tin, L.
3rd Dam
SUE WARNER (USA), unraced; dam of 7 winners includingLady Ilsley (USA), won 2 races at 2 and 3 years in France, second in Prix de la Cochère, Chantilly, L., third in Prix de Lieurey, Deauville, L.; dam of winners. LORD ADMIRAL (USA), won Haafhd Jebel Hatta, Nad Al Sheba, Gr.2, placed third in Tattersalls Gold Cup, Curragh, Gr.1; sire Lynnwood Chase (USA), placed once in France; dam of STAR CATCHER (GB), 5 races including British Champions Fillies/Mare Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Irish Oaks, Curragh, Gr.1, Prix Vermeille, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, CANNOCK CHASE (USA), won Canadian International Stakes, Woodbine, Gr.1; sire, PISCO SOUR (USA), won Prix Eugène Adam, Maisons-Laffitte, Gr.2 Quiet Down (USA), won 1 race at 2 years in U.S.A and placed third in Blue Hen Stakes, Delaware Park, L.; dam of winners.
QUIET MEADOW (USA), won L & D Farm Turf Distaff Stakes, Tampa Bay Downs, L.R., placed second in Noble Damsel Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.3 (twice); dam of SPECIAL MISSILE (AUS) won Darley Scone Cup, Scone, L. SISTER IN ARMS (USA),winner in U.S.A.; dam of BANKIT (USA), won Commentator Stakes, Belmont Park, R. (twice), second in Razorback Handicap, Oaklawn Park, Gr.3 and third in Monmouth Cup, Monmouth Park, Gr.3
The next dam BITTY GIRL Joint Champion 2yr old filly in England in 1973, won 8 races at home and in U.S.A. including Queen Mary Stakes, Ascot Gr.2 placed second in King's Stand Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1; Own sister to HOT SPARK; dam of 5 winners includingBEAUDELAIRE (USA), won 4 races at 2 and 3 years at home and in France including Prix Maurice de Gheest, Deauville, Gr.2; sire
MEMENTO (USA), won 1 race at 3 years viz Ballycorus Stakes, Leopardstown, L., placed second in Kilruddery Stakes, Leopardstown, L.; sire
Nijit (USA), won 5 races at 2 to 4 years in U.S.A. and placed third in Cotillion Stakes, Keystone Race Track, Gr.2; dam of winners
SPANISH PARADE (USA), won Mrs Revere Stakes, Churchill Downs, L.; third dam of SHE'S A JULIE (USA), won Ogden Phipps Stakes, Belmont Pk, Gr.1, BODEMEISTER (USA), won Arkansas Derby, Oaklawn Park, Gr.1; sire
Willa Dear (USA), unraced; dam of SHERINE (USA), won Comely Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.2 and East View Stakes, Aqueduct, L.R.
Size Six (USA), unraced; dam of winners.
Babysix (USA), winner in Brazil and placed second in Classico Primavera, Taruma, L.; dam of HOT SIX (BRZ), won Grande Premio Asoc Latinoamericana de Jockey Clubes, Cidade Jardim, Gr.1
Tale of The Cat (USA) (1994) BTW 109 BTW
Storm Cat (USA) 177 BTW
Gio Ponti (USA) (b 2005) 16BTW
Eltimaas (USA) (b. 2007) 1BTW
Chipeta Springs (USA) (1989) BTP 4BTW
Ghostzapper (USA) (2000) BTW 103 BTW
Najecam (USA) (1993) BTP 1BTW
Storm Bird Terlingua
Yarn (USA) 3BTW Mr Prospector Narrate
Alydar (USA) 77 BTW Raise A Native Sweet Tooth
Salt Spring (ARG) 2BTP Salt Marsh Jungle Mythologic
Awesome Again (CAN) 71 BTW Deputy Minister Primal Force
Baby Zip (USA) 3BTW Relaunch Thirty Zip
Trempolino (USA) 73 BTW Sharpen Up Trephine
Sue Warner (USA) 3BTP Forli Bitty Girl
EclipseAwardSprintChampion. Sireof22Stakesperformers includingtheSatsukiSho (Japanese2000Guineas)-G1 winnerGeoglyph.
racingcareer
Year Age Starts Wins 2nd3rd 4thEarnings
222
3541
43
1- -£5,473,172
Winning distances at 2 and 3 years 9f-12½f
At 2 Won Hyakunichiso Tokubetsu, Tokyo, (10f beating Rain From Heaven (JPN) and Veloce Oro (JPN)), Two-Year-Old Newcomers Race Sapporo, (10f beating Escobar (JPN) and Autostrada (JPN)).
At 3 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2021. Won Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (12½f. beating Deep Bond (JPN) and Chrono Genesis (JPN)), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (10f beating Contrail (JPN) and Gran Alegria (JPN)), Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, (10f beating Titleholder (JPN) and Stella Veloce (JPN)), Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, (9f. beating Victipharus (JPN) and Shahryar (JPN)), second in Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Shahryar (JPN)).
sire reference
By EPIPHANEIA (JPN) (2010-Stud 2016), Won 6 races, £4,616,155 9f.-15f. Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Kikuka Sho (St Leger) Kyoto, Gr.1 Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, Radio Nikkei Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, L. second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1 Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1 Sire of-
DARING TACT (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Oka Sho (Japanese 1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1, Elfin Stakes, Kyoto, L., second in Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2, third in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
BLOW THE HORN (JPN) (Takarazuka Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.1, Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2, Sapporo Nikkei Open, Sapporo, L.R., second in Tenno Sho (Spring), Kyoto, Gr.1, third in Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2, Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate, Gr.3).
DANON DECILE (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3, fourth in Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3). STELLENBOSCH (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, second in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1, third in Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
TEN HAPPY ROSE (JPN) (Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1, Toki Stakes, Niigata, L., second in Shinetsu Stakes, Niigata, L., third in Artemis Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3). EFFORIA (JPN) (subject stallion)
CIRCLE OF LIFE (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1, Artemis Stakes, Tokyo Gr.3 third in Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2 fourth in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas) Hanshin, Gr.1 Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
MORYANA (JPN) (Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 third in Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes Hanshin, Gr.2 Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3).
IZU JO NO KISEKI (JPN) (Ireland Trophy Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Wasurenagusa Sho, Hanshin L. third in Challenge Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, fourth in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2).
ARISTOTELES (JPN) (American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, Kyoto Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2).
SELBERG (JPN) (Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3, third in Kokura Daishoten, Kokura, Gr.3, fourth in Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Nakayama, Gr.3).
EPIPHANY (JPN) (Kokura Daishoten, Kokura, Gr.3, second in Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Kokura, Gr.3, fourth in Challenge Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3). BYZANTINE DREAM (JPN) (Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, Gr.3). JUSTIN CAFE (JPN) (Epsom Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.3, third in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, fourth in Epsom Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, Tokyo Shimbun Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3). IPHEION (JPN) (Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
CHANCE THE ROSES (JPN) (Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
ORTHOCLASE (JPN) (Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L., second in Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Hanshin, Gr.1, Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
VOLLER BLUTE (JPN) (Kobai Stakes, Chukyo, L.).
Verona City (JPN) (second in Kyoto Shimbun Hai Chukyo Gr.2 Wakaba Stakes, Hanshin, L., Shirayuri Stakes, Chukyo, L., third in Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3). Sky Groove (JPN) (second in Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2 Kyoto Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3 Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3).
Sonnet Phrase (JPN) (second in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2). Musica (JPN) (second in Kansai Tel Corp Sho Rose Stakes, Chukyo Gr.2). Season's Gift (JPN) (second in New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 Flower Cup, Nakayama Gr.3).
Arsenaal (JPN) (second in Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3).
Sunrise Sieg (JPN) (second in Unicorn Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
Win Odin (JPN) (second in Niigata Nisai Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
World Revival (JPN) (second in Radio Nikkei Sho, Fukushima, Gr.3). Nishino Love Wink (JPN) (second in Flower Cup, Nakayama, Gr.3).
Clavel (JPN) (second in Mermaid Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1, Niigata Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
KATIES HEART (JPN) won 3 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan and £273,700; dam of 4 winners-
EFFORIA (JPN) (2018 c. by Epiphaneia (JPN)), subject stallion.
Perifania (JPN) (2020 f. by Maurice (JPN)), won 2 races at 2 and 4 years, 2024 in Japan and £475,183 and placed 4 times including third in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1 and Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2
ISOLA FELICE (JPN) (2021 f. by Satono Crown (JPN)), won 2 races at 2 and 3 years, 2024 in Japan and £100,415
VANGUARD'S HEART (JPN) (2019 c. by Harbinger (GB)), won 1 race at 3 years in Japan and £149,462 and placed 7 times
2nd Dam
KATIES FIRST (USA), won 4 races at home and in France and £40,870 including Remembrance Day Stakes, Doncaster, L. and Prix du Cercle, Deauville, L.; dam of 10 winners includingThor Hammer (JPN) (c by Helissio (FR)), won 6 races in Japan, £746,472 and second in UHB Hai, Hakodate L. and Sapporo Nikkan Sports Hai, Sapporo, L. Go Steady (JPN) (c by Tony Bin) won 6 races in Japan and placed third in Nikkan Sports Sho Nakayama Kim Pai Tokyo, L.
KATIES GEM (JPN) won 2 races at 2 and 3 years in Japan; dam of winners Wittelsbach (JPN) 3 races, third in New Zealand Trophy Nakayama, Gr.2
KATIES GIFT (JPN), won 1 race at 3 years in Japan; dam of winners.
DADDY'S VIVID (JPN) 4 races in Japan including Shinetsu Stakes, Niigata, L., Tachibana Stakes, Chukyo, L., placed second in Hankyu Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3 and third in Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2
Katie Pride (JPN), 5 races in Japan, placed second in Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate, Gr.3 and third in The Challenge Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3
QUEENS DAGGER (USA), won 1 race at 3 years; dam of winners.
MEISHO SUZURAN (JPN), 2 races in Japan; dam of Meisho Shobu (JPN), 1 race in Japan and placed second in New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2, Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, Meisho Gekirin (JPN), 3 races to 2024 in Japan and placed third in Kisaragi Sho, Chukyo, Gr.3, Meisho Alison (JPN), 5 races in Japan, placed second in Coral Stakes, Hanshin, L.
FARE SALTI (JPN), won 1 race at 3 years in Japan and £38,364; dam of winners
Jasper Barows (JPN), 2 races at 2 and 3 years, 2023 in Japan and placed third in Hosu Stakes, Kyoto, L.
Katies Best (JPN), ran in Japan at 3 years; dam of winners.
Grace Un (JPN), 1 race in Japan and third in Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 My Katies (JPN), unraced; dam of winners.
ADMIRE MOON (JPN) Champion older horse in Japan in 2007, Top rated older miler in U.A.E. in 2007 10 races including Dubai Duty Free Stakes Nad Al Sheba, Gr.1 Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 Kyoto Kinen Kyoto, Gr.2 Sapporo Kinen Sapporo, L. Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, L. placed second in Cathay Pacific Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1 and third in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1; sire Pray (JPN), 1 race in Japan, second in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2 First Chair (JPN), placed once in Japan; dam of FULL DEPTH LEADER (JPN) 6 races in Japan including Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3, Logi Harbin (JPN), 1 race in Japan and placed second in Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3
3rd Dam
KATIES, Champion 3yr old filly in England in 1984, Joint 2nd top rated 3yr old filly in Europe in 1984, won 4 races at 2 and 3 years including Irish 1000 Guineas, Curragh, Gr.1, Coronation Stakes, Ascot, Gr.2, placed second in Queen Elizabeth II Stakes, Ascot, Gr.2, Child Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.3; dam of 12 winners includingHISHI AMAZON (USA), Champion 2 & 3yr old filly in Japan in 1993 & 1994, Champion older mare in Japan in 1995, won 10 races in Japan including Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, L. Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes Nakayama, L. Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, L., Queen Elizabeth II Commemorative Cup, Kyoto, L. placed second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1; third dam of CAGLIOSTRO (JPN) 3 races in Japan including Tachibana Stakes, Kyoto, L.
WHAT KATY DID (USA) won 3 races at 3 and 4 years at home and in France including Prix Tantième, Maisons-Laffitte L. placed second in Preis von Koln Cologne, L. and third in Prix Lovelace, Maisons-Laffitte, L.; dam of winners
SLEEPLESS NIGHT (JPN) Champion sprinter in Japan in 2008 9 races in Japan including Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, CBC Sho, Chukyo, Gr.3, placed second in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1
ADMIRE LIGHT (JPN), 3 races in Japan; dam of BELUGA (JPN), 2 races in Japan including KBS Kyoto Sho Fantasy Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3
HISHI PINNACLE (USA), won 4 races in Japan including Kansai Telecasting Corp. Sho Rose Stakes, Hanshin, L.; dam of winners
HISHI NILE (USA), won 2 races in Japan including Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, L., placed third in Flower Cup, Nakayama, L.; dam of winners
Jet Route (USA), won 3 races in U.S.A and placed second in Queen Breeders' Cup Stakes, Turfway Park, L.; third dam of EEYAN (JPN), 3 races at 3 years, 2023 in Japan including New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2, PRAY AND REAL (JPN), 3 races in Japan including Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3
His first crop will be yearlings in 2025
Symboli Kris S (USA) (1999)
BTW 35 BTW
Epiphaneia (JPN) (b. 2010) 18 BTW
Katies Heart (JPN) (b 2009) 1BTW
Cesario (JPN) (2002) BTW 3BTW
Heart's Cry (JPN) (2001)
BTW 69 BTW
Katies First (USA) (1987) BTW 2BTP
Kris S (USA) 90 BTW Roberto Sharp Queen
Tee Kay (USA) 1BTW Gold Meridian Tri Argo
Special Week (JPN) 25 BTW Sunday Silence Campaign Girl
Kirov Premiere (GB) 1BTW Sadler's Wells Querida
Sunday Silence (USA) 172 BTW Halo Wishing Well
Irish Dance (JPN) 1BTW Tony Bin Buper Dance
Kris 82 BTW Sharpen Up Doubly Sure
Katies 5BTW Nonoalco Mortefontaine
2021JRAHorseoftheYear
WontheSatsukiSho (Japanese2000Guineas)-G1, theTennoSho(Autumn)-G1, andtheArimaKinen(theGrandPrix)-G1at3.
racing career
Total14621
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-15f
2£4,616,155
At 2 Won Radio Nikkei Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, (10f beating Bad Boy (JPN) and Kizuna (JPN)), Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, L., (10f beating Dantsu Atlas (JPN) and T M Dai Power (JPN)), a Two-Year-Old Maiden Race, Kyoto, (9f. beating Red Giselle (JPN) and Kurino Star O (JPN))
At 3 Won Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, (15f beating Satono Noblesse (JPN) and Bande (IRE)), Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, (12f beating Majesty Hearts (JPN) and Satono Noblesse (JPN)), second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Kizuna (JPN)), Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Logotype (JPN)), fourth in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, (to Camino Tassajara (JPN))
At 4 Won Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f beating Just A Way (JPN) and Spielberg (JPN)), third in Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, (to Kizuna (JPN)), fourth in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (to Designs On Rome (IRE)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
CESARIO (JPN) Champion 3yr old filly in Japan in 2005 won 5 races at 2 and 3 years in Japan and in U.S.A. and £1,395,734 including American Oaks Invitational Stakes, Hollywood Park, Gr.1, Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, L.; dam of 10 winners includingEPIPHANEIA (JPN) (2010 c. by Symboli Kris S (USA)), subject stallion SATURNALIA (JPN) (2016 c. by Lord Kanaloa (JPN)), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2019, won 6 races in Japan and £3,669,785 including Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1; sire. LEONTES (JPN) (2013 c. by King Kamehameha (JPN)), Champion 2yr old colt in Japan, won 2 races at 2 years in Japan and £713,783 including Asahi Hai Futurity, Hanshin, Gr.1, second in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2; sire Globe Theatre (JPN) (2014 c. by King Kamehameha (JPN)), won 5 races at 2 to 4 years in Japan and £653,561 third in Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 Lupercalia (JPN) (2018 c. by Maurice (JPN)), won 2 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan and £409,059 second in Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Chukyo, Gr.2 Rosalind (JPN) (2011 f. by Symboli Kris S (USA)), placed once in Japan; dam ofAUTHORITY (JPN) (c by Orfevre (JPN)), won Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2 (twice), TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2, placed second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, third in Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1
sire reference
By SYMBOLI KRIS S (USA) (1999-Stud 2004), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2002, Won 8 races, £5,152,329, 8f.-12½f., Arima Kinen, Nakayama, L. (twice), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Nakayama, L. (twice), Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, L., TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, L., third in Japan Cup, Nakayama, Gr.1 (twice). Sire of EPIPHANEIA (JPN) (subject stallion), LE VENT SE LEVE (JPN) (Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, Unicorn Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Morioka, L.R , Japan Dirt Derby, Ohi, L.R., ZenNippon Nisai Yushun, Kawasaki, L.R.; sire), STRONG RETURN (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire), ALFREDO (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity, Nakayama, Gr.1, second in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1), SUCCESS BROCKEN (JPN) (February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, Tokyo Daishoten - Grand Prix de Tokyo, Ohi, L., Japan Dirt Derby, Ohi, L., third in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1), SAN CARLO (JPN) (Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2 (twice), New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2, Hankyu Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 (twice), third in Sprinters Stakes Nakayama, Gr.1; sire) MITRA (JPN) (Kinko Sho, Chukyo Gr.2 Fukushima Kinen Fukushima Gr.3 New Year Stakes, Nakayama, L.), YULE SINGING (JPN) (St. Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 Niigata Daishoten, Niigata, Gr.3), SHONAN LAGOON (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, Gr.2), ALISEO (JPN) (Mainichi Okan Tokyo, Gr.2 Fuji-TV Sho Spring Stakes (Gns Trial) Nakayama, Gr.2 Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, L.), SATONO TITAN (JPN) (March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Brazil Cup, Tokyo, L.), CORTESIA (JPN) (Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, Gr.3), SUNRISE SOAR (JPN) (Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, Nagoya Daishoten, Nagoya, L.R., third in Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1), AIR ANTHEM (JPN) (Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate, Gr.3, Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, L.), SOLOR (JPN) (March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Marine Stakes, Hakodate, L.), RENFORCER (JPN) (Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3, The Saga Kinen, Saga, L.R., Urawa Kinen, Urawa, L.R., Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L.R., Marine Stakes, Hakodate, L ), SATONO APOLLO (JPN) (Chunichi Shimbun Hai, Chukyo, Gr.3), SILENT MELODY (JPN) (March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, third in Tokai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2), MONTE KRIS S (JPN) (Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Nigawa Stakes, Hanshin, L., third in Sports Nippon Sho Stayer's Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2), MACHIKANENIHOMBARE (JPN) (Elm Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3, Marine Stakes, Sapporo, L., Brilliant Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£)
2019-21377 190322 691317495002 264406
2022 373139 203428 13560577 116430
2023 403141 205429 13129616 3118811
2024 383129 169376 15245995 00
Sire of the winners of 899 races and 73685688 plus 6399647
2024 data to October
By crop
Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2017-19 442 404 267 621 1382 52869864 26 399647
2020 155 14189 159 320 96220080 00
2021 160 14671 103 193 10120493 00 0 2022 15050161629 10733230 00
2023 119 From 6 crops of racing age sire of 444 winners of 905 races and £74,085,335 at home and abroad
best progeny
DARING TACT (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1, Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, Elfin Stakes, Kyoto, L., second in Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2, third in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1, Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1). EFFORIA (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1).
BLOW THE HORN (JPN) (Durandal (JPN): Takarazuka Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.1, Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2 Sapporo Nikkei Open Sapporo L.R. second in Tenno Sho (Spring), Kyoto, Gr.1, third in Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2).
STELLENBOSCH (JPN) (Rulership (JPN): Oka Sho (1000 Guineas) Hanshin, Gr.1 second in Yushun Himba (Oaks) Tokyo, Gr.1 Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1 third in Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
DANON DECILE (JPN) (Congrats (USA): Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1 Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3 fourth in Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
CIRCLE OF LIFE (JPN) (Admire Japan (JPN): Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1, Artemis Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, third in Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2).
TEN HAPPY ROSE (JPN) (Tanino Gimlet (JPN): Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1, Toki Stakes, Niigata, L., third in Artemis Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
MORYANA (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2).
IZU JO NO KISEKI (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Ireland Trophy Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, fourth in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1).
ARISTOTELES (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, Kyoto Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2, fourth in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Hanshin, Gr.1).
SELBERG (JPN) (Kinshasa No Kiseki (AUS): Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3).
JUSTIN CAFE (JPN) (Workforce (GB): Epsom Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.3, third in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1).
EPIPHANY (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Kokura Daishoten, Kokura, Gr.3, second in Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Kokura, Gr.3).
BYZANTINE DREAM (JPN) (Jungle Pocket (JPN): Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, Gr.3).
IPHEION (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
CHANCE THE ROSES (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): Ivy Stakes Tokyo L.).
ORTHOCLASE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L. second in Kikuka Sho (St Leger) Hanshin, Gr.1 Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama Gr.1 third in Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen Nakayama, Gr.2).
VOLLER BLUTE (JPN) (Admire Vega (JPN): Kobai Stakes, Chukyo, L.). Verona City (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): second in Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Chukyo Gr.2, Wakaba Stakes, Hanshin, L., Shirayuri Stakes, Chukyo, L.).
Sky Groove (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): second in Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2, Kyoto Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3).
Sonnet Phrase (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): second in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, fourth in Radio Nikkei Sho, Fukushima, Gr.3).
Musica (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): second in Kansai Tel Corp Sho Rose Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2, fourth in Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2). Season's Gift (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): second in New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Flower Cup, Gr.3). Arsenaal (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): second in Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3). Sunrise Sieg (JPN) (French Deputy (USA): second in Unicorn Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3). Win Odin (JPN) (Fuji Kiseki (JPN): second in Niigata Nisai Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3). World Revival (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): second in Radio Nikkei Sho, Gr.3). Nishino Love Wink (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): second in Flower Cup, Gr.3). Clavel (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): second in Mermaid Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1).
Kris S (USA) (1977) BTW 90 BTW
Symboli Kris S (USA) (b. 1999) 35 BTW
Tee Kay (USA) (1991) BTW 1BTW
Special Week (JPN) (1995) BTW 25 BTW
Cesario (JPN) (bl 2002) 3BTW
Kirov Premiere (GB) (1990) BTW 1BTW
Roberto (USA) 85 BTW Hail To Reason Bramalea
Sharp Queen (USA) 1BTW Princequillo Bridgework
Gold Meridian (USA) 7BTW Seattle Slew Queen Louie
Tri Argo (USA) 1BTW Tri Jet Hail Proudly
Sunday Silence (USA) 172 BTW Halo Wishing Well
Campaign Girl (JPN) 1BTW Maruzensky Lady Shiraoki
Sadler's Wells (USA) 328 BTW Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge
Querida 3BTW Habitat Principia
racingcareer
Total1082
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-12½f
3rd4th
£14,079,214
At 2 Won Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, (9f. beating Asahi (JPN) and Tendence (JPN)), Newcomer Race, Niigata, (9f. beating Men At Work (JPN) and Circle of Life (JPN))
At 3 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2022. Won Arima Kinen, Nakayama Gr.1 (12½f. beating Boldog Hos (JPN) and Geraldina (JPN)) Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup) Tokyo, Gr.1 (10f beating Panthalassa (JPN) and Danon Beluga (JPN)), second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1 (to Do Deuce (JPN)) Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Geoglyph (JPN)).
At 4 Champion older horse in Japan in 2023 Won Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f beating Liberty Island (JPN) and Stars On Earth (JPN)), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (10f beating Justin Palace (JPN) and Prognosis (JPN)), Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, (11f beating Through Seven Seas (JPN) and Justin Palace (JPN)), Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1, (12f beating Westover (GB) and Zagrey (FR)).
sire reference
By KITASAN BLACK (JPN) (2012-Stud 2018), Champion older horse in Japan in 2016 & 2017 Won 12 races, £11,524,827, 9f.-16f Arima Kinen, Nakayama Gr.1 Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1 Tenno Sho (Spring) Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice), Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1 Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1 Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2 Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 second in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1 Sire ofEQUINOX (JPN) (subject stallion)
SOL ORIENS (JPN) (Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.1, Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, fourth in Nakayama Kinen, Gr.2).
GAIA FORCE (JPN) (Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2, fourth in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice))
CHRISTMAS PARADE (JPN) (Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, fourth in Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
SKILFING (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2).
SATONO CARNAVAL (JPN) (Hakodate Nisai Stakes, Hakodate, Gr.3).
RAVEL (JPN) (Artemis Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 fourth in Yushun Himba (Oaks) Tokyo, Gr.1).
WILSON TESORO (JPN) (Mercury Cup, Morioka, L.R. Kakitsubata Kinen, Nagoya L.R. Hakusan Daishoten, Kanazawa L. second in Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1 Tokyo Daishoten Oi, Gr.1 Korea Cup, Seoul Gr.3 Teio Sho, Oi, L. fourth in Dubai World Cup, Meydan, Gr.1).
T O STEALTH (JPN) (Subaru Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
JUSTIN SKY (JPN) (Rakuyo Stakes, Hanshin, L.). Kona Coast (JPN) (second in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2, Elfin Stakes, Chukyo, L.).
T O Saint Denis (JPN) (second in Alysheba Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.2). Hip Hop Soul (JPN) (second in Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, Flower Cup, Nakayama, Gr.3).
Satono Epic (JPN) (second in Unicorn Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3). Nihonpiro Kyiv (JPN) (third in Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2). Mario Road (JPN) (third in Procyon Stakes, Kokura, Gr.3). Wurttemberg (JPN) (third in Radio Nikkei Hai Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3). Bijou Noir (JPN) (third in Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3). ODILON (JPN) (fourth in JBC Nisai Yushun, Mombetsu, L., BSN Sho, Niigata, L., Meitetsu Hai, Chukyo, L., Onuma Stakes, Hakodate, L.).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
CHATEAU BLANCHE (JPN) won 4 races at 3 to 5 years in Japan including Mermaid Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3 placed 5 times including second in Kansai Telecasting Corp. Sho Rose Stakes Hanshin, Gr.2; dam of 4 winners includingEQUINOX (JPN) (2019 c by Kitasan Black (JPN)) subject stallion.
WEISS METEOR (JPN) (2018 c. by King Kamehameha (JPN)), won 4 races at 2, 3 and 4 years in Japan and £645,250 including Radio Nikkei Sho, Fukushima, Gr.3 and Metropolitan Stakes Tokyo, L. also fourth in Kokura Daishoten, Kokura, Gr.3, Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3 and Principal Stakes, Tokyo, L. GARZA BLANCA (JPN) (2021 f. by Kizuna (JPN)), won 1 race at 2 years, 2023 in Japan and £88,314 and placed twice.
2nd Dam
BLANCHERIE (JPN), won 2 races at 3 years in Japan; dam of 4 winners includingCHATEAU BLANCHE (JPN) (f by King Halo (JPN)), see above.
WIN FLORAISON (JPN), won 2 races at 2 and 4 years in Japan; dam of winners. Studley (JPN), winner in Japan, placed third in Wakaba Stakes, Hanshin, L.
3rd Dam
Maison Blanche (JPN), won 5 races in Japan and placed third in Queen Stakes, Nakayama, L.; dam of 5 winners includingOsumi Schnell (JPN) won 13 races in Japan and placed third in Breeders' Gold Cup Asahikawa L.
4th Dam
BLANCHE REINE (FR), won 1 race at 3 years in France; dam of 7 winners includingBALLEROY (USA), won 4 races at 3 and 4 years in France and in U.S.A. including Prix de Guiche, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3, placed second in Prix Jean Prat, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1 and Prix de Condé, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3; sire
Maison Blanche (JPN), see above.
The next dam BELGA (FR), won 1 race at 3 years in France; dam of 8 winners includingRUN AND DELIVER (USA), won 3 races abroad viz Clasico Ernesto Ayulo Pardo, Hipo Monterrico, Gr.1, Clasico Jose Rodriguez Razzeto, Hipo Monterrico, L. and Clasico Almirante Petit Thouars, Hipo Monterrico, L.; sire
BELLMAN (FR), won 4 races at 3 years in France including Prix Eugène Adam, Saint-Cloud, Gr.2, Prix du Lys, Chantilly, Gr.3, placed third in G.P. del Jockey Club Coppa d'Oro, Milan, Gr.1; sire
BELLYPHA, 2nd top rated 2yr old colt in France in 1978, won 6 races at 2 and 3 years in France including Prix de la Jonchère ParisLongchamp Gr.3 Prix Daphnis, Evry, Gr.3, Prix Quincey, Deauville, Gr.3, Prix Thomas Bryon, SaintCloud, Gr.3 placed second in Prix Jacques Le Marois, Deauville Gr.1 Prix de Guiche ParisLongchamp Gr.3 and fourth in Prix du Jockey Club Chantilly, Gr.1 and Prix Eclipse, Saint-Cloud Gr.3; champion sire
BRILLANTE (FR) won 2 races at 2 and 3 years in France including Prix de la Seine, ParisLongchamp, L., placed second in Prix de Royaumont, Chantilly, Gr.3 and third in Prix Fille de l'Air, Saint-Cloud Gr.3; dam of winners. BAZILIA (USA), winner in France; dam of NATURAL NINE (JPN), won Sapporo Nikkei Open, Sapporo, L. Sparkling Isle (GB), placed twice at 2 years; dam of TRIP TO THE MOON (GB), 7 races at 2 and 3 years in France and abroad including Prix Isola Bella, Saint-Cloud, L., placed second in Grosse Hessen Meile, Frankfurt, Gr.3 and third in Topkapi Trophy, Veliefendi, L.; grandam of TROIS LUNES (FR), won Prix Vanteaux, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3, placed second in Prix Rose de Mai, Saint-Cloud, L. and third in Prix de la Nonette, Deauville, Gr.2; third dam of TRAIS FLUORS (GB), 10 races to 2024 at home and in France including Prix Paul de Moussac, Chantilly, Gr.3, Prix de Pontarmé, SaintCloud, L., Prix Lyphard, Deauville, L., second in Prix Jean Prat, Chantilly, Gr.1, Prix Messidor, Deauville, Gr.3, Prix Bertrand du Breuil, Chantilly, Gr.3 (twice) and third in Prix d'Ispahan, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1 (twice).
LA LUNA (USA), won 1 race at 3 years in France; dam of winners.
CORRINE (IRE), 4 races at 4 and 5 years in Norway including Peugeot Pokallob for Hopper, Ovrevoll, L.
Etoile (FR) 1 race at 2 years and placed third in Musidora Stakes York Gr.3
LA LYRA (GB) winner in West Germany; grandam of LUCKY SPEED (IRE) Top rated 3yr old in Germany in 2013 (11-13f.), 4 races at 3 to 5 years in Germany and in U.S.A. including Deutsches Derby, Hamburg, Gr.1
American St Leger Stakes, Arlington, Gr.3 Bavarian Classic Munich Gr.3 placed third in Grosser Preis von Berlin, Berlin-Hoppegarten, Gr.1; sire
Close Regards (IRE), unraced; dam of MAGIC HURRICANE (IRE), 5 races at 4 and 5 years at home and in Australia including McGrath Estate Agents The Metropolitan, Randwick, Gr.1, Premier's Cup, Rosehill, L.
BARONESS (FR), won 1 race at 2 years in France; grandam of DI STEFANO (BRZ), won Classico Ernani de Freitas, Gavea, L.
Madame Belga (USA), unraced; grandam of BOLDOGSAG (FR), 3 races at 2 years in France including Prix des Réservoirs, Deauville, Gr.3
Black Tide (JPN) (2001) BTW 11 BTW
Kitasan Black (JPN) (b 2012) 11 BTW
Chateau Blanche (JPN) (b 2010) 2BTW
Sugar Heart (JPN) (2005) 2BTW
King Halo (JPN) (1995) BTW 16 BTW
Blancherie (JPN) (1998) 1BTW
Sunday Silence (USA) 172 BTW Halo Wishing Well
Wind In Her Hair (IRE) 4BTW Alzao Burghclere
Sakura Bakushin O (JPN) 37 BTW Sakura Yutaka O Sakura Hagoromo
Otome Gokoro (JPN) Judge Angelucci Tizly
Dancing Brave (USA) 37 BTW Lyphard Navajo Princess
Goodbye Halo (USA) 1BTW Halo Pound Foolish
Tony Bin 30 BTW Kampala Severn Bridge
Maison Blanche (JPN) 1BTW Alleged Blanche Reine
World’sBest Racehorse
Thebestsonof KitasanBlack. Rated136by Timeform, thehighest-rated Japanesehorse inhistory Won6G1s inarow.
racingcareer
3rd4th
Total163 421 £1,858,071
Winning distances at 2 and 3 years 7f-8f
At 2 Won Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, (8f. beating Stella Veloce (JPN) and Red Belle Aube (JPN)), Maiden Race, Hanshin, (7f. beating Lord Respect (JPN) and dead-heaters Juneau (JPN) and Scarlet Zinc (JPN))
At 3 Won Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2, (7f. beating Ho O Amazon (JPN) and Danon Fantasy (JPN)), second in Chunichi Sports Sho Falcon Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.3, (to Rooks Nest (JPN)), third in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Schnell Meister (GER)), Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Nakayama, Gr.3, (to Catedral (JPN))
At 4 Second in Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2, (to Diatonic (JPN))
At 5 Second in Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2 (to Win Marvel (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
WAVELL AVENUE (CAN), won 7 races at 3 to 5 years in U.S.A. and £779,313 including Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint, Keeneland, Gr.1, Shine Again Stakes, Saratoga, second in Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Sprint, Santa Anita, Gr.1, Gallant Bloom Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.2, Bed O' Roses Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.3 and third in Madison Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1, Gallant Bloom Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.2 and Zadracarta Stakes, Woodbine, R.; dam of 3 winners includingGRENADIER GUARDS (JPN) (2018 c. by Frankel (GB)), subject stallion
QUEEN'S WALK (JPN) (2021 f. by Kizuna (JPN)), won 3 races at 2 and 3 years, 2024 in Japan and £690,684 including Kansai Tel Corp Sho Rose Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2, Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, placed once, also fourth in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1
2nd Dam
Lucas Street (CAN) won 5 races at 4 years in Canada and in U.S.A. and £164,090 and placed second in Ontario Fashion Stakes, Woodbine L. Scotzanna Stakes Woodbine L. and Shady Well Stakes, Woodbine L.R.; dam of 4 winners includingWAVELL AVENUE (CAN) (f by Harlington (USA)), see above SOLITAIRE'S VISION (CAN) won 1 race at 3 years in Canada; dam ofOh Darlin (USA), winner to 2024 in U.S.A., second in Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Gulfstream Park, R. and third in Bob Umphrey Turf Sprint, Gulfstream Park.
3rd Dam
RUBY PARK (CAN), won 4 races in Canada and in U.S.A. including Shady Well Stakes, Woodbine, L.R., second in George C Hendrie Hcp, Woodbine, Gr.3, Ballade Stakes, Woodbine, L.R. (twice), third in Whimsical Stakes, Woodbine, L.; dam of 6 winners includingCoral Point (USA), won 11 races at 4 to 6 years abroad and placed second in Clasico Prensa Hipica, Camarero Race Track, L.
4th Dam
KATEBYRNE (CAN), won 1 race at 3 years in Canada; dam of 10 winners includingTOTHEMOONANDBACK (CAN), won 11 races in Canada including Achievement Stakes, Woodbine, L.R., Bold Ruckus Stakes, Woodbine, L.R., placed second in Deputy Minister Stakes Woodbine L.R. Backgammon (CAN), won 6 races in Canada and in U.S.A. and placed third in Simcoe Stakes Woodbine, L.R.
XLENDI GIRL (CAN) won 2 races at 3 years in Canada and in U.S.A.; dam ofPERIGEE GIRL (CAN) won Victorian Queen Stakes, Woodbine L.R. placed third in South Ocean Stakes, Woodbine, L.R. Dash It Darling (CAN) winner in Canada third in Eternal Search Stakes, L.R.
The next dam BAR TEA H (USA), won 3 races at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of 8 winners includingSWEET BLANCHE (CAN), won 8 races including Yearling Sales Stakes (fillies), Woodbine, L.R., second in Nandi Stakes, Woodbine, L.R., Mazarine Stakes, Woodbine, L., third in Lady Angela Stakes, Woodbine, L.; dam of winners
LEYANNA (VEN), won Clasico Mathieu Valery, La Rinconada, L. (twice) ROCKET RYAN (USA), won 5 races at 2 years in U.S.A. including Foolish Pleasure Stakes, Calder, L., Ellis Park Juvenile Stakes, Ellis Park, L. TEA 'N THING (CAN), won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners
CRUMPET (CAN), won Juvenile Stakes (fillies), Woodbine, L.; dam of SILENT TREAT (CAN), won Zadracarta Stakes, Woodbine, R., Ballade Stakes, R. Night Fever (CAN), winner in Canada, third in La Prevoyante Stakes, L.R. AU BAR (CAN), won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners. Bar Shot (CAN), winner in U.S.A., third in South Ocean Stakes, L.R.
sire reference
By FRANKEL (GB) (2008-Stud 2013), Champion 3yr old colt in Europe in 2011, Champion older horse in Europe in 2012, Won 14 races, £2,998,302, 7f.10½f., all his starts, Champion Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1 Juddmonte International, York Gr.1 2000 Guineas, Newmarket Gr.1, Queen Anne Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Dewhurst Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.1, Sussex Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1 (twice), St James's Palace Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1 Lockinge Stakes Newbury, Gr.1 Royal Lodge Stakes, Ascot Gr.2 Sire ofGRENADIER GUARDS (JPN) (subject stallion).
CHALDEAN (GB) (Dewhurst Stakes Newmarket Gr.1 2000 Guineas, Newmarket Gr.1 Champagne Stakes Doncaster, Gr.2).
CRACKSMAN (GB) (QIPCO Champion Stakes, Ascot Gr.1 (twice), Coronation Cup, Epsom, Gr.1, Prix Ganay, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Great Voltigeur Stakes, York, Gr.2, Prix Niel, Chantilly, Gr.2, second in Irish Derby, Curragh, Gr.1; sire).
ADAYAR (IRE) (Derby Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1, King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, second in Champion Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1).
WESTOVER (GB) (Irish Derby, Curragh, Gr.1, Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud, Gr.1, second in King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Coronation Cup, Epsom, Gr.1, Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1).
ALPINISTA (GB) (Yorkshire Oaks, York, Gr.1, Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud, Saint-Cloud, Gr.1, Grosser Preis von Berlin, Berlin-Hoppegarten, Gr.1, Grosser Preis von Bayern, Munich, Gr.1, Preis von Europa, Cologne, Gr.1, Lancashire Oaks, Haydock, Gr.2).
COURAGE MON AMI (GB) (Ascot Gold Cup, Ascot, Gr.1).
MOSTAHDAF (IRE) (Juddmonte International Stakes, York, Gr.1, Prince of Wales's Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, September Stakes, Kempton, Gr.3).
HURRICANE LANE (IRE) (Irish Derby, Curragh, Gr.1, St Leger Stakes, Doncaster, Gr.1, Grand Prix de Paris, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Dante Stakes, York, Gr.2).
MEASURED TIME (GB) (Manhattan Stakes Saratoga, Gr.1 Jebel Hatta Stakes, Meydan, Gr.1, Al Rashidiya Stakes, Meydan, Gr.2).
LAKE VICTORIA (IRE) (Moyglare Stud Stakes Curragh, Gr.1 Cheveley Park Stakes Newmarket Gr.1 Sweet Solera Stakes Newmarket Gr.3).
INSPIRAL (GB) (Coronation Stakes Ascot, Gr.1 Fillies' Mile Newmarket Gr.1 Sun Chariot Stakes, Newmarket Gr.1 Prix Jacques Le Marois, Gr.1 (twice)).
ONESTO (IRE) (Grand Prix de Paris ParisLongchamp Gr.1 Prix Greffulhe, SaintCloud, Gr.2 second in Irish Champion Stakes, Leopardstown Gr.1).
TRIPLE TIME (IRE) (Queen Anne Stakes, Gr.1 Superior Mile, Haydock, Gr.3).
YLANG YLANG (GB) (Fillies' Mile, Newmarket, Gr.1)
MCKULICK (GB) (Belmont Oaks, Belmont, Gr.1, Glens Falls Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2 (twice), second in Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup, Keeneland, Gr.1).
KELINA (IRE) (Prix de la Forêt, Gr.1, Prix de Sandringham, Chantilly, Gr.2).
NASHWA (GB) (Nassau Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1, Falmouth Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.1, Prix de Diane, Chantilly, Gr.1, second in Juddmonte International, Gr.1).
JANNAH ROSE (IRE) (Prix Saint-Alary, Gr.1, Prix de la Nonette, Deauville, Gr.2).
SOUL SISTER (IRE) (Oaks Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1, Musidora Stakes, York, Gr.3).
LOGICIAN (GB) (St Leger Stakes, Gr.1, Great Voltigeur Stakes, York, Gr.2; sire).
HOMELESS SONGS (IRE) (Irish 1000 Guineas, Curragh, Gr.1).
MIRAGE DANCER (GB) (Metropolitan Handicap, Randwick, Gr.1, Glorious Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.3, third in Caulfield Cup, Caulfield, Gr.1; sire)
WITHOUT PAROLE (GB) (St James's Palace Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, third in TVG Breeders' Cup Mile, Santa Anita, Gr.1, Turf Mile Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1; sire).
CALL THE WIND (GB) (Prix du Cadran, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Prix Kergorlay, Deauville Gr.2 second in Prix Royal-Oak, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1).
DREAM CASTLE (GB) (Jebel Hatta, Meydan, Gr.1, Al Rashidiya Stakes, Gr.2).
MOZU ASCOT (USA) (Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo Gr.1 February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1).
WILD BEAUTY (GB) (Natalma Stakes Woodbine, Gr.1).
SNOW LANTERN (GB) (Falmouth Stakes Newmarket Gr.1).
QUADRILATERAL (GB) (Fillies' Mile Gr.1 third in 1000 Guineas Gr.1).
VERACIOUS (GB) (Falmouth Stakes, Newmarket Gr.1).
SOUL STIRRING (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks) Tokyo, Gr.1 Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
ANAPURNA (GB) (Oaks, Epsom, Gr.1, Prix de Royallieu, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1).
CONVERGE (AUS) (J J Atkins, Eagle Farm, Gr.1, Randwick Guineas, Gr.1, second in Kingsford-Smith Cup, Eagle Farm, Gr.1, Rosehill Guineas, Rosehill, Gr.1).
HUNGRY HEART (AUS) (Australian Oaks, Randwick, Gr.1, Vinery Stud Stakes, Rosehill, Gr.1, Phar Lap Stakes, Rosehill, Gr.2).
DIEGO VELAZQUEZ (IRE) (Solonaway Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.2, Golden Fleece Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.2, Meld Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3).
BEDTIME STORY (IRE) (Debutante Stakes, Curragh, Gr.2, Silver Flash Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3, Chesham Stakes, Ascot, L.).
ENGLISH ROSE (IRE) (Balanchine Stakes, Meydan, Gr.2, second in Jenny Wiley Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1, Cape Verdi Stakes, Meydan, Gr.2).
WITH THE MOONLIGHT (IRE) (Balanchine Stakes, Meydan, Gr.2, Cape Verdi Stakes, Meydan, Gr.2, second in Belmont Oaks, Belmont Park, Gr.1).
ELARQAM (GB) (York Stakes, York, Gr.2, Somerville Tattersall Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.3, third in Juddmonte International Stakes, York, Gr.1; sire)
PENALTY (GER) (Oettingen Rennen, Baden-Baden, Gr.2 Grosser Preis der Wirtschaft, Dortmund, Gr.3, second in German 2000 Guineas, Cologne, Gr.2).
ROSTROPOVICH (IRE) (Futurity Stakes, Curragh, Gr.2 Kilternan Stakes Leopardstown, Gr.3 second in Irish Derby, Curragh, Gr.1).
EMINENT (IRE) (Prix Guillaume d'Ornano Deauville Gr.2; sire)
His first crop will be foals in 2025
Galileo (IRE) (1998)
BTW 405 BTW
Frankel (GB) (b 2008) 153BTW
Wavell Avenue (CAN) (b/br. 2011) 2BTW
Kind (IRE) (2001)
BTW 4BTW
Harlington (USA) (2002) BTW 9BTW
Lucas Street (CAN) (2004) BTP 1BTW
Sadler's Wells (USA) 328 BTW Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge
Urban Sea (USA) 8BTW Miswaki Allegretta
Danehill (USA) 351BTW Danzig Razyana
Rainbow Lake (GB) 4BTW Rainbow Quest Rockfest
Unbridled (USA) 48 BTW Fappiano Gana Facil
Serena's Song (USA) 6BTW Rahy Imagining
Silver Deputy (CAN) 88 BTW Deputy Minister Silver Valley
Ruby Park (CAN) 2BTP Bold Ruckus Katebyrne
hot rodcharlie (USA)
racingcareer
3rd4th
Total195 63 2£4,400,465
Winning distances at 2 years and over 8f-9½f
At 2 Won 2yo Maiden Special Weight, Santa Anita, (8f. beating Parnelli (USA) and Bolu (CAN)), second in Breeders' Cup Juvenile, Keeneland, Gr.1, (to Essential Quality (USA)).
At 3 Won Pennsylvania Derby, Parx Racing Gr.1 (9f. beating Midnight Bourbon (USA) and Americanrevolution (USA)), Louisiana Derby, Fair Grounds Gr.2 (9½f beating Midnight Bourbon (USA) and O Besos (USA)), second in Belmont Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1 (to Essential Quality (USA)), Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, (to Mandaloun (USA)), San Antonio Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2, (to Express Train (USA)), third in Robert B Lewis Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.3 (to Medina Spirit (USA)), fourth in Breeders' Cup Classic, Del Mar, Gr.1, (to Knicks Go (USA))
At 4 Won Lukas Classic Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.2, (9f. beating Rich Strike (USA) and King Fury (USA)), Al Maktoum Challenge 2, Meydan, Gr.2, (9½f. beating Al Nefud (GB) and Everfast (USA)), second in Dubai World Cup, Meydan, Gr.1, (to Country Grammer (USA)), Salvator Mile Stakes, Monmouth Park, Gr.3, (to Mind Control (USA)), third in Whitney Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, (to Life Is Good (USA)).
sire reference
By OXBOW (USA) (2010-Stud 2014), Won 3 races, £765,970 8f.-9½f. Preakness Stakes Pimlico Gr.1 Lecomte Stakes Fair Grounds Gr.3 second in Belmont Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Rebel Stakes, Oaklawn Park, Gr.2 Sire ofTUZ (USA) (Dubai Golden Shaheen, Meydan, Gr.1, Dubawi Stakes, Meydan, Gr.3, Al Shindagha Sprint, Meydan, Gr.3, Dubai Creek Mile, Meydan, L., second in emirates.com Al Bastakiya, Meydan, L., Garhoud Sprint, Meydan, L., third in Mahab Al Shimaal Stakes, Meydan, Gr.3, Burj Nahaar Stakes, Meydan, Gr.3 (twice), Firebreak Stakes, Meydan, Gr.3).
HOT ROD CHARLIE (USA) (subject stallion)
HAPPY JACK (USA) (Triple Bend Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2, second in Kona Gold Stakes, Santa Anita, L., third in Santa Anita Derby, Santa Anita, Gr.1, San Felipe Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2).
COACH ROCKS (USA) (Gulfstream Park Oaks, Gulfstream Park, Gr.2, second in Black-Eyed Susan Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.2, Molly Pitcher Stakes, Monmouth Park, Gr.3, Delaware Oaks, Delaware Park, Gr.3).
RONDURE (CAN) (Marine Stakes, Woodbine, Gr.3, second in Queenston Stakes, Woodbine, R., third in Presque Isle Mile Stakes, Presque Isle Downs, L.).
HOPEFUL TREASURE (USA) (Fall Highweight Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.3).
OXY LADY (USA) (Tempted Stakes, Aqueduct Gr.3 second in Busher Stakes Aqueduct, L.).
FLAP JACK (USA) (Arlington Washington Futurity, Arlington L.).
WHIMSICAL MUSE (USA) (Miss Liberty Stakes, Monmouth Park, L.).
BLAZING BO (USA) (Manitoba Mile Stakes, Assiniboia Downs)
YOUALMOSTHADME (USA) (Fern Creek Stakes Churchill Downs, Kentucky Juvenile Stakes, Churchill Downs, Myrtlewood Stakes, Keeneland, Lady Erie Stakes Presque Isle Downs, second in Pocahontas Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3, Miss Preakness Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.3, Weather Vane Stakes, Laurel, Maryfield Stakes, Monmouth Park, third in Beaumont Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.2).
ADALINE JULIA (USA) (Treasure Chest Stakes, Delta Downs, Memorial Day Sprint Stakes, Lone Star Park) COUNTY FINAL (USA) (Tyro Stakes, Monmouth Park, second in Bashford Manor Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3, Greenwood Stakes, Woodbine, third in Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.2, Da Hoss Stakes, Colonial Downs)
LORD DRAGON (USA) (Brooks Fields Stakes, Canterbury Park)
WAIST DEEP (USA) (Sapling Stakes, Monmouth Park).
BOW BOW GIRL (USA) (Treasure Chest Stakes, Delta Downs)
CAJUN GUMBOW (USA) (D Stakes Shine Young Futurity (fillies), Evangeline Downs, R., third in Texas TB Association Futurity (2yof), Lone Star Park, R.). Blackberry Wine (USA) (second in Louisiana Stakes, Fair Grounds, Gr.3).
Mind Cooler (USA) (second in Clasico Enrique Martinelli Tizon, Hipodromo de Monterrico, L.).
Good Scout (USA) (second in Bucharest Stakes, Sam Houston) Squox (USA) (second in D. Stakes Shine Young Futurity (fillies) Evangeline Downs, R.). Tiger Bait (USA) (second in Rainbow Miss Stakes, Oaklawn Park, R ).
Seven Away (USA) (third in Clasico George Washington Camarero Race Track, L. Clasico Agustin Mercado Reveron Camarero Race Track, L.).
The Circle Game (USA) (third in Power by Far Stakes, Parx Racing R.). Oxhilirating (USA) (third in Strawberry Morn Handicap Hastings Park)
Foxtrot Sally (USA) (third in Glitter Woman Stakes Gulfstream Park, R Rags to Riches Stakes Churchill Downs)
His first crop will be yearlings in 2025
16.1½ (1.66m)
extended pedigree
1st Dam
INDIAN MISS (USA), placed once at 2 years in U.S.A.; dam of 6 winners-
HOT ROD CHARLIE (USA) (2018 c. by Oxbow (USA)), subject stallion. MITOLE (USA) (2015 c. by Eskendereya (USA)), won 10 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A. and £2,411,911 including Breeders' Cup Sprint, Santa Anita, Gr.1, Encore Bistro Forego Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Runhappy Metropolitan Handicap Belmont Park Gr.1 twinspires.com Churchill Downs Stakes Churchill Downs Gr.1 Count Fleet Sprint Handicap Oaklawn Park, Gr.3
Chick Lang Stakes, Pimlico, L. Bachelor Stakes, Oaklawn Park L. placed 4 times including second in Gazebo Stakes, Oaklawn Park and third in Alfred G Vanderbilt Handicap, Saratoga Gr.1; sire.
ADA LOVELACE (USA) (2014 f. by Algorithms (USA)), won 3 races at 3 years in U.S.A and £29,506 and placed 5 times; dam of winners.
INDIAN EMPIRE (USA) winner to 2024 in U.S.A
PEACEFUL WARRIOR (USA), winner to 2024 in U.S.A.
TIPPERARY JACK (USA) (2016 g. by Violence (USA)), won 2 races at 3 years and £20,639 and placed 3 times
BOWSTREET (USA) (2021 c. by Into Mischief (USA)), won 2 races at 3 years, 2024 in U.S.A. and £74,106 and placed 3 times.
LUCKY DIME (USA) (2017 f. by Creative Cause (USA)), won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A and £74,053 and placed 4 times.
2nd Dam
GLACKEN'S GAL (USA), won 2 races at 2 years in U.S.A. and £46,010 including Astoria Stakes, Belmont Park, L.; dam of 5 winners-
LIVE LIVELY (USA) (f by Medaglia d'Oro (USA)), won 3 races at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A. and £173,363 including Davona Dale Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.2, placed second in Gulfstream Oaks, Gulfstream Park, Gr.2
SOMES SOUND (USA), won 4 races at 3 and 5 years in U.S.A. and £101,909.
NAPLES MIST (USA) won 1 race at 4 years in U.S.A. and £52,431.
GLACKEN'S GIFT (USA) won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners. Cool In Blue (USA) winner to 2023 in U.S.A. third in Heft Stakes Laurel BELLAVIA (USA) won 1 race at 2 years in U.S.A. and £46,617.
Naples Dream (USA), ran in U.S.A. at 2 and 3 years; dam of winners
Girl of My Dreams (USA) winner to 2024 in U.S.A and placed third in Angels Flight Stakes, Santa Anita, L.
3rd Dam
Lady Diplomat (USA), won 2 races at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A. and placed second in Mom's Command Stakes, Suffolk Downs and third in Revidere Stakes, Monmouth Park, L.; dam of 9 winners includingCITY DWELLER (USA), won 4 races at 2, 3 and 6 years in U.S.A including Lost Code Stakes, Hawthorne, L., placed third in Francis Jock Labelle Memorial Stakes, Delaware Park, L.; sire
GLACKEN'S GAL (USA), see above.
BANKER'S BUY (USA), won 5 races at 3 to 5 years in U.S.A. including Reno Miss South Shore Stakes, Belmont Park, R., placed second in Saratoga Dew Stakes, Saratoga, L.R., Nellie Bly Stakes, Belmont Park, Saratoga Dew Stakes, Saratoga, R. and Real Prize Stakes, Belmont Park; dam of winners.
The next dam MERCEDES MISS (USA), won 5 races in U.S.A. including Kansas Oaks, Woodlands, placed second in Furl Sail Handicap, Fair Grounds, Smart Deb Stakes Arlington and third in Arlington Oaks, Arlington Gr.3 Honeybee Handicap, Oaklawn Park, Gr.3 and Truly Bound Stakes, Fair Grounds; dam of 8 winners includingMISSME (USA) won 12 races at 2 to 7 years in U.S.A. including Omaha Handicap Horsemen's Park, L. Kentucky Cup Mile Stakes, Kentucky Downs, L. Independence Day Handicap Mountaineer Park, L. Regaey Island Stakes Ellis Park, Prairie Mile Stakes, Prairie Meadows, second in Northern Spur Stakes, Oaklawn Park, L. Remington Green Stakes Remington Park, Yaqthan Stakes, Kentucky Downs, Mister Gus Stakes, Arlington and third in Alysheba Stakes, Churchill Downs, L. and John Bullit Stakes, Canterbury Downs. Lady Diplomat (USA), see above.
Miss The Blues (USA), won 4 races at 2 to 4 years in U.S.A. and placed second in Kansas Oaks, Woodlands and third in River Oaks Stakes, Sam Houston and Cimarron Stakes, Remington Park; dam of winners.
Border Blues (USA), winner in U.S.A. and placed third in Lady Canterbury Breeders' Cup Stakes, Canterbury Downs. Dynamiss (USA), placed 6 times at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners.
SUMAC (USA), won Jim Rasmussen Memorial Handicap, Prairie Meadows, second in Cornhusker Handicap, Prairie Meadows, Gr.2, Veteran Stakes, Zia Park and third in Prairie Meadows Handicap, Prairie Meadows, L., Fifth Season Stakes, Oaklawn Park, L., Oklahoma Derby, Remington Park, L., Prairie Mile Stakes, Prairie Meadows, Centennial Stakes, Remington Park. Glorys Last Chance (USA), winner in U.S.A. and placed third in Iowa Distaff Stakes, Prairie Meadows, L. and Wild Rose Stakes, Prairie Meadows (twice). De Queen (USA), ran in U.S.A.; dam of Jaydensqueenoharts (USA) winner to 2024 in U.S.A placed third in Iowa Breeders’ Oaks, Prairie Meadows, R.
Awesome Again (CAN) (1994)
BTW 71 BTW
Oxbow (USA) (b. 2010) 17 BTW
Tizamazing (USA) (2002) 2BTW
Indian Charlie (USA) (1995)
Indian Miss (USA) (b 2009) 2BTW
Deputy Minister (CAN) 90 BTW Vice Regent Mint Copy
Primal Force (USA) 2BTW Blushing Groom Prime Prospect
Cee's Tizzy (USA) 28 BTW Relaunch Tizly
Cee's Song (USA) 4BTW Seattle Song Lonely Dancer
BTW 83 BTW In Excess 57 BTW Siberian Express Kantado
Soviet Sojourn (USA) 1BTW Leo Castelli Political Parfait
Glacken's Gal (USA) (2005) BTW 1BTW
Smoke Glacken (USA) 60 BTW Two Punch Majesty's Crown
Lady Diplomat (USA) 3BTW Silver Deputy Mercedes Miss
Halfbrotherto ChampionSprinter Mitole.
4xG12nd includingthe Breeders’Cup Juvenile-G1and theKentuckyDerby-G1.
isla bonita (JPN)
racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 years and over 7f-11f
At 2 Won Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes Tokyo Gr.3 (9f. beating Pray And Real (JPN) and Clarity City (JPN)), Icho Stakes Tokyo, L. (9f. beating Win Phoenix (JPN) and Clarity City (JPN)), Two-Year-Old Newcomer Tokyo, (8f. beating Pearly Shell (JPN) and Mond Bogen (JPN)) second in Niigata Nisai Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3 (to Harp Star (JPN)).
At 3 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2014. Won Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, (10f beating To The World (JPN) and Win Full Bloom (JPN)), Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Niigata, Gr.2, (11f beating To The World (JPN) and Tagano Grandpa (JPN)), Kyodo News Service Hai Tokinominoru Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.3, (9f. beating Bell Canyon (JPN) and Satono Aladdin (JPN)), second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to One And Only (JPN)), third in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Spielberg (JPN))
At 4 Third in Mile Championship Kyoto, Gr.1 (to Maurice (JPN)) Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup) Tokyo, Gr.1 (to Lovely Day (JPN)) Mainichi Okan Tokyo, Gr.2 (to A Shin Hikari (JPN))
At 5 Second in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, (to Mikki Isle (JPN)), Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2, (to Shuji (JPN)), Fuji Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, (to Young Man Power (JPN))
At 6 Won Hanshin Cup, Gr.2 (7f. beating Dance Director (JPN) and Sungrazer (JPN)), Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2 (8f. beating Air Spinel (JPN) and Young Man Power (JPN)) second in Fuji Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 (to Air Spinel (JPN)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
ISLA COZZENE (USA), won 2 races at 3 years in U.S.A. including Hawthorne Oaks, Hawthorne, L., placed second in Mrs Revere Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.2 and third in Honeymoon Breeders' Cup Handicap, Hollywood Park, Gr.2; dam of 5 winners includingISLA BONITA (JPN) (2011 c. by Fuji Kiseki (JPN)), subject stallion JEALOUS GIRL (USA) (2008 f. by Petionville (USA)), won 4 races at 3 years in U.S.A including Femme Fatale Stakes, Penn National, L.; dam of winners.
2nd Dam
ISLA MUJERES (USA), won 1 race at 2 years in U.S.A and placed twice; dam of 6 winners includingISLA COZZENE (USA) (f by Cozzene (USA)), see above.
best progeny
YAMANIN SALVUM (JPN) (White Muzzle (GB): Chunichi Shimbun Hai, Chukyo, Gr.3, Niigata Daishoten, Niigata, Gr.3, October Stakes, Tokyo, L., third in Shirafuji Stakes, Tokyo, L., fourth in Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2). TUDO DE BOM (JPN) (Yesbyjimminy (USA): Sekiya Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3, Yonago Stakes, Kyoto, L., third in Sports Nippon Sho Kyoto Kimpai, Kyoto, Gr.3). COSTA BONITA (JPN) (Kendor (FR): Fukushima Himba Stakes, Fukushima, Gr.3, second in Kokura Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3, December Stakes, Nakayama, L., third in Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, Hokkaido Shimbun Hai Queen Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3, Aichi Hai, Kokura, Gr.3).
PURPUR RAY (JPN) (Fusaichi Pegasus (USA): Chunichi Sports Sho Falcon Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.3, second in Crocus Stakes, Tokyo, L., fourth in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2).
BATTLE CRY (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Subaru Stakes, Chukyo, L., third in Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Unicorn Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3). Omega Rich Man (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): second in Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3). Lucullan Feast (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): third in Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2).
Alluring View (JPN) (French Deputy (USA): third in Kobai Stakes Chukyo L.). MIKATTE YONDEII (JPN) (Stay Gold (JPN): fourth in Sweetpea Stakes Tokyo, L.). MASTER PLAN (JPN) (Deputy Minister (CAN): 8 races and £81,858, 2024), ALMA IMERU (JPN) (Suehiro Commander (JPN): 5 races and £89,949, 2024), FRECCIA NERA (JPN) (Cryptoclearance (USA): 5 races and £28,464, 2024), SHORINO MAI (JPN) (Precise End (USA): 5 races and £36,118, 2024), YUMEMIRU BONITA (JPN) (Chief Bearhart (CAN): 8 races and £35,909, 2024), EVORA (JPN) (White Muzzle (GB): 6 races and £44,658) VETER (JPN) (Mayano Top Gun (JPN): 5 races and £26,986, 2024), NAMURA AVA (JPN) (End Sweep (USA): 5 races and £22,511, 2024), SHADOW FURY (JPN) (Pleasantly Perfect (USA): 4 races and £484,708, 2024), ISLA ANHELO (JPN) (Sinister Minister (USA): 4 races and £432,869, 2023), MAR D'IRLANDA (JPN) (Marju (IRE): 4 races and £335,144, 2024).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins Places Won (£)WinsWon (£)
2021 79 22 25 58 16103880 0
2022 1725184162 43121400 363 2023 20783129 2916876966 19610
2024 21683131 2575128447 02612
Sire of the winners of 369 races and 17927941 plus 112585 2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£)
2019 114 10564 172 346 987310111 12585
2020 1069463 138 286 56164260 00
2021 85 73 33 51 110 203724600 0
2022 1113668 26 401168 00 0
2023 108 From 4 crops of racing age sire of 167 winners of 370 races and £17,940,526 at home and abroad
sire reference
By FUJI KISEKI (JPN) (1992-Stud 1995), Champion 2yr old colt in Japan in 1994 Won 4 races, £804,371, 6f.-10f. Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, L. Asahi Hai Sansai Stakes Nakayama, L. Sire of-
ISLA BONITA (JPN) (subject stallion)
SADAMU PATEK (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1 Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2 Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2 Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3 second in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas) Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
KANE HEKILI (JPN) (Japan Cup Dirt, Hanshin, Gr.1, Mercury Cup, Morioka, L., Kawasaki Kinen, Kawasaki, L., Tokyo Daishoten - Grand Prix de Tokyo, Ohi, L., February Stakes, Tokyo, L., third in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
DANON CHANTILLY (JPN) (NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Kyodo News Service Hai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3; sire).
FINE GRAIN (JPN) (Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, Silk Road Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, third in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1; sire)
STRAIGHT GIRL (JPN) (Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, Silk Road Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, second in Sprinters Stakes, Niigata, Gr.1, third in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1).
KINSHASA NO KISEKI (AUS) (Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1 (twice), Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2 (twice), Mainichi Broadcast Swan Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, second in Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1 (twice); sire).
SUN CLASSIQUE (AUS) (Nakheel Likely Fields Sheema Classic, Nad Al Sheba, Gr.1, Woolavington 2200, Greyville, Gr.1, Fancourt Majorca Stakes, Kenilworth, Gr.1, Avontuur Estate Cape Fillies' Guineas, Kenilworth, Gr.1).
ROSA GIGANTEA (JPN) (Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2, Fuji-TV Sho Spring Stakes (Gns Trial) Nakayama, Gr.2 third in Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2).
ULTIMA THULE (JPN) (Centaur Stakes Hanshin Gr.2 Silk Road Stakes Kyoto, Gr.3 third in Ibis Summer Dash Niigata, Gr.3).
ASIAN WINDS (JPN) (Sankeisports Hai Hanshin Himba Tokubetsu, Hanshin, Gr.2).
TAMAMO BEST PLAY (JPN) (Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, Gr.3 Manyo Stakes Kyoto, L. second in Kyoto Daishoten Kyoto, Gr.2 Fuji-TV Sho Spring Stakes (Gns Trial) Nakayama, Gr.2 Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate Gr.3).
BRIGHTLINE (JPN) (Miyako Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, Chunichi Sports Sho Falcon Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.3, third in New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2).
MEIKEI PEGA STAR (JPN) (Kyodo News Service Hai Tokinominoru Kinen, Gr.3).
STRAW HAT (JPN) (Unicorn Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
GOLDEN DAHLIA (JPN) (Niigata Daishoten, Niigata, Gr.3, Principal Stakes, Tokyo, L., second in Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2).
YUMENO SHIRUSHI (JPN) (Niigata Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3).
TOHO AMAPOLA (JPN) (CBC Sho, Chukyo, Gr.3).
PIENA VENUS (JPN) (Hokkaido Shimbun Hai Queen Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3).
OUR FUJI (AUS) (Taranaki Cup, Pukekura Raceway, Gr.3, Tararua Yarns Levin Stakes, Otaki, L., second in Jerry Clayton BMW Trophy, Ellerslie, Gr.2).
ROCK OF CASHEL (AUS) (Great Western Asian Beau Stakes, Ascot, Gr.3).
MARTINIFORUS (AUS) (South Pacific Classic, Randwick, Gr.3).
DAITAKU RIVA (JPN) (Sports Nippon Sho Kyoto Kim Pai, Kyoto, L. (twice); sire).
ADMIRE SAGACE (JPN) (Hokkaido Sprint Cup, Mombetsu, L.R., Enif Stakes, Hanshin, L., Coral Stakes, Hanshin, L., second in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Gr.2).
KEIAI ASTON (JPN) (Baden-Baden Cup, Nakayama, L.).
TSUKUBA HOKUTO O (JPN) (Kochi Stakes Nakayama, L.).
TAMAMO NICE PLAY (JPN) (Yonago Stakes, Hanshin, L.).
TAMAMO HOT PLAY (JPN) (Swan Stakes, Kyoto, L. Silk Road Stakes Kyoto, L. Yodo Tankyori Stakes Kyoto, L. second in Silk Road Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
FIELD BEAR (JPN) (Final Stakes, Hanshin, L. Tomoe Stakes, Hakodate L.).
DREAM PASSPORT (JPN) (Kobe Shimbun Hai, Chukyo L. Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, L., second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2).
FUJI DANCER (AUS) (Gibson Carmichael Stakes, L., second in Edward Manifold Stakes, Flemington, Gr.2, third in 1000 Guineas, Caulfield, Gr.1).
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986)
BTW 172 BTW
Fuji Kiseki (JPN) (br 1992) 68 BTW
Millracer (USA) (1983) 2BTW
Cozzene (USA) (1980)
BTW 90 BTW
Isla Cozzene (USA) (b 2002) 2BTW
Isla Mujeres (USA) (1995) 1BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Le Fabuleux 43 BTW Wild Risk Anguar
Marston's Mill (USA) In Reality Millicent
Caro 76 BTW Fortino II Chambord
Ride The Trails (USA) 4BTW Prince John Wildwook
Crafty Prospector (USA) 88 BTW Mr Prospector Real Crafty Lady
Lido Isle (USA) Far North She Is Gorgeous
ClassicWinnerbyFujiKiseki
SireofthetalentedGradedStakeswinnersin 2024,YamaninSalvum,TudodeBom,and CostaBonita.
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
2014 2Did not run2015 38 5- 2- 1,905,740 2016 46321 -4,018,117
2017 56 4- 1- 5,600,969
Total201224 -£11,524,826
Winning distances at 3 years and over 9f-16f
At 3 Won Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, (15f beating Real Steel (JPN) and Lia Fail (JPN)), Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, (11f beating Musee Alien (JPN) and Jun Tsubasa (JPN)), Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, (9f. beating Real Steel (JPN) and Danon Platina (JPN)), Purse Race, Tokyo, (10f beating Satono Rasen (JPN) and Grab The Flag (USA)) Newcomer Race Tokyo, (9f. beating Mikki Joy (JPN) and Cosmo Alhena (JPN)), third in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 (to Gold Actor (JPN)), Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas), Nakayama Gr.1 (to Duramente (JPN))
At 4 Champion older horse in Japan in 2016 Won Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f beating Sounds of Earth (JPN) and Cheval Grand (JPN)), Tenno Sho (Spring), Kyoto, Gr.1, (16f beating Curren Mirotic (JPN) and Cheval Grand (JPN)), Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2, (12f beating Admire Deus (JPN) and Lovely Day (JPN)), second in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Satono Diamond (JPN)), Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, (to Ambitious (JPN)), third in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, (to Marialite (JPN)).
At 5 Champion older horse in Japan in 2017 Won Arima Kinen, Nakayama Gr.1 (12½f. beating Queens Ring (JPN) and Cheval Grand (JPN)), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup) Tokyo, Gr.1 (10f beating Satono Crown (JPN) and Rainbow Line (JPN)) Tenno Sho (Spring) Kyoto, Gr.1 (16f beating Cheval Grand (JPN) and Satono Diamond (JPN)), Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1 (10f beating Staphanos (JPN) and Yamakatsu Ace (JPN)), third in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 (to Cheval Grand (JPN)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
SUGAR HEART (JPN), unraced; dam of 7 winners includingKITASAN BLACK (JPN) (2012 c. by Black Tide (JPN)), subject stallion. SUGAR KUN (JPN) (2021 c. by Duramente (JPN)), won 3 races at 3 years, 2024 in Japan and £412,909 including TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2 Shonan Bach (JPN) (2011 c. by Stay Gold (JPN)), won 6 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan and £921,010 and placed second in Chunichi Shimbun Hai, Chukyo Gr.3, third in American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2; sire Everyone Black (JPN) (2017 c. by Black Tide (JPN)), won 7 races at 3, 4 and 7 years, 2024 in Japan and £585,320 second in Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L.R.
2nd Dam
OTOME GOKORO (JPN) won 4 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan; dam of 1 winnerAdmire Kiseki (JPN), unraced; dam of winners Admire Flight (JPN), winner in Japan and placed second in Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2 and third in Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2
3rd Dam
TIZLY (USA), won 4 races at 3 years in France; dam of 8 winners includingCee's Tizzy (USA), won 3 races at 3 years in U.S.A. and placed third in Super Derby, Louisiana Downs, Gr.1; sire.
sire reference
By BLACK TIDE (JPN) (2001-Stud 2009), Won 3 races, £807,965, 9f.-10f., Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, L., third in Nikkan Sports Sho Nakayama Kimpai, Nakayama, Gr.3 Sire of KITASAN BLACK (JPN) (subject stallion) T M INAZUMA (JPN) (Daily Hai Nisai Stakes Kyoto, Gr.2 Osakajo Stakes Hanshin, L. Kokura Nikkei Open Kokura L.), TAGANO ESPRESSO (JPN) (Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2 third in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2), FEENGROTTEN (JPN) (Radio Nikkei Sho, Fukushima, Gr.3 Shirayuri Stakes Chukyo L. second in Kinko Sho, Chukyo Gr.2), MEINER FROST (JPN) (Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3 Fukushima Mimpo Hai, Fukushima, L. third in Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1), RISING REASON (JPN) (Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 Anemone Stakes Nakayama, L.), DEEP DIVER (JPN) (Tachibana Stakes, Kyoto, L.), MAKANANI (JPN) (Raffles Cup, Kranji, L.), MADEMOISELLE (JPN) (Tachibana Stakes, Kyoto, L.), ASUKA BIREN (JPN) (Rokko Stakes, Hanshin, L.), SHINY GIRL (JPN) (Sweetpea Stakes, Tokyo, L.), Ecoro Walz (JPN) (second in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1), Komet (JPN) (second in Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2; sire), Agulhas (JPN) (second in Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3), Black Onyx (JPN) (second in Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3), Black Armet (JPN) (second in Fukushima Minyu Cup, Fukushima, L.), Everyone Black (JPN) (second in Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L.R.), Contes d'Hiver (JPN) (second in Sweetpea Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins Places Won (£)WinsWon (£)
2021 45 13 14 17 12550020 0
2022 1266199124 10111386 00 2023 16891152 191184857561 2890835
2024 17268115 1706915755 0766418
Sire of the winners of 380 races and 36767899 plus 13657253
2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2019837761 196 233 22958640 11 3657253
2020 81 76 57 129 211 10811651 00 0
2021 54 51 29 49 48 249134100 0 2022 70 23 56 10 506267 00 0
2023 133 From 4 crops of racing age sire of 152 winners of 381 races and £40,425,152 at home and abroad
best progeny
EQUINOX (JPN) (King Halo (JPN): Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1, Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1).
SOL ORIENS (JPN) (Motivator (GB): Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.1, Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, fourth in Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2).
GAIA FORCE (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1 Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2 fourth in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice))
CHRISTMAS PARADE (JPN) (Blame (USA): Shion Stakes Nakayama, Gr.2 fourth in Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Tokyo Gr.2).
SKILFING (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho Tokyo Gr.2).
SATONO CARNAVAL (JPN) (Numerous (USA): Hakodate Nisai Stakes, Gr.3).
RAVEL (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): Artemis Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, fourth in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
WILSON TESORO (JPN) (Uncle Mo (USA): Mercury Cup, Morioka, L.R., Kakitsubata Kinen, Nagoya, L.R., Hakusan Daishoten, Kanazawa, L., second in Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, Tokyo Daishoten, Oi, Gr.1, Korea Cup, Seoul, Gr.3, Teio Sho, Oi, L., fourth in Dubai World Cup, Meydan, Gr.1).
T O STEALTH (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Subaru Stakes, Kyoto, L.). JUSTIN SKY (JPN) (Numerous (USA): Rakuyo Stakes, Hanshin, L.). Kona Coast (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): second in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2, Elfin Stakes, Chukyo, L.).
T O Saint Denis (JPN) (Pivotal (GB): second in Alysheba Stakes, Gr.2). Hip Hop Soul (JPN) (Falbrav (IRE): second in Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, Flower Cup, Nakayama, Gr.3).
Satono Epic (JPN) (Bellamy Road (USA): second in Unicorn Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3). Nihonpiro Kyiv (JPN) (Swept Overboard (USA): third in Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2).
Mario Road (JPN) (Opera House (GB): third in Procyon Stakes, Kokura Gr.3). Wurttemberg (JPN) (French Deputy (USA): third in Radio Nikkei Hai Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3).
Bijou Noir (JPN) (White Muzzle (GB): third in Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3). ODILON (JPN) (Pivotal (GB): fourth in JBC Nisai Yushun, Mombetsu L. BSN Sho, Niigata, L. Meitetsu Hai, Chukyo L. Onuma Stakes Hakodate L.).
SILENT BLACK (JPN) (Pure Prize (USA): 9 races and £65,450, 2024), JAGANNATH (JPN) (King Halo (JPN): 6 races and £19,845, 2024), KAZU PIREAS (JPN) (Grass Wonder (USA): 6 races and £24,270, 2024), RHEIN FORTE (JPN) (Rockport Harbor (USA): 6 races and £35,198, 2024), METHUSELAH (JPN) (Bertolini (USA): 5 races and £173,999, 2024), PEARL AGAIN (JPN) (Admire Don (JPN): 11 races and £116,832, 2023), SONG FOR YOU (JPN) (Admire Moon (JPN): 6 races, £115,580, 2023), BLACK SANSAN (JPN) (South Vigorous (USA): 6 races and £22,401, 2023), SHINTO CHACHA (JPN) (Samurai Heart (JPN): 5 races and £21,262, 2024), HERMOSA MIO (JPN) (Old Fashioned (USA): 5 races and £84,017, 2024), SET LIST (JPN) (Van Nistelrooy (USA): 5 races and £52,411, 2023), BEAR FIELD (JPN) (Admire Moon (JPN): 5 races and £17,689), ATER REX (JPN) (Swept Overboard (USA): 4 races and £28,860, 2023), MY RED STAR (JPN) (Sevres Rose (IRE): 4 races and £97,478, 2024), SOUND KINGDOM (JPN) (Roman Ruler (USA): 4 races and £68,219, 2023), BY FAR THE BEST (JPN) (Meisho Bowler (JPN): 4 races and £65,185, 2024), A SHIN GLEEMAN (JPN) (Teofilo (IRE): 4 races and £24,877, 2023), BLACK BLOSSOM (JPN) (Orpen (USA): 4 races and £342,966, 2024), AGILE BLACK (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 4 races and £11,139, 2024), BLACK SHIELD (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 3 races and £330,830, 2023).
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986) BTW 172 BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Black Tide (JPN) (b 2001) 11 BTW
Wind In Her Hair (IRE) (1991) BTW 4BTW
Alzao (USA) 103 BTW Lyphard Lady Rebecca
Burghclere 3BTW Busted Highclere
Sakura Bakushin O (JPN) (1989) BTW 37 BTW
Sugar Heart (JPN) (b 2005) 2BTW
Otome Gokoro (JPN) (1990)
Sakura Yutaka O (JPN) 16 BTW Tesco Boy Angelica
Sakura Hagoromo (JPN) 1BTW Northern Taste Clear Amber
Judge Angelucci (USA) 1BTW Honest Pleasure Victorian Queen
Tizly (USA) 2BTP Lyphard Tizna
SatsukiSho (Japanese2000 Guineas)-G1 winnerSolOriens inhissecondcrop.
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
23 2- 1- 206,708
364 12,607,644
421 1473,744 2015 53 -1 1- 221,867
Total147 12 2£3,509,963
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-12f
At 2 Won Kigiku Sho, Kyoto, (9f. beating Tosen Powerful (JPN) and Colorful Blossom (JPN)), Two-Year-Old Maiden Race, Kyoto, (9f. beating Regeneration (JPN) and King Legend (JPN)), third in Radio Nikkei Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, (to Epiphaneia (JPN))
At 3 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2013. Won Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1, (12f beating Epiphaneia (JPN) and Apollo Sonic (USA)), Prix Niel, ParisLongchamp, Gr.2, (12f beating Ruler of The World (IRE) and Ocovango (GB)), Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2, (11f beating Peptide Amazon (JPN) and Giant Leap (JPN)), Mainichi Hai Hanshin, Gr.3 (9f. beating Geyersworth (JPN) and Bad Boy (JPN)) fourth in Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, (to Treve (FR)).
At 4 Won Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, (10f beating Tokai Paradise (JPN) and Epiphaneia (JPN)), fourth in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1, (to Fenomeno (JPN))
At 5 Second in Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2 (to Lachesis (JPN)), third in Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto Gr.2 (to Lovely Day (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
CATEQUIL (CAN), placed twice at 3 years; Own sister to OCEAN CAT (USA); dam of 6 winners includingKIZUNA (JPN) (2010 c. by Deep Impact (JPN)), subject stallion. SUNDAY BREAK (JPN) (1999 c. by Forty Niner (USA)), won 4 races at 3 years in U.S.A. and £306,665 including Peter Pan Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.2, third in Belmont Stakes, Gr.1, Wood Memorial Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.1; sire PHALAENOPSIS (JPN) (1995 f. by Brian's Time (USA)), Champion 3yr old filly in Japan in 1998, Champion older mare in Japan in 2000, won 7 races, £2,318,787 including Queen Elizabeth II Commemorative Cup, Kyoto, L.; dam of winners Ranunculus (JPN) (f by Special Week (JPN)), winner in Japan and placed second in Hochi Hai Revue (fillies GnsTrial), Hanshin, Gr.2
A Diaphon (JPN) (f by Dance In The Dark (JPN)), winner in Japan and placed third in KBS Kyoto Sho Fantasy Stakes, Kyoto, L. CLIMBING ROSE (JPN), winner in Japan; dam of Parashurama (JPN) (c by Transcend (JPN)) winner to 2023 in Japan, third in Coral Stakes Hanshin, L. ARANDA (JPN) (1996 f. by Sunday Silence (USA)), won 1 race in Japan; dam ofNaked (JPN) (c by French Deputy (USA)) winner in Japan and placed second in Elm Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3 and third in Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3
2nd Dam
PACIFIC PRINCESS (USA), won 7 races in U.S.A. including Delaware Oaks, Gr.1, Hempstead Handicap, Belmont, Gr.2, second in Matron Stakes, Belmont, Gr.1; dam of 6 winners includingOCEAN CAT (USA) (f by Storm Cat (USA)), won 7 races including Vallejo Stakes, Golden Gate, L.R., Turbo Launch Stakes, Santa Anita, L.; dam of winners. PACIFICUS (USA) won 2 races at 3 years and placed 3 times; dam of winners.
NARITA BRIAN (JPN) Champion 2yr old colt in Japan in 1993 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 1994 won Hanshin Daishoten, L. (twice); sire Superior Pearl (JPN), unraced; dam of LAST IMPACT (JPN) won Kinko Sho Chukyo, Gr.2, second in Japan Cup, Gr.1 and third in Sheema Classic, Gr.1
sire reference
By DEEP IMPACT (JPN) (2002-Stud 2007), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2005, Champion older horse in Japan in 2006, Won 12 races, £7,280,362, 10f.16f., Japan Cup, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Gr.1 Sire of AUGUSTE RODIN (IRE) (Derby Stakes, Gr.1), SAXON WARRIOR (JPN) (2000 Guineas, Gr.1; sire), STUDY OF MAN (IRE) (Prix du Jockey Club, Gr.1; sire), SNOWFALL (JPN) (Oaks Stakes, Gr.1, Irish Oaks, Gr.1), FANCY BLUE (IRE) (Nassau Stakes, Gr.1, Prix de Diane, Gr.1), BEAUTY PARLOUR (GB) (Poule d'Essai des Pouliches, Gr.1), JUSTIN PALACE (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring), Gr.1), GLORY VASE (JPN) (The Hong Kong Vase, Gr.1 (twice)), KILLER ABILITY (JPN) (Hopeful Stakes, Gr.1), SHAHRYAR (JPN) (Dubai Sheema Classic, Gr.1), ASK VICTOR MORE (JPN) (Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Gr.1), LEI PAPALE (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Gr.1), CONTRAIL (JPN) (Japan Cup, Gr.1; sire), DANON KINGLY (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Gr.1), DANON PREMIUM (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Gr.1; sire), ROGER BAROWS (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Gr.1; sire) SATONO ARES (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Gr.1; sire) SATONO DIAMOND (JPN) (Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Gr.1; sire), REAL STEEL (JPN) (Dubai Turf, Gr.1; sire), TOSEN STARDOM (JPN) (Mackinnon Stakes Gr.1; sire) DANON PLATINA (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Gr.1; sire) SATONO ALADDIN (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Gr.1; sire), MIKKI ISLE (JPN) (Mile Championship Gr.1; sire).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£)
2019-21358 233484 826362116331 76703
2022 352167 274435 20314167 51215663
2023 389184 298541 22488542 1877620
2024 394181 264397 19844047 248043
Sire of the winners of 1320 races and 98858389 plus 92218029
2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£)
2017-19 434 397 309 975 1728 73349626 47 2169986
2020 1079064 162 265 1053170300 0
2021 169 15698 166 188 13881062 12 48043
2022 13640151718 109599800 0
2023 120 From 6 crops of racing age sire of 488 winners of 1329 races and £101,076,418 at home and abroad
best progeny
SONGLINE (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1, Fuji Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, 1351 Turf Sprint, King Abdulaziz, Gr.3, Kobai Stakes, Chukyo, L., second in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
JUSTIN MILANO (JPN) (Exceed And Excel (AUS): Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1).
AKAI ITO (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1, third in Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2, fourth in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1).
BATHRAT LEON (JPN) (New Approach (IRE): Godolphin Mile, Meydan, Gr.2, New Zealand Trophy Nakayama, Gr.2 1351 Turf Sprint King Abdulaziz Gr.3 fourth in Sussex Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1, Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
DEEP BOND (JPN) (King Halo (JPN): Prix Foy, ParisLongchamp, Gr.2 Hanshin Daishoten, Gr.2 (twice), Kyoto Shimbun Hai Gr.2 second in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Hanshin, Gr.1 (3 times)).
ASK WILD MORE (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Chukyo Gr.2, second in Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3).
MALTESE DIOSA (JPN) (Grand Slam (USA): Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2 Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, second in Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Gr.1).
JUNE TAKE (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2, second in Kobe Shimbun Hai, Chukyo, Gr.2, fourth in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Gr.1).
QUEEN'S WALK (JPN) (Harlington (USA): Kansai Tel. Corp Sho Rose Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2, Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, fourth in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
SIXPENCE (JPN) (Twirling Candy (USA): Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2).
STELLARIA (JPN) (Motivator (GB): Fukushima Himba Stakes, Fukushima, Gr.3, Wasurenagusa Sho, Hanshin, L., second in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1).
HAGINO ALEGRIAS (JPN) (Generous (IRE): Sirius Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3 (twice)).
MAGIC SANDS (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Gr.3).
PARALLEL VISION (JPN) (Makfi (GB): Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Gr.3).
ALICE VERITE (JPN) (Cozzene (USA): Mermaid Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
CONCH SHELL (JPN) (Galileo (IRE): Nakayama Himba Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
CRYSTAL BLACK (JPN) (Taiki Shuttle (USA): Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3).
ABLAZE (JPN) (Jungle Pocket (JPN): Flower Cup, Nakayama, Gr.3).
BIEN FAIT (JPN) (Sakura Bakushin O (JPN): Hakodate Sprint, Sapporo, Gr.3). FINE ROUGE (JPN) (Boston Harbor (USA): Shion Stakes, Nakayama Gr.3 Fairy Stakes Nakayama, Gr.3 second in Victoria Mile Tokyo, Gr.1 Shuka Sho Hanshin, Gr.1 third in Oka Sho (Japanese 1000 Guineas) Hanshin Gr.1).
SHAMROCK HILL (JPN) (Tapit (USA): Mermaid Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3).
SUNRISE ZIPANGU (JPN) (Zoffany (IRE): Wakagoma Stakes, Kyoto, L., second in JBC Nisai Yushun Mombetsu L. third in Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
YOOZUNA (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE): Prix Lyphard, Deauville, L.).
DADDY'S VIVID (JPN) (French Deputy (USA): Shinetsu Stakes, Niigata, L., Tachibana Stakes, Chukyo, L., second in Hankyu Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3).
SEFER RASIEL (JPN) (Out of Place (USA): Shirayuri Stakes, Chukyo, L.).
LIGHT BACK (JPN) (Exceed And Excel (AUS): Elfin Stakes, Kyoto, L., third in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
TAGANO ELPIDA (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Wasurenagusa Sho, Hanshin, L., third in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
HAPI (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Hosu Stakes, Chukyo, L., second in Sirius Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.3, third in Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1).
TELEOS BELL (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): Breeders' Gold Cup, Mombetsu, L.R.).
GRAND BERNADETTE (JPN) (Wilburn (USA): Wasurenagusa Sho, Hanshin, L.).
CHIMERA VERITE (JPN) (Cozzene (USA): Hokkaido Nisai Yushun, Mombetsu, L.R.).
KEVIN (JPN) (Anabaa Blue (GB): Wakagoma Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
CHRISTIE (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): Rokko Stakes, Hanshin, L.).
BORZAKOVSKIY (JPN) (Orpen (USA): Rokko Stakes, Hanshin, L.).
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986) BTW 172 BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Deep Impact (JPN) (b 2002) 209 BTW
Catequil (CAN) (b 1990) 3BTW
Wind In Her Hair (IRE) (1991) BTW 4BTW
Alzao (USA) 103 BTW Lyphard Lady Rebecca
Burghclere 3BTW Busted Highclere
Storm Cat (USA) (1983) BTW 177 BTW
Pacific Princess (USA) (1973) BTW 1BTW
Storm Bird (CAN) 64 BTW Northern Dancer South Ocean
Terlingua (USA) 2BTW Secretariat Crimson Saint
Damascus (USA) 70 BTW Sword Dancer Kerala Fiji 3BTW Acropolis Rififi
Leading SireinJapan Champion 3YOby DeepImpact.
Champion 3yo colt by champion sire Deep Impact. Japanese Derby winner Sire of a 2yo Group winner from his first crop. 10GradedStakeswinnersin2024 includingtheunbeatenSatsukiSho (Japanese2000Guineas)-G1 winnerJustinMilano.
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racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 and 3 years 8f-10f
At 2 Won Zen-Nippon Nisai Yushun, Kawasaki, L., (8f. beating Don Fortis (JPN) and Haseno Pyro (JPN)), Platanus Sho, Tokyo, (8f. beating Soliste Thunder (JPN) and Viel Spass (USA)), Newcomer Race, Niigata, (9f beating Big Smoky (JPN) and Goliath (JPN))
At 3 Won Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, (9f. beating Westerlund (JPN) and Sunrise Soar (JPN)), Unicorn Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, (8f. beating Great Time (JPN) and Engrosser (JPN)), Mile Championship Nambu Hai, Morioka, L., (8f. beating Gold Dream (JPN) and Meisho Utage (JPN)), Japan Dirt Derby, Oi, L., (10f beating Omega Perfume (JPN) and Great Time (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
MAESTRALE (JPN), won 4 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan and £452,597 and placed 10 times; dam of 3 winners including-
LE VENT SE LEVE (JPN) (2015 c. by Symboli Kris S (USA)), subject stallion.
KING'S FIGLIA (JPN) (2018 f. by King Kamehameha (JPN)) won 3 races at 3 to 5 years, 2023 in Japan and £246,966 and placed 4 times.
2nd Dam
AUTUMN BREEZE (JPN), won 2 races at 2 and 3 years in Japan and £95,660; also won 1 race over jumps at 5 years in Japan and £56,824; dam of 10 winners includingIRON TAILOR (JPN) (f by Gold Allure (JPN)), won 6 races at 2 and 4 years in Japan and £632,027 including Queen Sho, Funabashi, L. placed second in Marine Cup, Funabashi, L.
CHUWA BLOSSOM (JPN) won 4 races in Japan and £279,859; dam of winners.
CHUWA WIZARD (JPN), won Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, JBC Classic, Urawa, L., Kawasaki Kinen, Kawasaki, L.R. (twice), Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L., Nagoya Grand Prix, Nagoya, L., placed second in Dubai World Cup, Meydan, Gr.1, Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2, Teio Sho, Oi, L. (twice), Shiwasu Stakes, Nakayama, L. and third in Dubai World Cup, Meydan, Gr.1
3rd Dam
SEPTEMBER SONG (JPN), won 3 races in Japan; dam of 5 winners includingAUTUMN BREEZE (JPN), see above.
The next dam DYNA FAIRY (JPN), won 6 races in Japan including Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes, Nakayama, L., Niigata Kinen, Niigata, L., Epsom Cup, Tokyo, L., Keisei Hai, Nakayama, L., Himba Tokyo Times Hai, Tokyo, L., placed second in Tanabata Sho, Fukushima, L., Nakayama Himba Stakes, Nakayama, L., Nikkan Sports Sho Kim Pai, Nakayama, L., New Zealand Trophy Yonsai Stakes, Tokyo, L., Sansai Himba Stakes, Nakayama, L. and third in Kisaragi Sho, Chukyo, L.; dam of 10 winners includingROSEN KAVALIER (JPN), won 7 races in Japan including Meguro KinenFrance Galop, Tokyo, L., Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, L., American Jockey Club Cup Nakayama, L. St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, L. placed second in Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, L. and third in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, L. Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, L. American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, L.; sire.
SUMMER SUSPICION (JPN) won TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, L.; sire. DAIICHI RIKA (JPN) won 4 races in Japan; grandam of HOKUTO SULTAN (JPN) won Meguro Kinen Tokyo, L. placed second in Minami Hokkaido Stakes, Hakodate, L., Sapporo Nikkei Open, Sapporo, L. best progeny
SOLDIER FIELD (JPN) (Ammirare (JPN): 4 races and £54,244, 2024), PINO MAHANA (JPN) (Suzuka Mambo (JPN): 2 races and £36,924, 2024), ELAINE ASTI (JPN) (South Vigorous (USA): 2 races and £69,420, 2024), TOKEN KUMI (JPN) (Sakura President (JPN): 2 races and £16,580, 2024), WILL ALTAR (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): 1 race and £7,932, 2024), SANYO TEIO (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): 1 race and £12,419, 2024), YOSHIHIRO (JPN) (Fusaichi Concorde (JPN): 1 race and £25,006, 2024), TEN WONDER MAN (JPN) (Marvelous Sunday (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), TRIPOLITANIA (JPN) (Wild Rush (USA): 1 race and £49,009, 2024), KIMINO HEART (JPN) (Deep Brillante (JPN): 1 race and £28,821, 2024), PARASOLE (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): 1 race and £6,683, 2024), VACANZA (JPN) (Dance In The Dark (JPN): 1 race and £35,252, 2024), HAPPY BIVOUAC (JPN) (Lord Kanaloa (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), EL VIENTO SOPLA (JPN) (Rulership (JPN): 1 race and £11,138, 2024), GOLD PLAN (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): 1 race and £4,567 2024)
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins Places Won (£)WinsWon (£) 2024 73 15 21 45 772271 00 2024 data to November By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2022 1497315214577227100 0 2023 142 From 1 crop of racing age sire of 15 winners of 21 races and £772,271
sire reference
By SYMBOLI KRIS S (USA) (1999-Stud 2004), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2002, Won 8 races, £5,152,328 8f.-12½f. Arima Kinen Nakayama, L. (twice), Tenno Sho (Autumn), Nakayama, L., Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, L., TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, L., Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, L., third in Japan Cup, Nakayama, Gr.1, Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Sire of-
LE VENT SE LEVE (JPN) (subject stallion).
EPIPHANEIA (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, Radio Nikkei Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, L., second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1; sire)
STRONG RETURN (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, third in Radio Nikkei Sho, Fukushima, Gr.3; sire).
ALFREDO (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, second in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Tokyo Shimbun Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, third in Niigata Daishoten, Niigata, Gr.3).
SUCCESS BROCKEN (JPN) (February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, Tokyo Daishoten, Oi, L., Japan Dirt Derby, Oi, L., third in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1).
SAN CARLO (JPN) (Hanshin Cup Hanshin, Gr.2 (twice), New Zealand Trophy Nakayama, Gr.2, Hankyu Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo Gr.1 Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2 third in Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1; sire).
MITRA (JPN) (Kinko Sho, Chukyo Gr.2 Fukushima Kinen Fukushima, Gr.3 second in American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2 Fukushima Kinen, Fukushima Gr.3 third in Sankei Sho All Comers Nakayama, Gr.2).
SHONAN LAGOON (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2).
YULE SINGING (JPN) (Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen Nakayama Gr.2 Niigata Daishoten, Niigata, Gr.3).
ALISEO (JPN) (Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Kyodo News Service Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3).
SATONO TITAN (JPN) (March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Brazil Cup, Tokyo, L., third in Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3).
CORTESIA (JPN) (Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, Gr.3, third in Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.3).
SUNRISE SOAR (JPN) (Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, second in Chunichi Sports Hai Musashino Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, third in Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1).
AIR ANTHEM (JPN) (Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate, Gr.3, Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, L., third in Fukushima Kinen, Fukushima, Gr.3).
SOLOR (JPN) (March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Marine Stakes, Hakodate, L., second in Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
SATONO APOLLO (JPN) (Chunichi Shimbun Hai, Chukyo, Gr.3).
RENFORCER (JPN) (Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3, Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L.).
SILENT MELODY (JPN) (March Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 third in Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2).
MACHIKANENIHOMBARE (JPN) (Elm Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
MONTE KRIS S (JPN) (Diamond Stakes Tokyo, Gr.3 third in Sportsnippon Sho Stayers Stakes Nakayama, Gr.2 Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2).
SATONO GALLANT (JPN) (Capital Stakes, Tokyo, L. Tanigawadake Stakes, Niigata, L. third in Sekiya Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3).
DANON COME ON (JPN) (Enif Stakes Hanshin, L. Perseus Stakes Tokyo, L. second in Procyon Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
SATONO NEPTUNE (JPN) (Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, L.).
POWER STRUGGLE (JPN) (Hakusan Daishoten, Kanazawa, L.).
APRES UN REVE (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, L., third in Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3).
DANTSU KISSUI (JPN) (Arlington Cup, Hanshin, L.).
PRETTY CHANCE (JPN) (Ladies Prelude, Ohi, L.R.).
ULTIMA BLOOD (JPN) (Lapis Lazuli Stakes, Nakayama, L.).
SEKISHO (JPN) (Shion Stakes, Nakayama, L.).
CALMATO (JPN) (Shion Stakes, Nakayama, L.).
DIANA BAROWS (JPN) (Shion Stakes, Nakayama, L.).
SO MAGIC (JPN) (Anemone Stakes, Nakayama, L.).
Red Genova (JPN) (second in Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2, fourth in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1).
Blanc Neige (JPN) (second in Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, fourth in Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
Kris S (USA) (1977) BTW 90 BTW
Symboli Kris S (USA) (b. 1999) 35 BTW
Tee Kay (USA) (1991) BTW 1BTW
Neo Universe (JPN) (2000) BTW 33 BTW
Maestrale (JPN) (b. 2006) 1BTW
Autumn Breeze (JPN) (1998) 1BTW
Roberto (USA) 85 BTW Hail To Reason Bramalea
Sharp Queen (USA) 1BTW Princequillo Bridgework
Gold Meridian (USA) 7BTW Seattle Slew Queen Louie
Tri Argo (USA) 1BTW Tri Jet Hail Proudly
Sunday Silence (USA) 172 BTW Halo Wishing Well
Pointed Path 2BTW Kris Silken Way
Timber Country (USA) 21 BTW Woodman Fall Aspen
September Song (JPN) Real Shadai Dyna Fairy
racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 years and over 6f-8f
At 2 Won Newcomer Race, Kokura, (6f. beating Ciel Et Mer (JPN) and Thatcher (JPN)).
At 3 Won Keihan Hai, Kyoto, Gr.3, (6f. beating Grand Prix Angel (JPN) and One Carat (JPN)), Aoi Stakes, Kyoto, L.R., (6f. beating Sakura Belle (JPN) and Miyaji M J (JPN)), Kyoraku Stakes, Kyoto, (6f. beating Kyowa Magnum (JPN) and Sky No Dan (JPN)), Dracaena Sho, Kokura, (6f. beating Aster Wing (JPN) and Meiner Rogar (JPN))
At 4 Champion older sprinter in Japan in 2012, Champion older miler in Japan in 2012. Won Longines Hong Kong Sprint, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (6f. beating Cerise Cherry (SAF) and Captain Sweet (AUS)), Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, (6f. beating Curren Chan (JPN) and Dream Valentino (JPN)), Silk Road Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, (6f. beating A Shin Duck Man (JPN) and Ken Bridge L (JPN)), second in Centaur Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, (to Epice Arome (JPN)), Hakodate Sprint Stakes, Hakodate Gr.3 (to Dream Valentino (JPN)), third in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, (to Curren Chan (JPN))
At 5 Champion older sprinter in Japan in 2013, Champion older miler in Japan in 2013. Won Longines Hong Kong Sprint, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (6f. beating Sole Power (GB) and Frederick Engels (GB)), Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, (6f. beating Hakusan Moon (JPN) and Mayano Ryujin (JPN)), Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, (8f. beating Shonan Mighty (JPN) and Danon Shark (JPN)) Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, (6f. beating Dream Valentino (JPN) and Hakusan Moon (JPN)), Hankyu Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, (7f. beating Majin Prosper (JPN) and Olivine (JPN)), second in Centaur Stakes, Hanshin Gr.2 (to Hakusan Moon (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
LADY BLOSSOM (JPN), won 5 races at 2 to 5 years in Japan and £414,228 and placed 8 times; dam of 8 winners includingLORD KANALOA (JPN) (2008 c. by King Kamehameha (JPN)), subject stallion. Lord Balius (JPN) (2005 c. by Brian's Time (USA)), won 6 races in Japan and £784,214, placed 9 times including second in Port Island Stakes, Hanshin, L.; sire.
2nd Dam
SARATOGA DEW (USA), Champion 3yr old filly in U.S.A in 1992, won 8 races in U.S.A. and £289,615 including Beldame Stakes Belmont Gr.1 Gazelle Stakes, Belmont, Gr.1, Comely Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.2, Hyde Park H’cap, Belmont, L.; dam of 8 winners includingAL KAZAN (JPN) (c by Dance In The Dark (JPN)) won 2 races at 2 years in Japan and £148,698 including Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, L.
3rd Dam
SUPER LUNA (USA), unraced; dam of 2 winners includingSARATOGA DEW (USA), see above. Saratoga Smile (USA), unraced; dam of winners. SMILE MY LORD (USA), won Raise a Cup Handicap, Delaware Park, L., placed second in Maryland Breeders' Cup Handicap, Pimlico, Gr.3
sire reference
By KING KAMEHAMEHA (JPN) (2001-Stud 2005) Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2004 Won 7 races, £2,239,881, 8f.-12f. Kobe Shimbun Hai, L. Tokyo Yushun (Derby) L. NHK Mile Cup, L. Mainichi Hai, L. Sire of JUN LIGHT BOLT (JPN) (Champions Cup, Gr.1 Sirius Stakes, Gr.3), STUNNING ROSE (JPN) (Shuka Sho, Gr.1, second in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Gr.1), REY DE ORO (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1; sire), MIKKI ROCKET (JPN) (Takarazuka Kinen, Gr.1; sire), LOVELY DAY (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Gr.1; sire), HOKKO TARUMAE (JPN) (Tokyo Daishoten, Gr.1 (twice), The Champions Cup, Gr.1; sire), DURAMENTE (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Gr.1; sire), LEONTES (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Gr.1; sire), BELSHAZZAR (JPN) (Japan Cup Dirt, Gr.1; sire), LORD KANALOA (JPN) (subject stallion), RULERSHIP (JPN) (Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Gr.1; sire), ROSE KINGDOM (JPN) (Japan Cup, Gr.1; sire), CHUWA WIZARD (JPN) (Champions Cup, Gr.1), LET'S GO DONKI (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Gr.1), APAPANE (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks), Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Gr.1).
LORD KANALOA (JPN) is also maternal grandsire of Smart Pholus (JPN) (Sinister Minister (USA): second in Enif Stakes, Hanshin, L.), Clavichord (JPN) (Just A Way (JPN): second in Marine Cup, Funabashi, L.), Dotto Kuru (JPN) (Dee Majesty (JPN): third in Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins Places Won (£)Wins Won (£)
2017-21752 497 1341 2275 1026892787 4479457
2022 584271 445679 27494924 71971488
2023 565253 414744 26735103 78470101
2024 466189 312527 16928910 6185475
Sire of the winners of 2512 races and 173848215 plus 27 15106521
Also sire of the winners of 36 races from his Southern Hemisphere crops 2024 data to October
By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2015-19 922 831 637 2154 3743 1523275547 20 14896154
2020 183 161 108 264 333 154999593 6186924
2021 124 1055687 137 566681800 7822
2022 1123067 12 353884 11 15621
2023 100 From 8 crops of racing age sire of 815 winners of 2539 races and £188,954,736 at home and abroad
best progeny
ALMOND EYE (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): DP World Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1, Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1, Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1, Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
DANON SMASH (JPN) (Hard Spun (USA): The Hong Kong Sprint, Sha Tin, Gr.1, Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, Centaur Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2, second in Sprinters Stks Nakayama, Gr.1 third in Sprinters Stks, Nakayama, Gr.1; sire).
BELLAGIO OPERA (JPN) (Harbinger (GB): Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1 Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 third in Takarazuka Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.1).
TAGALOA (AUS) (Heart's Cry (JPN): Blue Diamond Stakes, Caulfield, Gr.1 third in Australian Guineas Flemington Gr.1; sire).
SATURNALIA (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, second in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 fourth in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
FIRST FORCE (JPN) (Sakura Bakushin O (JPN): Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, CBC Sho, Kokura, Gr.3, second in Centaur Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2).
PANTHALASSA (JPN) (Montjeu (IRE): Saudi Cup, King Abdulaziz, Gr.1, Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1, Nakayama Kinen, Gr.2, Fukushima Kinen, Gr.3, October Stakes, Tokyo, L., second in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1).
DANON SCORPION (JPN) (Sligo Bay (IRE): NHK Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1, Arlington Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, Hagi Stakes, Hanshin, L., third in Asahi Hai Futurity, Hanshin, Gr.1). STELVIO (JPN) (Falbrav (IRE): Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, Fuji-TV Sho Spring Stakes (Gns Trial), Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Asahi Hai Futurity, Hanshin, Gr.1).
BREDE WEG (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1).
RED MON REVE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2). DIATONIC (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): Hanshin Cup, Gr.2, Swan Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2 (twice), third in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1).
SUBLIME ANTHEM (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2, second in Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2).
KING HERMES (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Keio Hai Nisai Stakes Tokyo, Gr.2).
KING OF KOJI (JPN) (Galileo (IRE): American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2).
CADENCE CALL (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): Yomiuri Milers Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2 second in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
FANTASIST (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
ASK ONE TIME (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Kokura Nisai Stakes, Kokura Gr.3).
RED LE ZELE (JPN) (French Deputy (USA): Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 second in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, Dubai Golden Shaheen, Meydan, Gr.1 (twice)).
BUON VOYAGE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): TV Nishinippon Corp.Sho Kitakyushu Kinen, Kokura, Gr.3).
KIMIWA QUEEN (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): Hakodate Sprint Stakes, Gr.3). TIME TO HEAVEN (JPN) (Admire Vega (JPN): Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.3, second in New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2).
RED GALANT (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Niigata Daishoten, Niigata, Gr.3).
GROOVE IT (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3).
R STAR (JPN) (Soccer Boy (JPN): Kokura Kinen, Kokura, Gr.3).
VAL D'ISERE (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Gr.3).
LEI HALIA (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): Keeneland Cup, Sapporo, Gr.3).
KNOW IT ALL (GB) (Rainbow Quest (USA): Derrinstown Stud 1000 Guineas Trial, Leopardstown, Gr.3, third in Prix Rothschild, Deauville, Gr.1).
IBERIS (JPN) (Boston Harbor (USA): Kyoto Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3).
TROIS ETOILES (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): Keisei Hai Autumn Hcap, Gr.3 (twice))
JO KANA CHAN (JPN) (Neo Universe (JPN): Ibis Summer Dash Niigata, Gr.3).
EMPEROR WAKEA (JPN) (Curlin (USA): Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
SATONO REVE (JPN) (Sakura Bakushin O (JPN): Keeneland Cup, Sapporo, Gr.3).
T M TOKKYU (JPN) (Sakura Bakushin O (JPN): Capella Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
HO O EMMY'S (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): Fukushima Kinen Fukushima Gr.3).
Kingmambo (USA) (1990)
BTW 91 BTW
King Kamehameha (JPN) (b 2001) 101BTW
Manfath (IRE) (1991) 2BTW
Storm Cat (USA) (1983)
BTW 177 BTW
Lady Blossom (JPN) (b 1996) 1BTW
Saratoga Dew (USA) (1989)
BTW 1BTW
Mr Prospector (USA) 177 BTW Raise A Native Gold Digger
Miesque (USA) 5BTW Nureyev Pasadoble
Last Tycoon 85 BTW Try My Best Mill Princess
Pilot Bird Blakeney The Dancer
Storm Bird (CAN) 64 BTW Northern Dancer South Ocean
Terlingua (USA) 2BTW Secretariat Crimson Saint
Cormorant (USA) 45 BTW His Majesty Song Sparrow
Super Luna (USA) 1BTW In Reality Alada
BrilliantSprinter
Sireof10G1winners including9-timeG1winner AlmondEye.
Sireof10sonsatstud. NewG1winnerin2024, BellagioOpera.
racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 years and over 7f-10f
At 2 Won Manryo Sho, Hanshin, (7f beating Fermezza (JPN) and Radius (JPN)), TwoYear-Old Newcomer Race, Kyoto, (7f beating Invoke (JPN) and Water Voice (JPN))
At 3 Fourth in Fuji-TV Sho Spring Stakes (Guineas Trial), Nakayama, Gr.2, (to Rosa Gigantea (JPN))
At 4 Champion sprinter and miler in Japan in 2015 Won Longines Hong Kong Mile, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (8f. beating Giant Treasure (USA) and Able Friend (AUS)), Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, (8f. beating Fiero (JPN) and Isla Bonita (JPN)), Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, (8f. beating Vincennes (JPN) and Clarente (JPN)), Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.3, (8f. beating Clarity City (JPN) and Impulse Hero (JPN)), Spica Stakes, Nakayama, (9f beating Daiwa Liberal (JPN) and Samson's Pride (JPN)), Wakashio Sho, Nakayama, (8f beating Sakura d'Amour (JPN) and Ennead (JPN))
At 5 Won Longines Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (10f beating Secret Weapon (GB) and Staphanos (JPN)), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (10f beating Real Steel (JPN) and Staphanos (JPN)), The Champions Mile, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (8f. beating Contentment (AUS) and Packing Pins (NZ)), second in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Logotype (JPN)), Sapporo Kinen, Sapporo, Gr.2, (to Neorealism (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
MEJIRO FRANCES (JPN), unplaced in Japan at 3 years; dam of 6 winners includingMAURICE (JPN) (2011 c. by Screen Hero (JPN)), subject stallion. Lucas (JPN) (2015 g. by Screen Hero (JPN)), won 1 race at 2 years in Japan and £452,577 and placed second in Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3
2nd Dam
MEJIRO MONTEREY (JPN) won 7 races at 2 to 5 years in Japan including American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, L. Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo L. Nikkan Sports Sho Kimpai, Nakayama, L. Queen Stakes, Nakayama, L. placed third in Flower Cup, Nakayama, L.; dam of 4 winners includingMejiro Atlas (JPN) (g by Mejiro McQueen (JPN)), won 6 races in Japan and placed third in Diolite Kinen, Funabashi, L.
3rd Dam
MEJIRO QUINCEY (JPN), unraced; dam of 7 winners includingMEJIRO MONTEREY (JPN), see above.
sire reference
By SCREEN HERO (JPN) (2004-Stud 2010), Champion older horse in Japan in 2008, Won 5 races, £2,502,804, 9f.-13f., Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, L., second in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1 Sire of WIN MARILYN (JPN) (The Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1, Sankei Sho All Comers, Nakayama, Gr.2, Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2 second in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1, Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1), GOLD ACTOR (JPN) (Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes Nakayama, Gr.2 Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2 Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2 second in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 third in Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix) Nakayama, Gr.1 Kikuka Sho (St Leger) Kyoto, Gr.1; sire), MAURICE (JPN) (subject stallion), ART HOUSE (JPN) (Kansai Tel Corp Sho Rose Stakes, Chukyo Gr.2 Aichi Hai, Chukyo Gr.3 Wasurenagusa Sho, Hanshin, L.), GENERALE UNO (JPN) (Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3, third in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1), COOL CAT (JPN) (Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2), WIN GREATEST (JPN) (Swan Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, New Year Stakes, Nakayama, L., second in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2), PIECE OF EIGHT (JPN) (Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, Tanigawadake Stakes, Niigata, L.), WIN CARNELIAN (JPN) (Sekiya Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3, Tokyo Shimbun Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, Yonago Stakes, Hanshin, L., Tanigawadake Stakes, Niigata, L.), GUANCIALE (JPN) (Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.3, Rakuyo Stakes, Kyoto, L., Capital Stakes, Tokyo, L., second in Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2; sire), MEINER GRIT (JPN) (Kokura Nisai Stakes, Kokura, Gr.3), MUSEE ALIEN (JPN) (Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2), TRUST (JPN) (Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3), KURINO GAUDI (JPN) (Azuchijo Stakes, Chukyo, L., second in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins Places Won (£)WinsWon (£)
2020-21249 113169 252133540890 0
2022 333147 225335 14754086 00
2023 353148 237436 17117653 0206603
2024 326118 177310 94757651 451439
Sire of the winners of 808 races and 54701593 plus 1658042 Also sire of the winners of 315 races from his Southern Hemisphere crops 2024 data to October.
By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£)
2018-19 340 296 204 562 922 39020674 00 648657
2020 137 12281 170 283 95306940 00
2021 105934563 115 512263500 0
2022 97 40 12 13 13 102759011 9385
2023 93 From 5 crops of racing age sire of 343 winners of 809 races and £55,359,635 at home and abroad
best progeny
JACK D'OR (JPN) (Unbridled's Song (USA): Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Sapporo Kinen, Sapporo, Gr.2, Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2, Shirafuji Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
GERALDINA (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1, Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Naruo Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3, third in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Kokura Kinen, Gr.3).
PIXIE KNIGHT (JPN) (King Halo (JPN): Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen Chukyo Gr.3 second in Centaur Stakes, Chukyo Gr.2).
MAZU (AUS) (Flying Spur (AUS): Doomben 10,000 Eagle Farm Gr.1 Arrowfield Sprint Randwick, Gr.2 Hall Mark Stakes, Randwick Gr.3 Brian Crowley Stakes, Randwick, L. Darby Munro Stakes, Rosehill, L. Fireball Stakes, Randwick, L. third in T J Smith Stakes Randwick Gr.1 Doomben 10,000, Doomben, Gr.1).
HITOTSU (AUS) (Redoute's Choice (AUS): Victoria Derby, Flemington Gr.1 Australian Derby, Randwick, Gr.1, Australian Guineas, Flemington, Gr.1).
NORTH BRIDGE (JPN) (Admire Moon (JPN): American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2, Sapporo Kinen, Sapporo, Gr.2, Epsom Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, third in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
SHIGERU PINK RUBY (JPN) (High Chaparral (IRE): Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2).
BANK MAUR (AUS) (Redoute's Choice (AUS): Alister Clark Stakes, Moonee Valley, Gr.2, second in Manfred Stakes, Sandown-Hillside, Gr.3, fourth in Australian Guineas, Flemington, Gr.1).
MATENRO SKY (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, Rigel Stakes, Hanshin, L., third in Epsom Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3).
DIVINA (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Ireland Trophy Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Sekiya Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3, Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3). STRAUSS (JPN) (Admire Vega (JPN): Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, third in Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3).
NOCKING POINT (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Niigata Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3, second in Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in Tanabata Sho, Fukushima, Gr.3). LAGULF (JPN) (Falbrav (IRE): Nikkan Sports Sho Nakayama Kimpai Gr.3 second in Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 third in Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
KAFUJI OCTAGON (JPN) (Mejiro Bailey (JPN): Leopard Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
AL NASEEM (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen Kokura Gr.3 Cassiopeia Stakes, Kyoto, L. second in Miyakooji Stakes Kyoto, L. fourth in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1 Kokura Daishoten Kokura Gr.3).
ROOKS NEST (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Chunichi Sports Sho Falcon Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.3, second in Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3).
ARTE VELOCE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3).
DANON MCKINLEY (JPN) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE): Chunichi Sports Sho Falcon Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.3).
GENZANO (AUS) (Dream Ahead (USA): Spring Stakes, Newcastle, Gr.3).
KIBOU (AUS) (Any Given Saturday (USA): Up And Coming Stakes, Rosehill, Gr.3).
BALSAM NOTE (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): Toki Stakes, Niigata, L., Shirayuri Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
SUNRISE AMOUR (JPN) (Taiki Shuttle (USA): Ritto Stakes, Kyoto, L., third in Subaru Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
GARONNE (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): Tachibana Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
DANON AYERS ROCK (JPN) (Fastnet Rock (AUS): Principal Stakes, Tokyo, L., Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
CAPTAINCY (JPN) (Stay Gold (JPN): Junior Cup, Nakayama, L.).
GANBARE (AUS) (Redoute's Choice (AUS): Dulcify, Randwick, L., third in Spring Champion Stakes, Randwick, Gr.1).
NAMESAKE (AUS) (Redoute's Choice (AUS): Oxlade Stakes, Eagle Farm, L.).
NOAH 'N' A DEEL (AUS) (Dundeel (NZ): Gold Crown, Eagle Farm L. second in Grand Prix Stakes, Eagle Farm Gr.3 third in Queensland Oaks Eagle Farm, Gr.1).
AZULA (AUS) (Redoute's Choice (AUS): The Phoenix, Eagle Farm L.).
Grass Wonder (USA) (1995)
BTW 17 BTW
Screen Hero (JPN) (ch 2004) 17 BTW
Running Heroine (JPN) (1993) 1BTW
Carnegie (IRE) (1991)
BTW 15 BTW
Mejiro Frances (JPN) (b 2001) 1BTW
Mejiro Monterey (JPN) (1986)
BTW 1BTP
Silver Hawk (USA) 76 BTW Roberto Gris Vitesse
Ameriflora (USA) 2BTW Danzig Graceful Touch
Sunday Silence (USA) 172 BTW Halo Wishing Well
Dyna Actress (JPN) 2BTW Northern Taste Model Sport
Sadler's Wells (USA) 328 BTW Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge
Detroit (FR) 4BTW Riverman Derna II
Mogami (FR) 16 BTW Lyphard No Luck
Mejiro Quincey (JPN) 1BTW Fidion Mejiro Bosatsu
HorseoftheYear
andBestMiler inJapan
Sireof5G1winners includingtheSprinters Stakeswinner PixieKnightand tripleAustralian Classicwinner Hitotsu.
mind your biscuits (USA)
racingcareer
Winning distances at 3 years and over 6f-9f
At 2 Third in New York Breeders' Futurity, Finger Lakes, R , (to Dr Shane (USA)).
At 3 Won Malibu Stakes Santa Anita, Gr.1 (7f. beating Sharp Azteca (USA) and Ten Blessings (USA)) Amsterdam Stakes Saratoga Gr.2 (6½f. beating Maniacal (USA) and Its All Relevant (USA)), Allowance Race, Belmont Park, (6f. beating Fratello Del Nord (USA) and Gaming (USA)), Maiden Special Weight, Aqueduct, (6½f. beating Jet Black (USA) and Benevolence (USA)), second in TwinSpires Breeders' Cup Sprint, Santa Anita, Gr.1, (to Drefong (USA)), Gallant Bob Stakes, Parx Racing, Gr.3, (to Noholdingback Bear (USA)), Mike Lee Stakes, Belmont Park, R., (to Bust Another (USA))
At 4 Won Gulf News Dubai Golden Shaheen Stakes, Meydan, Gr.1, (6f beating Comicas (USA) and Morawij (GB)), Belmont Sprint Championship Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.2, (7f. beating Awesome Slew (USA) and Tommy Macho (USA)), second in Cigar Mile Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.1 (to Sharp Azteca (USA)), Gulfstream Park Sprint Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3, (to Unified (USA)), third in Breeders' Cup Sprint Del Mar, Gr.1 (to Roy H (USA))
At 5 Won Gulf News Dubai Golden Shaheen Stakes, Meydan, Gr.1, (6f. beating X Y Jet (USA) and Roy H (USA)), Lukas Classic Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3, (9f beating Toast of New York (USA) and Honorable Duty (USA)), second in Whitney Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, (to Diversify (USA)), Runhappy Metropolitan Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.1, (to Bee Jersey (USA))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
JAZZMANE (USA), unraced; dam of 5 winners includingMIND YOUR BISCUITS (USA) (2013 c. by Posse (USA)), subject stallion.
2nd Dam
ALLJAZZ (CAN), ran in U.S.A. at 3 years; dam of 7 winners includingKIMCHI (CAN) (f by Langfuhr (CAN)) Champion 3yr old filly in Canada in 2006, won 3 races at 2 and 3 years in Canada and £284,852 including Labatt Bison City Stakes, Fort Erie Woodbine Oaks Woodbine; dam of winners. DRIVEN FOR SUCCESS (USA) won Emerald Necklace Stakes Thistledown, R. King of Jazz (CAN) (g by K One King (USA)) won 3 races at 3 and 5 years in U.S.A. and £152,576, placed second in Queen's Plate Stakes, Woodbine, L.R. Deputy Jazz (CAN) (g by War Deputy (USA)) won 12 races at 4 to 6 years in U.S.A. and £171,239 and placed second in Parnitha Stakes, Fort Erie R YONG MUSICIAN (CAN) won 2 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A.; dam ofCo Cola (USA), winner in U.S.A., second in Old Hat Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3; dam of SEARCH RESULTS (USA) won Acorn Stakes, Belmont Gr.1 best progeny
DERMA SOTOGAKE (JPN) (Neo Universe (JPN): UAE Derby, Meydan, Gr.2, ZenNippon Nisai Yushun, Kawasaki, L., second in Breeders' Cup Classic, Santa Anita, Gr.1, third in Saudi Derby Cup, King Abdulaziz, Gr.3). HO O BISCUITS (JPN) (Rulership (JPN): Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate, Gr.3, second in Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, Tokyo Shimbun Hai, Gr.3)
MARUKA RAPID (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): Edelweiss Sho, Mombetsu, L.R., fourth in Hyogo Junior Grand Prix, Sonoda, L.R.). Shomon (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): third in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, Arlington Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3). Full Metal Body (JPN) (Dance In The Dark (JPN): third in Junior Cup, Nakayama, L.). Queen of Soul (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): third in Anemone Stakes, Nakayama, L. fourth in Elfin Stakes, Chukyo L.).
SAI AND KO (JPN) (Fuji Kiseki (JPN): 8 races and £71,144, 2024), NOBUNO BISCUITS (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): 7 races and £114,740 2023) THREE DEPUTY (JPN) (Brian's Time (USA): 5 races and £24,601, 2024), KEEP IN MIND (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): 5 races and £18,435, 2024), AVEBURY (JPN) (Vermilion (JPN): 6 races and £87,936, 2024), BURQUEM (JPN) (Lord Kanaloa (JPN): 5 races and £18,939, 2024), SILVER BISCUITS (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): 5 races and £100,020, 2024), GRAND CUBE (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): 4 races and £20,456, 2024), MEINER NARRATIVE (JPN) (Gold Allure (JPN): 4 races and £37,931, 2024), SANONO BISCUITS (JPN) (Meisho Bowler (JPN): 4 races and £24,390, 2023), HERACLES KNOT (JPN) (Stay Gold (JPN): 4 races and £46,949, 2024), ALPHA ZEUS (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 4 races and £48,441, 2024), KING OF THE NILE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 4 races and £168,404, 2023), MAKE THE BEAT (JPN) (Workforce (GB): 3 races and £346,910, 2023).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£)
2022 77 28 36 52 20525470 0 2023 15269102 1613384736 11456253 2024 18276119 2023318270 0975140
Sire of the winners of 257 races and 8755553plus 12431393
2024 data to October
By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2020 1039984 197 318 686327111 2431393
2021 88 80 37 54 87 171410100 0
2022 60 22 66 10 178181 00 0 2023 71 From 3 crops of racing age sire of 127 winners of 258 races and £11,186,946 at home and abroad
sire reference
By POSSE (USA) (2000-Stud 2004), Won 7 races, $662,841, 5½f.-7f., Riva Ridge Breeders' Cup Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.2, Lafayette Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.3, Kentucky Breeders' Cup Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3 Matt Winn Stakes, Churchill Downs, L. Thanksgiving Handicap Fair Grounds third in Vosburgh Stakes, Belmont Park Gr.1 Sire of-
MIND YOUR BISCUITS (USA) (subject stallion)
CALEB'S POSSE (USA) (Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile Churchill Downs, Gr.1 King's Bishop Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1 Amsterdam Stakes, Saratoga Gr.2 Ohio Derby Thistledown Gr.3 Smarty Jones Stakes Oaklawn Park L. second in Metropolitan Handicap, Belmont, Gr.1, Carter Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.1; sire)
KODIAK KOWBOY (USA) (Cigar Mile Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.1, Vosburgh Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Carter Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.1, Amsterdam Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, Saratoga Special Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, Sport Page Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.3, second in Forego Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1; sire).
ROLLING FOG (USA) (Del Mar Futurity, Del Mar, Gr.1).
NO ADVANTAGE (USA) (General George Handicap, Laurel, Gr.2, William Donald Schaefer Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.3, Auld Lang Syne Stakes, Parx Racing, L., second in William Donald Schaefer Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.3; sire).
RUBIA POSSE (URU) (Gran Premio Criterium (fillies), Hipo Maronas, Gr.2). LANTANA MOB (USA) (Hirsch Jacobs Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.3, Sapling Stakes, Monmouth, Gr.3, Bachelor Stakes, Oaklawn Park, Tyro Stakes, Monmouth; sire).
RINALDI (USA) (Forbidden Apple Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.3, West Point Stakes, Saratoga, R., New York Stallion Series Stakes, Saratoga, R., New York Stallion Stakes (3yoc&g), Belmont Park, R.).
CONTROL GROUP (USA) (Discovery Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.3, Alex M Robb Stakes, Aqueduct, R.).
COMEDERO (USA) (Apple Ford Chick Lang Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.3, Vincent A Moscarelli Memorial Stakes, Delaware Park, L. Red Legend Stakes, Charles Town L. Blue and Gold Stakes, Charles Town L.).
LAW ENFORCEMENT (USA) (Hollie Hughes Stakes Aqueduct, L.R. Aspirant Stakes, Finger Lakes L.R. John Morrissey Stakes, Saratoga R.; sire) IN THE FAIRWAY (USA) (West Virginia Vincent Moscarelli Memorial Stakes, Charles Town L.R. Frank Gall Memorial Stakes, Charles Town R.).
CHECK POINT (USA) (Lighthouse Stakes, Monmouth Park, L., Honey Bee Stakes, Monmouth Park, second in Turnback The Alarm Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.3).
CRUISE (USA) (Governor's Lady Handicap, Hawthorne, L.R.).
KINSOLVING (USA) (Miss Shenandoah Stakes, Charles Town, L., third in Debutante Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3).
INTIMISSIMI (USA) (Gardenia Stakes, Delta Downs, L.R.).
P J ADVANTAGE (USA) (George W Barker Stakes, Finger Lakes, R.).
GOLD FOR THE KING (USA) (New York Stallion Series Stakes (3+c&g), Aqueduct, R. (twice), New York Stallion Stakes (3yoc&g), Aqueduct, R.).
BLINDWILLIE MCTELL (USA) (Mike Lee Stakes, Belmont Park, R., Rego Park Stakes, Aqueduct, R., New York Stallion Series Stakes (2yoc&g), Aqueduct, R.).
MOOJI MOO JR (USA) (Tyro Stakes, Monmouth Park).
APPREHENDER (USA) (Ed Skinner Stakes, Prairie Meadows, King Cotton Stakes, Oaklawn Park (twice), second in Count Fleet Sprint, Oaklawn Park, Gr.3).
ROYAL POSSE (USA) (Evan Shipman Stakes, Saratoga, R. (twice))
REGAL MINISTER (USA) (Notebook Stakes, Aqueduct, R.).
GEAUX METS (USA) (Ontario County Stakes, Finger Lakes, R.).
POSSESSED (USA) (New York Stallion Stakes (3yo), Belmont Park, R.).
CHASING BUBBLES (USA) (New York Stallion Series Stakes (2yoc&g), Aqueduct R.).
POSSE DREAMIN (USA) (Jersey Juvenile Stakes (c&g), Monmouth Park, R.).
POSSE POWER (USA) (Auburn Stakes Emerald Downs, third in Longacres Mile Handicap Emerald Downs, Gr.3 El Camino Real Derby, Golden Gate Gr.3).
POSSETOTHEMAX (USA) (Reappeal Stakes, Calder, Prairie Gold Juvenile Stakes, Prairie Meadows)
VADHEIM (USA) (Harvest Futurity, Fresno)
T J'S POSSE (USA) (Jamestown Stakes, Colonial Downs, R.).
Silver Deputy (CAN) (1985) BTW 88 BTW
Posse (USA) (b. 2000) 38 BTW
Raska (CAN) (1992) 2BTW
Toccet (USA) (2000) BTW 16 BTW
Jazzmane (USA) (ch. 2006) 1BTW
Alljazz (CAN) (1992) 1BTW
Deputy Minister (CAN) 90 BTW
Vice Regent Mint Copy
Silver Valley (USA) 2BTW Mr Prospector Seven Valleys
Rahy (USA) 93 BTW
Borishka (CAN) 1BTW
Awesome Again (CAN) 71 BTW
Blushing Groom Glorious Song
Roberto Queen Maud
Deputy Minister Primal Force
Cozzene's Angel (USA) 1BTW Cozzene Charming Pan
Stop The Music (USA) 43 BTW Hail To Reason Bebopper
Bounteous (USA) 1BTW
Master Derby Mlle Quille
WonDubaiGoldenShaheen-G1 TwiceinaRow
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racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
2019 2Did not run-
2020 34 4- 791,729
Total4 4- £791,729
Winning distances at 3 years 6½f-8f
At 3 Won Arkansas Derby, Oaklawn Park, Gr.1, (9f. beating King Guillermo (USA) and Finnick The Fierce (USA)), Rebel Stakes, Oaklawn Park, Gr.2, (8½f. beating Excession (USA) and Basin (USA)), San Vicente Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2, (7f. beating Ginobili (USA) and Fast Enough (USA)), Maiden Special Weight, Santa Anita, (6½f. beating Exaulted (USA) and Lane Way (USA)) extended pedigree
1st Dam
ASCENDING ANGEL (USA), placed 5 times at 3 years in U.S.A. and £13,881; dam of 1 winnerNADAL (USA) (2017 c. by Blame (USA)), subject stallion.
2nd Dam
SOLAR COLONY (USA), won 2 races in U.S.A.; Own sister to PLEASANT STAGE (USA), COLONIAL PLAY (USA) and STAGE COLONY (USA); dam of 5 winners includingREFORM ACT (USA) (f by Lemon Drop Kid (USA)), won 3 races at 2 and 3 years and £80,532 including Give Thanks Stakes, Cork, L., placed third in Long Island Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.2; dam of winners.
Soul Search (USA) (f by A P Indy (USA)), won 4 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A and £188,777 and second in Juddmonte Spinster Stakes Keeneland, Gr.1 and third in Personal Ensign Stakes, Saratoga Gr.1; dam of winners.
JOURNEY HOME (USA) won Jimmy Durante Stakes, Del Mar Gr.3 Christiana Stakes Delaware Park, placed second in Mrs Revere Stakes Churchill Downs, Gr.2, Pin Oak Valley View Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.3; dam of TICKER TAPE HOME (CAN), won Seaway Stakes, Woodbine, Gr.3
SOUL SPIRIT (USA), winner in U.S.A.; dam of Scipio (USA), placed third in Del Mar Juvenile Turf Stakes, Del Mar, Gr.3
LUNAR COLONY (USA), won 1 race at 3 years; dam of winners.
LUNAR VICTORY (USA), won Empire Classic Stakes, Belmont Park, L.R.
THE TEA CUPS (USA), won Mount Vernon Stakes, Belmont Park, R. Meister Legend (USA), placed twice at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners.
Perfect Shot (USA), winner to 2023 in U.S.A., second in Silverbulletday Stakes, Fair Grounds, L. and third in Rachel Alexandra Stakes, Fair Grounds, Gr.2 Winter Solstice (USA), ran in U.S.A at 4 years; dam of winners.
ZAYDA (USA), won Seattle Slew Handicap, Emerald Downs.
3rd Dam
METEOR STAGE (USA), placed twice at 2 years in U.S.A.; dam of 10 winners including-
PLEASANT STAGE (USA) Champion 2yr old filly in U.S.A in 1991 3rd top rated 2yr old in U.S.A in 1991, won 2 races at 2 years in U.S.A. viz Breeders' Cup Juv. Fillies, Churchill Downs, Gr.1 Oak Leaf Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2 second in Acorn Stakes Belmont Gr.1 Kentucky Oaks, Churchill Downs Gr.1
COLONIAL PLAY (USA) won 4 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A. including Orchid Handicap Gulfstream Park, Gr.2; dam of winners
MARSH SIDE (USA), won Northern Dancer Turf Stakes, Woodbine, Gr.1, Canadian International, Woodbine Gr.1 Sky Classic S. Woodbine, Gr.2; sire
STAGE COLONY (USA), won 10 races in U.S.A. including Fort Marcy Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.3, Rutgers Handicap, Meadowlands, Gr.3; sire.
METEOR COLONY (USA), won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of winners CHANGEINTHEWEATHER (USA), won Grey Breeders' Cup Stakes, Woodbine, Gr.1, Gate Dancer Stakes, Delaware Park; sire Space City (USA), unraced; dam of ANOTHER WORLD (USA), won Red Bud Stakes, Oaklawn Park, L., second in Wild Rose Stakes, Prairie Meadows Matchoftheday (IRE), unraced; dam of winners.
LET US BE GLAD (USA), won Dixie Poker Ace Stakes, Fair Grounds, R. best progeny
MELCHIOR (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): 2 races and £94,336, 2024), QUANTUM WAVE (JPN) (Smoke Glacken (USA): 2 races and £101,170, 2024), CLAY KING (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 1 race and £55,302, 2024), MATENRO BRAVE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 1 race and £45,878, 2024), HIDENO BLUE SKY (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), STAKE ALL (JPN) (Gold Allure (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), FEDERER (JPN) (Orfevre (JPN): 1 race, £40,098, 2024), BUGGY WHIP (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), PERSUADE (JPN) (Gold Allure (JPN): 1 race and £46,781, 2024) HOLY GRAIL (JPN) (I'll Have Another (USA): 1 race and £15,036, 2024), CALOROSA (JPN) (Dream Journey (JPN): 1 race and £46,781, 2024), CLARINET SONATA (JPN) (City Zip (USA): 1 race and £45,277, 2024), REINA DE ARCILLA (JPN) (Turtle Bowl (IRE): 1 race and £46,892, 2024), ALLURE TAILOR (JPN) (Empire Maker (USA): 1 race and £46,781, 2024), PORT DE LA MER (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), MAGICIAN GIRL (JPN) (Point Given (USA): 1 race and £25,061, 2024), VILJA LIED (JPN) (Gold Allure (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), PROMISED GENE (JPN) (Henny Hughes (USA): 1 race and £40,098 2024).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£) 2024 49 21 23 21 10738750 0 2024 data to November. By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2022 98 49 21 23 21 107387500 0 2023 71 From 1 crop of racing age sire of 21 winners of 23 races and £1,073,875
sire reference
By BLAME (USA) (2006-Stud 2011) Champion older horse in U.S.A. in 2010 Won 9 races, £2,737,601, 7f.-10f Breeders' Cup Classic Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Whitney Handicap, Saratoga, Gr.1, Stephen Foster Handicap, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Clark Handicap, Churchill Downs, Gr.2, Fayette Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.2, William Donald Schaefer Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.3, second in Jockey Club Gold Cup Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1 Sire ofWET PAINT (USA) (Coaching Club American Oaks, Saratoga, Gr.1, Fantasy Stakes, Oaklawn Park, Gr.3, Honeybee Stakes, Oaklawn Park, Gr.3, Martha Washington Stakes, Oaklawn Park, L., second in Alabama Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, third in Delaware Handicap, Delaware Park, Gr.2).
NADAL (USA) (subject stallion)
ABSCOND (USA) (Natalma Stakes, Woodbine, Gr.1, second in Nassau Stakes, Woodbine, Gr.2, Herecomesthebride Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3).
MARLEY'S FREEDOM (USA) (Ketel One Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Great Lady M Stakes, Los Alamitos, Gr.2 (twice), Santa Monica Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2, Go for Wand Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.3, Desert Stormer Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.3, second in Humana Distaff Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.1).
FAULT (USA) (Santa Margarita Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.1, Buena Vista Stakes, Santa Anita Gr.2 Adoration Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.3).
SENGA (USA) (Prix de Diane, Chantilly, Gr.1, Prix de la Grotte, Chantilly, Gr.3, third in Prix de la Nonette Deauville Gr.2 Prix de Sandringham, Chantilly, Gr.2).
MARAUD (USA) (Ram Trucks American Turf Stakes Churchill Downs, Gr.2 Palm Beach Stakes Gulfstream Park, Gr.3; sire).
SHOTSKI (USA) (Remsen Stakes, Aqueduct Gr.2).
MARCH (USA) (Woody Stephens Stakes Belmont Park Gr.2 Bay Shore Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.3 second in Hollywood Derby, Del Mar, Gr.1).
MRS SIPPY (USA) (Glens Falls Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, Prix des Tourelles, ParisLongchamp, L., second in Flower Bowl Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1).
FAR FROM OVER (USA) (Withers Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.3; sire).
LITIGATE (USA) (Sam F. Davis Stakes, Tampa Bay Downs, Gr.3).
OFFICIATING (USA) (Cornhusker Handicap, Prairie Meadows, Gr.3, Tom Fool Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.3, Mr Prospector Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3).
SAIYDABAD (USA) (Prix du Prince d'Orange, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3, Prix de Suresnes, Chantilly, L., fourth in Prix du Jockey Club, Chantilly, Gr.1).
BLAME DEBBIE (USA) (Dowager Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.3, Searching Stakes, Pimlico, third in Demoiselle Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.2).
BLAMED (USA) (Royal Delta Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3, Comely Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.3, second in Lexus Raven Run Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.2).
MS BAD BEHAVIOR (CAN) (Three Chimneys Ladies Turf Stakes, Kentucky Downs, Gr.3, third in Buena Vista Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2).
BEYOND BLAME (USA) (Regret Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3).
MISS KENTUCKY (USA) (Winning Colors Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3).
DAISY (USA) (Tempted Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.3).
ONUS (USA) (Commonwealth Oaks, Laurel, Gr.3, Lady Baltimore Stakes, Laurel, L.).
CRAZY FRAZY (USA) (Sapling Stakes Monmouth Park L.).
SIBAYAN (FR) (Derby du Midi Bordeaux - Le Bouscat, L.).
PIGALLE (USA) (Groupie Doll Stakes Ellis Park, L.).
RIBALTAGAIA (USA) (Prix des Lilas, Chantilly L. third in Prix de Sandringham, Chantilly, Gr.2, fourth in Prix Marcel Boussac, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1).
ARMANDO R (USA) (Richard W Small Stakes, Laurel L.).
MANDATE (USA) (Artie Schiller Stakes, Aqueduct, L.).
ACRE (USA) (Iowa Derby, Prairie Meadows, L.).
DONTBLAMEROCKET (USA) (Colonel E R Bradley Stakes, Fair Grounds, L , second in Muniz Memorial Classic Stakes, Fair Grounds, Gr.2).
IN A HURRY (USA) (All Along Stakes, Pimlico, L., third in Gallorette Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.3, Suwannee River Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3).
ACTING OUT (USA) (Carousel Stakes, Oaklawn Park, L.).
RANDONNEE (USA) (Sweetpea Stakes, Tokyo, L., third in Fukushima Himba Stakes, Fukushima, Gr.3, Aichi Hai, Chukyo, Gr.3).
QUEEN CAROLINE (USA) (Indiana Grand Stakes, Indiana Downs, L.).
EXAGGERATED (USA) (Giant's Causeway Stakes, Keeneland, L.).
SWEET VICTORY (USA) (Penn Oaks, Penn National, L.).
EPIC RIDE (USA) (Leonatus Stakes, Turfway Park, third in Toyota Blue Grass Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1, Perryville Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.3).
MUCHO (USA) (Challedon Stakes, Pimlico, second in Hopeful Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, third in Phoenix Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.2).
Arch (USA) (1995) BTW 74 BTW
Blame (USA) (b 2006) 53 BTW
Ascending Angel (USA) (b 2011) 1BTW
Liable (USA) (1995) BTP 2BTW
Pulpit (USA) (1994) BTW 77 BTW
Solar Colony (USA) (1995) 1BTW
Kris S (USA) 90BTW Roberto Sharp Queen
Aurora (USA) 4BTW Danzig Althea
Seeking The Gold (USA) 92 BTW Mr Prospector Con Game
Bound (USA) 2BTW Nijinsky Special
A P Indy (USA) 159 BTW Seattle Slew Weekend Surprise
Preach (USA) 1BTW Mr Prospector Narrate
Pleasant Colony (USA) 74 BTW His Majesty Sun Colony
Meteor Stage (USA) 4BTW Stage Door Johnny Northern Meteor
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings 2013 23 2- 1- 707,975 2014 3Retired to stud -
Total3 2- 1- £707,975
Winning distances at 2 years 8f-8½f
At 2 Won Breeders' Cup Juvenile, Santa Anita, Gr.1, (8½f beating Havana (USA) and Strong Mandate (USA)), Maiden Special Weight, Del Mar, (8f. beating Bond Holder (USA) and Cautious Giant (USA))
extended pedigree 1st Dam
JUSTWHISTLEDIXIE (USA), won 5 races at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A. and £294,043 including Bonnie Miss Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.2, Davona Dale Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.2, second in Acorn Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1; dam of 6 winners includingNEW YEAR'S DAY (USA) (2011 c. by Street Cry (IRE)), subject stallion. MOHAYMEN (USA) (2013 c. by Tapit (USA)), won 5 races at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A and £667,501 including xpressbet.com Fountain of Youth Stakes, Gulfstream Park Gr.2 Holy Bull Stakes, Gulfstream Park Gr.2 Remsen Stakes Aqueduct, Gr.2 and Nashua Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.2; sire.
ENFORCEABLE (USA) (2017 c. by Tapit (USA)) won 4 races at 2 to 7 years, 2023/24 in U.S.A. and abroad and £374,686 including Clasico Independencia, Hipodromo de Monterrico, Gr.2, Lecomte Stakes, Fair Grounds, Gr.3, placed second in Lamarque Risen Star Stakes, Fair Grounds, Gr.2, Clasico La Copa, Hipodromo de Monterrico, Gr.2, third in Breeders' Futurity, Keeneland, Gr.1
KINGLY (USA) (2016 c. by Tapit (USA)), won 3 races at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A and £224,210 including La Jolla Handicap, Del Mar, Gr.3, California Derby, Golden Gate, L., placed third in Los Alamitos Derby, Los Alamitos, Gr.3 Irish Unity (USA) (2018 g. by Pioneerof The Nile (USA)), won 9 races at 3 to 6 years, 2024 in U.S.A. and £206,937 and placed 7 times including second in St Louis Derby, Fanduel Sportsbook And Horse Racing, L.
2nd Dam
GENERAL JEANNE (USA), won 2 races at 3 years in U.S.A. and £49,746; dam of 8 winners includingCHACE CITY (USA) (c by Carson City (USA)), won 3 races at 2 years in Canada and in U.S.A., £126,433 including Saratoga Special Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2 Bakken (USA) (c by Distorted Humor (USA)), won 3 races at 3 and 4 years in U.S.A. and £136,718, second in True North Stakes Belmont Park, Gr.2; sire.
sire reference
By STREET CRY (IRE) (1998-Stud 2003), Top rated older horse in U.A.E in 2002 (9.5-11f.), Won 5 races, £3,499,685, 6½f.-10f., Stephen Foster Handicap, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Emirates Dubai World Cup, Nad Al Sheba, Gr.1 Sire of NEW YEAR'S DAY (USA) (subject stallion) WINX (AUS) (Queen Elizabeth Stakes, Randwick, Gr.1 (3 times), George Ryder Stakes, Rosehill, Gr.1 (4 times), Chipping Norton Stakes, Randwick Gr.1 (4 times) WS Cox Plate, Moonee Valley Gr.1 (4 times)) ZENYATTA (USA) (Lady's Secret Stakes, Santa Anita Gr.1 (3 times) Clement L Hirsch Stakes, Del Mar Gr.1 (twice) Vanity Handicap, Hollywood Park Gr.1 (3 times) Breeders' Cup Classic Santa Anita, Gr.1 Breeders' Cup Ladies Classic, Santa Anita, Gr.1), VICTOR'S CRY (USA) (Shoemaker Mile Stakes, Hollywood Park Gr.1; sire) HERE COMES BEN (USA) (Forego Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1; sire), STREET BOSS (USA) (Bing Crosby Handicap, Del Mar, Gr.1; sire), STREET HERO (USA) (Norfolk Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.1; sire), TOMCITO (USA) (Clasico Derby Nacional, Hipodromo de Monterrico, Gr.1; sire), STREET SENSE (USA) (Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Breeders' Cup Juvenile, Churchill Downs, Gr.1; sire), ZULU ALPHA (USA) (Pegasus World Cup Turf Inv. Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Gr.1), DELTA PRINCE (USA) (Maker's 46 Mile Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1), LYRIC OF LIGHT (GB) (Fillies' Mile, Newmarket, Gr.1), SEVENTH STREET (USA) (Go For Wand Handicap, Saratoga, Gr.1), MAJESTIC ROI (USA) (Sun Chariot Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.1), CRY AND CATCH ME (USA) (Oak Leaf Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.1), PRIDE OF DUBAI (AUS) (Inglis Sires' Produce Stakes, Randwick, Gr.1; sire), SHOCKING (AUS) (Melbourne Cup, Flemington, Gr.1; sire), TREKKING (AUS) (Goodwood Handicap, Morphettville, Gr.1), LONG JOHN (AUS) (Beck Caulfield Guineas, Caulfield, Gr.1), WHOBEGOTYOU (AUS) (Caulfield Guineas, Caulfield, Gr.1), OH SUSANNA (AUS) (Cartier Paddock Stakes, Kenilworth, Gr.1 (twice)), HEAVENS ABOVE (AUS) (Coolmore Classic, Rosehill, Gr.1), STAY WITH ME (AUS) (Schweppes The 1000 Guineas Caulfield Gr.1).
NEW YEAR'S DAY (USA) is also maternal grandsire of EL CATOLICO (USA) (Catholic Boy (USA): Clasico 4 de Julio, Camarero Race Track, L., Clasico Jorge Washington, Camarero Race Track, L., second in Clasico Angel T Cordero Jr, Camarero Race Track, L., third in Clasico Agustin Mercado Reveron, Camarero Race Track, L.), ALOHA BREEZE (USA) (The Factor (USA): Kent Stakes, Emerald Downs, Seattle Stakes, Emerald Downs, Barbara Shinpoch Stakes, Emerald Downs, Emerald Distaff Stakes, Emerald Downs, Washington State Legislators Stakes, Emerald Downs, second in Angie C. Stakes, Emerald Downs)
stud record
By season USA Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£) 2017-21138 100289 5398063540871007195
2022 56 27 49 1191196627 7254653
2023 37 24 49 74 941662 27 1450086
2024 25 91232257933823317510
Sire of the winners of 399 races and 10459762 plus 2036029444 Also sire of the winners of 7 races from his Southern Hemisphere crops 2024 data to October By crop USA Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2015-19 215 149 115 399 764 104597623798 1318071
2020 00000 000 0
2021 1020000 06395 4282409
2022 73 0000 08 10 428964 2023 72 From 7 crops of racing age sire of 218 winners of 602 races and £16,489,206 at home and abroad
best progeny
MAXIMUM SECURITY (USA) (Anasheed (USA): Pacific Classic Stakes, Del Mar, Gr.1, Cigar Mile Handicap, Aqueduct, Gr.1, tvg.com Haskell Invitational Stakes, Monmouth Park, Gr.1, Xpressbet Florida Derby, Gulfstream Park, Gr.1, San Diego Handicap, Del Mar, Gr.2, Bold Ruler Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.3, second in Awesome Again Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.1, tvg.com Pegasus Stakes, Monmouth Park, L.; sire)
FIGHTING MAD (USA) (Forestry (USA): Clement L. Hirsch Stakes, Del Mar, Gr.1, Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2, Torrey Pines Stakes, Del Mar, Gr.3, third in Zenyatta Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.2).
BOURBON RESOLUTION (USA) (Vindication (USA): Ben Ali Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.3 third in Challenger Stakes Tampa Bay Downs, L.).
A TRACKS (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Hyogo Championship Sonoda L. second in Hokkaido Sprint Cup, Mombetsu L.).
LANGS DAY (USA) (Langfuhr (CAN): Louisiana Bred Premier Championship Stakes, Delta Downs, R. Gold Cup Stakes Delta Downs, R. second in Larry D. Robideaux Memorial Stakes, Fair Grounds R.).
CAFE DU MONDE (USA) (Hennessy (USA): Louisiana Legacy Stakes, Delta Downs, R., third in Ocala Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Roar Stakes, Gulfstream Park, Louisiana Futurity (c&g), Fair Grounds, R.).
DAT DAY (CAN) (Anabaa (USA): Jack Diamond Futurity (c&g), Hastings Park, R., third in Ascot Graduation Stakes, Hastings Park, L.).
DAY RAIDER (USA) (Pleasant Tap (USA): B. C. Cup Sir Winston Churchiill Stakes, Hastings Park, second in Canadian Derby, Northlands Park, Gr.3, Ascot Graduation Stakes, Hastings Pk, L., third in Chris Loseth Handicap, Hastings Pk)
PARADE OF ROSES (USA) (Mr Sekiguchi (USA): Borderplex Stakes, Sunland Pk)
Yesterday's News (USA) (Broken Vow (USA): second in Starlet Stakes, Los Alamitos, Gr.1).
Itsmyday (CAN) (Tapit (USA): second in Speed to Spare Championship Stakes, Century Mile, third in CTHS Sales Stakes (c&g), Hastings Park, R.).
Clockstrikestwelve (USA) (Pulpit (USA): second in She's A Tiger Stakes, Pleasanton, third in Seashell Stakes, Del Mar, R., Miss America Stakes, Golden Gate).
Newyearsblockparty (USA) (Forestry (USA): second in Pasco Stakes, Tampa Bay Downs third in Tyro Stakes, Monmouth Park)
Von Binder (USA) (Bernardini (USA): third in C.Francisco Arias Paredes y A. Espinosa, Hipo Presidente Remon, L.).
Direct Order (USA) (Harlan's Holiday (USA): third in tvg.com Pegasus Stakes Monmouth Park, L.).
New Year's Wish (USA) (Yes It's True (USA): third in Garland of Roses Stakes, Aqueduct, L.).
Summer Pleasure (USA) (Stephen Got Even (USA): third in Clasico E.Neco y J. de la Guardia, Hipo Presidente Remon, L.).
Go Madi Go (USA) (Belong To Me (USA): third in Jean Elizabeth Hcp, Hawthorne, R.). Drifting West (USA) (Maria's Mon (USA): third in Jim Rasmussen Stakes, Prairie Meadows)
Mayor Cobb (USA) (El Prado (IRE): third in Pasadena Stakes, Santa Anita, Gold Rush Stakes, Golden Gate).
BALLON D'OR (JPN) (Rulership (JPN): fourth in Leopard Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
SHIMME RUBUS (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): fourth in Kanto Oaks, Kawasaki, L.).
DIXIE STREET (USA) (Macho Uno (USA): 13 races and £211,239, 2024), TWO BY TWO (USA) (Include (USA): 11 races and £216,914, 2024), JAKE ROCKS (USA) (Distorted Humor (USA): 7 races and £314,923, 2023), THREE PHASE (USA) (Flatter (USA): 5 races and £155,542),), THREE AY EM (USA) (Theatrical: 5 races and £150,175), BUCKS ARE MOVING (USA) (Elnadim (USA): 4 races, £178,876, 2023), 2023), STOLEN PISTOL (USA) (Closing Argument (USA): 4 races and £153,715), RUDESHEIM (JPN) (Gold Allure (JPN): 3 races and £203,917, 2024), BELLWETHER (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 3 races and £167,719, 2024).
Machiavellian (USA) (1987) BTW 77 BTW
Street Cry (IRE) (b/br 1998) 139BTW
Mr Prospector (USA) 177 BTW Raise A Native Gold Digger
Coup de Folie (USA) 5BTW Halo Raise The Standard
Helen Street (1982) BTW 2BTW Troy 13 BTW Petingo La Milo
Waterway (FR) 1BTW Riverman Boulevard
Dixie Union (USA) (1997) BTW 48 BTW
Justwhistledixie (USA) (b/br. 2006) 4BTW
Dixieland Band (USA) 111 BTW Northern Dancer Mississippi Mud
She's Tops (USA) 1BTW Capote She's A Talent
General Jeanne (USA) (1999) 2BTW Honour And Glory (USA) 74 BTW Relaunch Fair To All
Ahpo Hel (USA) 4BTW Mr Leader Tiy
Breeders’Cup Juvenile-G1 Winner
racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 years and over 8f-15f
At 2 Won Maiden Race, Niigata, (8f. beating Shonan Parfait (JPN) and Mighty Junior (JPN))
At 3 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2011. Won Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (12½f. beating Eishin Flash (JPN) and To The Glory (JPN)), Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, (15f beating Win Variation (JPN) and Tosen Ra (JPN)), Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f. beating Win Variation (JPN) and Belshazzar (JPN)), Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Tokyo, Gr.1, (10f beating Sadamu Patek (JPN) and Danon Ballade (JPN)), Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, (12f beating Win Variation (JPN) and Frere Jacques (JPN)), Spring Stakes (Guineas Trial), Hanshin, Gr.2, (9f. beating Belshazzar (JPN) and Stella Rossa (JPN)), second in Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.3, (to Red Davis (JPN)), third in Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, Gr.3, (to Tosen Ra (JPN))
At 4 Champion older horse in Japan in 2012. Won Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, (11f beating Rulership (JPN) and Shonan Mighty (JPN)), Prix Foy, Longchamp, Gr.2 (12f. beating Meandre (FR) and Joshua Tree (IRE)) second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 (to Gentildonna (JPN)), Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Longchamp, Gr.1 (to Solemia (IRE)) Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2 (to Gustave Cry (JPN)).
At 5 Champion older horse in Europe in 2013, Champion older horse in Japan in 2013. Won Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (12½f. beating Win Variation (JPN) and Gold Ship (JPN)), Prix Foy, Longchamp, Gr.2, (12f beating Very Nice Name (FR) and Pirika (IRE)), Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, (10f beating Shonan Mighty (JPN) and Eishin Flash (JPN)), second in Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, Longchamp, Gr.1, (to Treve (FR)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam ORIENTAL ART(JPN) , won 3 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan and placed twice; dam of 8 winners includingORFEVRE (JPN) (2008 c. by Stay Gold (JPN)), subject stallion DREAM JOURNEY (JPN) (2004 c. by Stay Gold (JPN)), Champion 2yr old colt in Japan in 2006, Champion older horse in Japan in 2009, won 9 races in Japan and £5,494,279 including Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, Asahi Challenge Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 (twice) and third in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1; sire Dernier Or (JPN) (2015 f. by Stay Gold (JPN)), won 2 races at 2 and 3 years in Japan, £229,801, third in Hochi Hai Revue (fillies GnsTrial), Hanshin, Gr.2 Ash Gold (JPN) (2012 c. by Stay Gold (JPN)), won 1 race in Japan, second in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2 and third in Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, Gr.3
sire reference
By STAY GOLD (JPN) (1994-Stud 2002) Won 7 races, £5,509,549 10½f.-12½f. Hong Kong Vase Sha Tin, Gr.1 Free Zone/Ports Authority Sheema Classic Nad Al Sheba, Gr.2 Sire of WIN BRIGHT (JPN) (Hong Kong Cup Sha Tin, Gr.1 Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1), RAINBOW LINE (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1, Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2; sire), GOLD SHIP (JPN) (Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 Kikuka Sho (St Leger) Kyoto, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 (twice), Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1; sire), FENOMENO (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice), Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, Gr.2; sire), ORFEVRE (JPN) (subject stallion), NAKAYAMA FESTA (JPN) (Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire), DREAM JOURNEY (JPN) (Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire), INDY CHAMP (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1), ADMIRE LEAD (JPN) (Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1), RED REVEUR (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1), OCEAN BLUE (JPN) (Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2; sire), STAY FOOLISH (JPN) (Dubai Gold Cup, Meydan, Gr.2, Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2), PERFORM A PROMISE (JPN) (Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2, Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2).
ORFEVRE (JPN) is also maternal grandsire of DURA EREDE (JPN) (Duramente (JPN): Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, second in UAE Derby, Meydan, Gr.2, Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3 third in Champions Cup, Chukyo Gr.1 Tokyo Daishoten, Oi, Gr.1), CORAZON BEAT (JPN) (Suave Richard (JPN): Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2 second in Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2 third in Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1), NANAO (JPN) (Lord Kanaloa (JPN): Marguerite Stakes Hanshin, L. second in Hakodate Nisai Stakes, Hakodate Gr.3 third in Aoi Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£)
2017-21579 353985 2075 590409394 1276877
2022 296136 245460 15906619 11552261 2023 282107 180368 99133892 7238362
2024 25373115 27040187490 4649210
Sire of the winners of 1525 races and 88879696 plus 714716710 2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2015-19 650 605 406 1408 2953 84706901 67 14716710
20203230246282 20214530 00
2021 107963150 125 175607800 0
2022 96 29 45 13 395264 00 0 2023 76 From 8 crops of racing age sire of 467 winners of 1532 races and £103,596,406 at home and abroad
best progeny
USHBA TESORO (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Dubai World Cup, Meydan, Gr.1, Tokyo Daishoten, Oi, Gr.1 (twice), Kawasaki Kinen, Kawasaki, L.R , Nippon TV Hai, Funabashi, L., Brazil Cup, Tokyo, L., second in Saudi Cup, King Abdulaziz, Gr.1, Dubai World Cup, Meydan, Gr.1).
EPOCA D'ORO (JPN) (Forty Niner (USA): Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Fuji-TV Sho Spring Stakes (Gns Trial), Nakayama, Gr.2; sire).
MARCHE LORRAINE (JPN) (French Deputy (USA): Breeders' Cup Distaff, Del Mar, Gr.1, Empress Hai, Kawasaki, L.R., Breeders' Gold Cup, Mombetsu, L.R., TCK Jo-O Hai Oi, L. Ladies' Prelude, Ohi, L.R.).
LUCKY LILAC (JPN) (Flower Alley (USA): Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice), Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1 Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1 Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2 Artemis Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 second in Longines Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1 Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1 third in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
SILVER SONIC (JPN) (Tony Bin: Sportsnippon Sho Stayers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 Red Sea Turf Handicap King Abdulaziz, Gr.3 third in Tenno Sho (Spring) Kyoto, Gr.1, Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2).
AUTHORITY (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2 (twice), TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2, Neom Turf Cup, Gr.3, second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, third in Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1). IRON BAROWS (JPN) (Royal Anthem (USA): Sportsnippon Sho Stayers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Sportsnippon Sho Stayers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2).
SHORYU IKUZO (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Gr.2).
OCEA GREAT (JPN) (Bahri (USA): Sports Nippon Sho Stayers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
SO VALIANT (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Challenge Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3 (twice), second in Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2).
JUSTIN (JPN) (Gone West (USA): Capella Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Tokyo Hai, Ohi, L.R., Tokyo Sprint, Oi, L.R., third in Capella Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
MIXOLOGY (JPN) (Afleet (CAN): Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
LAGOM (JPN) (Candy Ride (ARG): Kisaragi Sho, Chukyo, Gr.3, Andromeda Stakes, L. second in Radio Nikkei Hai Kyoto Nisai Stakes Hanshin, Gr.3).
KURINO PREMIUM (JPN) (Giant's Causeway (USA): Laurel R.C.Sho Nakayama Himba Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 second in Nikkan Sports Sho Nakayama Kimpai Nakayama, Gr.3 Fukushima Himba Stakes, Fukushima Gr.3).
LILAC (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): Fairy Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 second in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1 third in Ireland Trophy Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2 Shion Stakes Nakayama Gr.3).
GILDED MIRROR (JPN) (Tiznow (USA): Chunichi Sports Hai Musashino Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, Kyoto Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, Arlington Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in NHK Mile Cup, Gr.1).
SHINE GARNET (JPN) (Gone West (USA): Chunichi Sports Sho Falcon Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.3, second in Silk Road Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.3).
BIO SPARK (JPN) (Meiner Love (USA): Fukushima Kinen, Fukushima, Gr.3, third in Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate, Gr.3 (twice))
ANDRASTE (JPN) (Dynaformer (USA): Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Kokura, Gr.3, second in Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, Turquoise Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 (twice), third in Sekiya Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3).
SOLACE (JPN) (Tapit (USA): Mermaid Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3).
ROCK THIS TOWN (JPN) (Storm Cat (USA): Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3).
VERDAD IMERU (JPN) (Snitzel (AUS): Enif Stakes, Hanshin, L., Fukushima Minyu Cup, Fukushima, L.).
HELIOS (JPN) (French Deputy (USA): Green Channel Cup, Tokyo, L., second in Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
MEMORY RAISON (JPN) (Nobo Jack (USA): Niigata Himba Stakes, Niigata, L.).
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986) BTW 172 BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Stay Gold (JPN) (b 1994) 62 BTW
Golden Sash (JPN) (1988) 2BTW
Mejiro McQueen (JPN) (1987) BTW 5BTW
Oriental Art (JPN) (ch 1997) 2BTW
Electro Art (JPN) (1986)
Dictus (FR) 29 BTW Sanctus II Doronic
Dyna Sash (JPN) 1BTW Northern Taste Royal Sash
Mejiro Titan (JPN) 2BTW Mejiro Asama Cheryl
Mejiro Aurola (JPN) 2BTW Remand Mejiro Iris
Northern Taste (CAN) 48 BTW Northern Dancer Lady Victoria
Grandma Stevens (USA) Lt Stevens Dhow
racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 years and over 10f-12f
At 2 Won Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, (10f beating Meiner Sphene (JPN) and Globe Theatre (JPN)), Habotan Sho, Nakayama, (10f beating Komano Impulse (JPN) and Asagiri Joe (JPN)), Two-Year-Old Newcomer, Tokyo, (10f beating Port Vendres (JPN) and Strenua (JPN))
At 3 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2017. Won Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f beating Suave Richard (JPN) and Admirable (JPN)), Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, (12f beating Kiseki (JPN) and Satono Arthur (JPN)), second in Longines Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Cheval Grand (JPN)).
At 4 Champion older horse in Japan in 2018 Won Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (10f beating Sungrazer (JPN) and Kiseki (JPN)), Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, (11f beating Al Ain (JPN) and Danburite (JPN)), second in Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Blast Onepiece (JPN)) third in Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.2 (to Clincher (JPN)), fourth in Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1, (to Hawkbill (USA)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
LA DORADA (JPN) won 4 races at 3 years in Japan, £456,464, placed 5 times; dam of 6 winners includingREY DE ORO (JPN) (2014 c. by King Kamehameha (JPN)), subject stallion. LEYENDA (JPN) (2015 g. by King Kamehameha (JPN)), won 4 races at 2 to 4 years in Japan and £843,138 including Epsom Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, placed second in Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, Fuji Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 TIZONA (JPN) (2013 c. by Daiwa Major (JPN)), won 4 races at 2 to 4 years in Japan, £539,036 including Marguerite Stakes, Hanshin, L.R., placed 10 times. Absolutismo (JPN) (2017 c. by Daiwa Major (JPN)), won 2 races at 2 years in Japan and £326,398, third in Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3
2nd Dam
LADY BLOND (USA), won 5 races at 5 years in Japan and £456,678; dam of 4 winners includingGOLD BLITZ (JPN) (c by Special Week (JPN)), won 10 races at 3 to 5 years in Japan and £1,803,633 including Antares Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3 (twice), Teio Sho, Ohi, L.R. Nigawa Stakes Hanshin, L. Mercury Cup, Morioka, L.R.
3rd Dam
WIND IN HER HAIR (IRE) won 3 races at home and in Germany including AralPokal Gelsenkirchen-Horst Gr.1 placed second in Oaks Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1; dam of 9 winners includingDEEP IMPACT (JPN) Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2005 Champion older horse in Japan in 2006, won 12 races including Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin Gr.1 Hanshin Daishoten, Gr.2; champion sire VEIL OF AVALON (USA), won 7 races at 2 to 5 years at home and in U.S.A including De La Rose Handicap, Gulfstream Park, Gr.3; dam of winners. BLACK TIDE (JPN), won 3 races in Japan including Fuji-TV Sho Spring Stakes (Guineas Trial), Nakayama, L., second in Miyakooji Stakes, Kyoto, L.; sire. Glint In Her Eye (USA), placed 3 times at 3 years; dam of winners.
JEREMY (USA), won Sandown Mile, Sandown, Gr.2; sire.
best progeny
MINA DE ORO (JPN) (Unusual Heat (USA): Shirayuri Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
SUNRISE EARTH (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): Sumire Stakes, Hanshin, L., fourth in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1).
ADMIRE TERRA (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): fourth in Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2, Wakaba Stakes, Hanshin, L.).
DEL CIELO (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): fourth in Hagi Stakes Kyoto, L.).
ESTA BONITO (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): 4 races and £27,343, 2024), TROVATORE (JPN) (Empire Maker (USA): 4 races and £347,923, 2024), MATENRO GARDEN (JPN) (Event of The Year (USA): 3 races and £15,561, 2024), MEURSAULT (JPN) (Empire Maker (USA): 3 races and £182,947, 2024), IMMORTAL BIRD (JPN) (Black Tide (JPN): 2 races and £126,221, 2024), PUFF (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): 2 races and £169,971, 2024), SHONAN HOWL (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 2 races and £144,330, 2024), REY DE LA LUZ (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): 2 races and £136,219, 2024), PELLEGRINI (JPN) (Neo Universe (JPN): 2 races and £127,555, 2024), CAFE GRANDE (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): 2 races and £167,676, 2024), DAISHIN APOLLON (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): 2 races and £104,209, 2024), LORD REINADO (JPN) (Frankel (GB): 2 races and £75,183, 2024), ASPRILLA (JPN) (Fourty Niners Son (USA): 1 race, £103,259, 2024), SARATOGA CHIPS (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): 1 race, £82,590, 2024), COR LEONIS (JPN) (Falbrav (IRE): 1 race and £78,225, 2024), MIDAS (JPN) (Archarcharch (USA): 1 race and £58,476, 2024).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins Places Won (£)WinsWon (£) 2023 68 13 14 27 10751160 0 2024 1344154993277042 00
Sire of the winners of 68 races and 4352158plus 00 2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2021 129 1144365 109 400984700 0 2022 1113133 17 342311 00 0 2023 118 From 2 crops of racing age sire of 46 winners of 68 races and £4,352,158
sire reference
By KING KAMEHAMEHA (JPN) (2001-Stud 2005), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2004, Won 7 races, £2,239,881, 8f.-12f., Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, L., Tokyo Yushun (Derby), L., NHK Mile, Tokyo, L., Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, L. Sire ofREY DE ORO (JPN) (subject stallion)
MIKKI ROCKET (JPN) (Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2 second in Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2; sire).
PEPTIDE NILE (JPN) (February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1 Onuma Stakes Hakodate L.).
JUN LIGHT BOLT (JPN) (Champions Cup, Gr.1 Sirius Stakes, Chukyo Gr.3).
STUNNING ROSE (JPN) (Shuka Sho, Hanshin, Gr.1 Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3 Flower Cup, Nakayama, Gr.3 second in Yushun Himba (Oaks) Tokyo, Gr.1).
LOVELY DAY (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup) Tokyo, Gr.1 Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 third in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire)
HOKKO TARUMAE (JPN) (Tokyo Daishoten, Ohi, Gr.1 (twice), The Champions Cup Chukyo Gr.1 second in Tokyo Daishoten, Ohi, Gr.1; sire)
DURAMENTE (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, second in Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1; sire)
LEONTES (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire)
BELSHAZZAR (JPN) (Japan Cup Dirt, Hanshin, Gr.1, third in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
LORD KANALOA (JPN) (Sprinters Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1 (twice), Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Hong Kong Sprint, Sha Tin, Gr.1 (twice), Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, third in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1; sire).
RULERSHIP (JPN) (Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1, second in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, third in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire)
ROSE KINGDOM (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2, second in Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1; sire).
CHUWA WIZARD (JPN) (Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1, Heian Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, second in Dubai World Cup, Gr.1, Champions Cup, Chukyo, Gr.1).
LET'S GO DONKI (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1 Kyoto Himba Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3 second in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo Gr.1 (twice), Sprinters Stakes Nakayama Gr.1 Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Gr.1).
APAPANE (JPN) (Victoria Mile Tokyo, Gr.1 Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1 Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1 Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
YOU CAN SMILE (JPN) (Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2 Niigata Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3 third in Kikuka Sho (St Leger) Kyoto, Gr.1).
BOCCHERINI (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2, Naruo Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.3). STRUVE (JPN) (Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2). HEAT ON BEAT (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2).
ANDVARANAUT (JPN) (Kansai Tel Corp. Sho Rose Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2). YAMAKATSU ACE (JPN) (Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2 (twice), New Zealand Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire)
REVE MISTRAL (JPN) (Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2; sire).
TO THE WORLD (JPN) (Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, Wakagoma Stakes, Kyoto, L.R., second in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1; sire).
TO THE GLORY (JPN) (Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2, Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.2, third in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 (twice); sire).
AIR SPINEL (JPN) (Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, Fuji Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1, Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1).
RED GENIAL (JPN) (Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Gr.2, third in Naruo Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.3).
KLUGER (JPN) (Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2, Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.3, second in Queen Elizabeth Stakes, Randwick, Gr.1; sire).
SAKURA EMPEREUR (JPN) (Sapporo Kinen, Sapporo, Gr.2).
HIT THE TARGET (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2, Kyoto Daishoten, Gr.2).
CRYPTOGRAM (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2).
SOLITARY KING (JPN) (Tokai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2 Mercury Cup Morioka, L.R.).
ERIKA VITA (JPN) (Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
LIBERTY HEIGHTS (JPN) (Hochi Hai Revue (Fillies Gns Trial) Hanshin Gr.2).
CECCHINO (JPN) (Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes Tokyo, Gr.2 Anemone Stakes, Nakayama, L.R. second in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
DIA DE LA MADRE (JPN) (Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, Aichi Hai, Chukyo, Gr.3 third in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1).
Kingmambo (USA) (1990) BTW 91 BTW
King Kamehameha (JPN) (b 2001) 101BTW
Mr Prospector (USA) 177 BTW Raise A Native Gold Digger
Miesque (USA) 5BTW Nureyev Pasadoble
Manfath (IRE) (1991) 2BTW Last Tycoon 85 BTW Try My Best Mill Princess Pilot Bird Blakeney The Dancer
Symboli Kris S (USA) (1999) BTW 35 BTW
La Dorada (JPN) (br 2006) 3BTW
Lady Blond (USA) (1998) 1BTW
Kris S (USA) 90 BTW Roberto Sharp Queen
Tee Kay (USA) 1BTW Gold Meridian Tri Argo
Seeking The Gold (USA) 92 BTW Mr Prospector Con Game
Wind In Her Hair (IRE) 4BTW Alzao Burghclere
42%Winners/Runnerswithhisfirstcrop.
racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-12f
3rd4th Earnings
At 2 Won Maiden Race, Hanshin, (10f beating Eifer Ryan (JPN) and Tamamo Grand Prix (JPN))
At 3 Won Naruo Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.3, (9f. beating Hiruno d'Amour (JPN) and L'Ile d'Aval (JPN)), Principal Stakes, Tokyo, L., (10f beating Quark Star (JPN) and Basileus (JPN)), Armeria Sho, Hanshin, (9f. beating Miyaji Shenlong (JPN) and Mas Que Nada (JPN)).
At 4 Won Kinko Sho, Kyoto, Gr.2, (10f. beating Captain Thule (JPN) and Earnestly (JPN)), Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto Gr.2 (12f beating Hiruno d'Amour (JPN) and Rose Kingdom (JPN)), fourth in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Orfevre (JPN)).
At 5 Won Audemars Piguet Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1 (10f beating Thumbs Up (NZ) and Warning Flag (USA)/Sweet Orange (USA)), American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2, (11f beating Nakayama Knight (JPN) and Gestalt (JPN)), second in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin Gr.1 (to Orfevre (JPN)), third in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Gold Ship (JPN)), Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Gentildonna (JPN)), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Eishin Flash (JPN)), Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, (to Neko Punch (JPN))
extended pedigree 1st Dam
AIR GROOVE (JPN) Champion older mare in Japan in 1997, won 9 races at 2 to 5 years in Japan and £4,309,640 including Sapporo Kinen, Sapporo, L. (twice), Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, L. Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, L. Mermaid Stakes Hanshin, L. Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, L. Tulip Sho, Hanshin, L. placed 8 times including second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice); dam of 10 winners including-
RULERSHIP (JPN) (2007 c. by King Kamehameha (JPN)) subject stallion
FORGETTABLE (JPN) (2006 c. by Dance In The Dark (JPN)), won 4 races and £1,983,417 including Sports Nippon Sho Stayer's Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, L. GULLVEIG (JPN) (2008 f. by Deep Impact (JPN)), won 5 races in Japan and £794,957 including Mermaid Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3; dam of winners.
ADMIRE GROOVE (JPN) (2000 f. by Sunday Silence (USA)), Champion older mare in Japan in 2004, won 8 races and £2,860,417 including Queen Elizabeth II Commemorative Cup, Kyoto, L. (twice); dam of winners. DURAMENTE (JPN) (c by King Kamehameha (JPN)), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2015, won Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Nakayama Kinen, Gr.2; sire
2nd Dam
DYNA CARLE (JPN), Champion 2yr old filly in Japan in 1982, won 5 races in Japan including Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Sansai Himba Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, placed third in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1; dam of 8 winners includingAIR GROOVE (JPN) (f by Tony Bin), see above.
sire reference
By KING KAMEHAMEHA (JPN) (2001-Stud 2005), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2004 Won 7 races, £2,239,881 8f.-12f. Kobe Shimbun Hai, L. Tokyo Yushun (Derby) L. NHK Mile Cup, L. Mainichi Hai, L. Sire of JUN LIGHT BOLT (JPN) (Champions Cup, Gr.1), STUNNING ROSE (JPN) (Shuka Sho, Gr.1 second in Yushun Himba (Oaks) Gr.1), REY DE ORO (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Gr.1; sire) MIKKI ROCKET (JPN) (Takarazuka Kinen, Gr.1; sire), LOVELY DAY (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Gr.1; sire), HOKKO TARUMAE (JPN) (Tokyo Daishoten, Gr.1 (twice), The Champions Cup, Gr.1; sire), DURAMENTE (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Gr.1; sire) LEONTES (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Gr.1; sire) BELSHAZZAR (JPN) (Japan Cup Dirt, Gr.1; sire), LORD KANALOA (JPN) (Hong Kong Sprint, Sha Tin, Gr.1 (twice); sire), RULERSHIP (JPN) (subject stallion), ROSE KINGDOM (JPN) (Japan Cup, Gr.1; sire), CHUWA WIZARD (JPN) (Champions Cup, Gr.1), LET'S GO DONKI (JPN) (Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Gr.1), APAPANE (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks), Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Gr.1).
RULERSHIP (JPN) is also maternal grandsire of STELLENBOSCH (JPN) (Epiphaneia (JPN): Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, second in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1), ALL PARFAIT (JPN) (Real Steel (JPN): Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2), HO O BISCUITS (JPN) (Mind Your Biscuits (USA): Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate, Gr.3, second in Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2 Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins Places Won (£)WinsWon (£)
2016-21 754457 1085 2504 74824112 62407008
2022 459170 274565 14735235 486534
2023 407170 288476 13468036 1230052
2024 326118 176364 88942840 58962
Sire of the winners of 1823 and races 111921667 plus 11 2782556 Also sire of the winners of 3 races from his Southern Hemisphere crops 2024 data to October.
By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2014-19 892 797 539 1536 3481 97582352 411 2782556
2020 134 12490 219 330 10683230 00 0 2021 88 76 44 62 89 338897000 0 2022 83 28 569 267115 00 0
2023 60 From 9 crops of racing age sire of 681 winners of 1834 races and £114,704,223 at home and abroad
best progeny
DOLCE MORE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3).
KISEKI (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, second in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 (twice), Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Longines Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2, Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1). MER DE GLACE (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): Caulfield Cup, Caulfield Gr.1 Kokura Kinen, Gr.3 Naruo Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.3 Niigata Daishoten Gr.3).
SOUL RUSH (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): Yomiuri Milers Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2 (twice), Keisei Hai Autumn H’cap, Gr.3 second in Mile Championship Gr.1).
WONDERFUL TOWN (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Gr.2 Radio Nikkei Hai Kyoto Nisai Stakes Hanshin, Gr.3).
MASKED DIVA (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Kansai Telecasting Corp.Sho Rose Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, second in Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1, third in Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1).
DANBURITE (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.2, American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2, third in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1).
MUITO OBRIGADO (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2).
LION LION (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2).
ECHT (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Tanabata Sho, Fukushima, Gr.3).
HRIMFAXI (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Kisaragi Sho, Chukyo, Gr.3).
DI SPERANZA (JPN) (Medaglia d'Oro (USA): Arlington Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3).
BIG RIBBON (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Mermaid Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3).
HUSH WRITER (JPN) (Tapit (USA): Sharp Newcastle Gold Cup, Newcastle, Gr.3).
GRANDIOSE (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
FAIRY POLKA (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): Fukushima Himba Stakes, Gr.3, Laurel R.C.Sho Nakayama Himba Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
DIRNDL (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Fukushima Himba Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
HO O IXELLES (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Flower Cup, Nakayama, Gr.3).
PASSING THROUGH (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
TETRADRACHM (JPN) (Falbrav (IRE): Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3).
DOE EYES (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Rakuyo Stakes Kyoto, L. second in Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3 Sapporo Nisai Stakes Sapporo, Gr.3 Rigel Stakes, Hanshin, L., third in Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1).
BAJI O (JPN) (Harbinger (GB): Principal Stakes Tokyo, L.).
AL SATWA (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): Osakajo Stakes, L., Port Island Stakes, L.).
ANTICIPATE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): Fukushima Mimpo Hai, Fukushima, L.).
ADIRATO (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): Green Channel Cup, Tokyo, L., third in M. bin Rashid al Maktoum Godolphin Mile, Meydan, Gr.2).
DANTSU CASTLE (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): Onuma Stakes, Sapporo, L.).
SANS RIVAL (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): Fuyo Stakes, Nakayama, L.R., second in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1).
KING'S RUSH (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): Fuyo Stakes, Nakayama, L.R.).
STRIPE (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): Crocus Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
URANUS CHARM (JPN) (Fuji Kiseki (JPN): Metropolitan Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
Lily Noble (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): second in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Hanshin Juv. Fillies Stakes, Gr.1, third in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
Robertson Quay (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): second in Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 third in Kobe Shimbun Hai, Chukyo Gr.2).
Man Of Spirit (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): second in Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Gr.2). Pioneer Bio (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): second in Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2 fourth in Shion Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3).
Taisei Divine (JPN) (Dance In The Dark (JPN): second in Arlington Cup, Gr.3).
Kingmambo (USA) (1990) BTW 91 BTW Mr Prospector (USA) 177 BTW
King Kamehameha (JPN) (b 2001) 101 BTW
Miesque (USA) 5BTW Nureyev Pasadoble
Manfath (IRE) (1991) 2BTW
(1983)
Air Groove (JPN) (b. 1993) 4BTW
Severn Bridge 2BTW Hornbeam Priddy Fair
Dyna Carle (JPN) (1980) BTW 1BTW Northern Taste (CAN) 48 BTW Northern Dancer Lady Victoria
Shadai Feather (JPN) 1BTW Guersant Peroxide
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
sire reference
By HEART'S CRY (JPN) (2001-Stud 2007), Champion older horse in Japan in 2005, Top rated older stayer in U.A.E in 2006, Won 5 races, £4,681,005, 10f.12½f., Dubai Sheema Classic, Nad Al Sheba, Gr.1, Arima Kinen, Nakayama, L., Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Kyoto, L. Wakaba Stakes Hanshin, L. second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2 third in King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1 Sire ofSALIOS (JPN) (subject stallion)
Total155 22 -£3,388,231
Winning distances at 2 years and over 8f-9f
At 2 Won Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, (8f. beating Taisei Vision (JPN) and Gran Rey (JPN)), Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, (8f. beating Cravache D'or (JPN) and Absolutismo (JPN)), Two-Year-Old Newcomers Race, Tokyo, (8f. beating Absolutismo (JPN) and Ovale (JPN))
At 3 Won Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, (9f. beating Daiwa Cagney (JPN) and Sanrei Pocket (JPN)), second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Contrail (JPN)), Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Contrail (JPN)).
At 4 Third in The Hong Kong Mile, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (to Golden Sixty (AUS))
At 5 Won Mainichi Okan Tokyo, Gr.2 (9f. beating Justin Cafe (JPN) and Danon The Kid (JPN)) third in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1 (to Songline (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
SALOMINA (GER), Champion 3yr old filly in Germany in 2012, won 4 races at 3 years in Germany and £223,334 including Henkel Preis der Diana - Stuten Derby, Dusseldorf, Gr.1 and G. P von Lotto Hamburger Stuten Preis, Hamburg, Gr.3, from only 5 starts; Own sister to SALUT (GER); dam of 7 winners includingSALIOS (JPN) (2017 c. by Heart's Cry (JPN)), subject stallion SALACIA (JPN) (2015 f. by Deep Impact (JPN)), won 4 races at 3 and 5 years in Japan and £2,411,260 including Ireland Trophy Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, placed 9 times including second in Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1, Kansai Telecasting Corp. Sho Rose Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2, Epsom Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, Shirayuri Stakes, Kyoto, L.R. and third in October Stakes, Tokyo, L. SALIERA (JPN) (2019 f. by Deep Impact (JPN)), won 3 races at 2 to 4 years, 2023 in Japan and £597,774 including Shirafuji Stakes, Tokyo, L. placed 3 times viz second in Kansai Tel. Corp Sho Rose Stakes, Chukyo Gr.2 Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 third in Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2 Safira (JPN) (2021 f. by Heart's Cry (JPN)), won 1 race at 2 years, 2023 in Japan and £183,799 and placed twice including second in Artemis Stakes Tokyo, Gr.3 also fourth in Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Hanshin, Gr.1 Escola (JPN) (2018 c. by Deep Impact (JPN)) won 4 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan and £367,098 and placed once viz third in Rigel Stakes, Hanshin, L.
2nd Dam
SALDENTIGERIN (GER), Champion 3yr old filly in Germany in 2004, won 3 races including Baden-Wurttemberg-Trophy, Gr.3, Jean Harzheim Rennen, Cologne, L., second in Preis von Europa, Cologne, Gr.1, third in Preis der Diana, Hamburg, Gr.1; dam of 7 winners includingSALUT (GER) (c by Lomitas (GB)), won 5 races in Germany including Preis des Casino Baden-Baden, L., second in Premio St Leger Italiano, Milan, Gr.3; sire. Skyful Sea (FR) (f by Sea The Stars (IRE)), won 1 race at 3 years in Germany and £15,946, second in Derby-Trial - Fruhjahrs Preis, Baden-Baden, Gr.3
3rd Dam
SALDE (GER), won 3 races in Germany including Dortmunder Stutenpreis, L.; dam of 10 winners includingSALDENSCHWINGE (GER) won 5 races including Deutscher Stutenpreis, Hannover, Gr.3, P.Jubilaum.Firma Jungheinrich Gabstapler, Hamburg, Gr.3, third in G.P. Casino Hohensyburg St Leger, Dortmund, Gr.2; dam of winners
SWINGING DUKE (GER) 2 races including XTIP Derby Trial, Dusseldorf, L.
SALDEN LICHT (GB) won 4 races at 3, 4 and 6 years at home and in France including Prix Le Fabuleux, Chantilly, L. third in Prix du Point du Jour Craon, L. SALDENNAHE (GER) won 2 races at 3 years in Germany and in Italy including Premio Baggio Milan L.; dam of winners
Saltas (GER) won 2 races in Germany and abroad and second in RheinlandPokal, Cologne, Gr.1, third in Idee Deutsches Derby, Hamburg, Gr.1
Saldenehre (GER), won 1 race at 2 years in Germany and placed second in Diana Trial-Las Vegas-Slenderella Rennen, Mulheim, L.; dam of winners.
SERIENHOLDE (GER), Champion 3yr old filly in Germany in 2016, 3 races including Preis der Diana , Dusseldorf, Gr.1; dam of SCHNELL MEISTER (GER), won NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2, second in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1
SERIENHOEHE (IRE), 3 races at 2 and 3 years in Germany including Maurice Lacroix-Trophy, Baden-Baden, Gr.3 and SWB Derby Trial, Bremen, L.
SALDENGESTE (IRE), won 2 races at 3 years in Germany; dam of winners.
SALDENART (GER), 3 races at 3 and 4 years in Germany including Uvex Trophy Badener Ladies Sprint Cup, L.; dam of CLIFFS ART (IRE), won Hoppegartner Stutenpreis, Berlin-Hoppegarten, L.
CONTINUOUS (JPN) (St Leger Stakes, Doncaster Gr.1 Great Voltigeur Stakes, York Gr.2 Royal Whip Stakes, Curragh, Gr.3 Prix Thomas Bryon, Saint-Cloud Gr.3 second in King Edward VII Stakes Ascot Gr.2).
DO DEUCE (JPN) (Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1, Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, Kyoto Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.2, Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L., third in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1).
SUAVE RICHARD (JPN) (Longines Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2, Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2, Kyodo News Service Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1; sire).
YOSHIDA (JPN) (NYRA Bets Woodward Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Old Forester Turf Classic, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Hill Prince Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.3, James W Murphy Stakes, Pimlico, L., second in Whitney Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1; sire).
CHEVAL GRAND (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2, Hanshin Daishoten, Gr.2, second in Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice); sire)
ONE AND ONLY (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1; sire)
JUST A WAY (JPN) (Dubai Duty Free Stakes, Meydan, Gr.1, Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
TIME FLYER (JPN) (Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3).
ADMIRE RAKTI (JPN) (Caulfield Cup, Gr.1, Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
LYS GRACIEUX (JPN) (Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1, Ladbrokes WS Cox Plate, Moonee Valley, Gr.1 Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin Gr.1 Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1 second in Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
NUOVO RECORD (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks) Tokyo, Gr.1 Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 second in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice))
CHUCK NATE (JPN) (American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2).
SUAVE ARAMIS (JPN) (Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Chukyo Gr.2).
HISHI IGUAZU (JPN) (Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 (twice), Nikkan Sports Sho Nakayama Kimpai, Gr.3, second in The Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
WIN VARIATION (JPN) (Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire)
VICTIPHARUS (JPN) (Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2).
GO FOR THE SUMMIT (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial), Tokyo, Gr.2).
FAME GAME (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2, Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1).
CURREN MIROTIC (JPN) (Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2, second in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1).
CAPOTE STAR (JPN) (Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2).
GUSTAVE CRY (JPN) (Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2).
MEISHO MIMOSA (JPN) (Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Gr.2).
SHADOW DIVA (JPN) (Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
NO ONE (JPN) (Hochi Hai Revue (fillies GnsTrial), Hanshin, Gr.2).
GRATIAS (JPN) (Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3).
DANON BELUGA (JPN) (Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3 second in Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1, third in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1).
HARPER (JPN) (Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3 second in Yushun Himba (Oaks) Tokyo, Gr.1 third in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Gr.1 Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1).
CATEDRAL (JPN) (Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Nakayama, Gr.3 Toki Stakes, Niigata, L. third in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
ADMIRE MIYABI (JPN) (Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3 third in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
MAGIC TIME (JPN) (Lord Derby Challenge Trophy Nakayama, Gr.3).
SUNDARBANS (JPN) (Laurel R.C. Sho Nakayama Himba Stakes, Gr.3).
MATENRO LEO (JPN) (Kisaragi Sho, Chukyo Gr.3).
ELUSIVE PANTHER (JPN) (Sports Nippon Sho Kyoto Kimpai, Chukyo, Gr.3).
SO DAZZLING (JPN) (Kyoto Himba Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3)
MY STYLE (JPN) (Hakodate Kinen, Hakodate, Gr.3).
MY RHAPSODY (JPN) (Radio Nikkei Hai Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
SATONO CHRONICLE (JPN) (The Challenge Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3).
LORD GOLAZO (JPN) (Sirius Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, Nagoya Daishoten, L.R.).
GRAIL (JPN) (Radio Nikkei Hai Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
LOGI CRY (JPN) (Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.3).
ADMIRE EIKAN (JPN) (Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3).
BELL LAP (JPN) (Radio Nikkei Hai Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3).
MEISHO NARUTO (JPN) (Tanabata Sho, Fukushima, Gr.3).
TSURUMARU LEON (JPN) (TV Nishinippon Corp.Sho Kitakyushu Kinen, Gr.3).
WOMAN'S HEART (JPN) (Niigata Nisai Stakes, Niigata, Gr.3).
NOTTURNO (JPN) (Japan Dirt Derby, Oi L.R. second in Tokyo Daishoten Oi, Gr.1).
WAKEA (JPN) (Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L., second in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho Deep Impact Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 third in Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
HEART'S HISTOIRE (JPN) (Sapporo Nikkei Open Sapporo, L.).
SHURI (JPN) (Tanigawadake Stakes, Niigata, L. Rigel Stakes Hanshin, L.).
His first crop will be yearlings in 2025
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986)
BTW 172 BTW
Heart's Cry (JPN) (b 2001) 69BTW
Salomina (GER) (b 2009) 3BTW
Irish Dance (JPN) (1990)
BTW 1BTW
Lomitas (GB) (1988)
BTW 60 BTW
Saldentigerin (GER) (2001)
BTW 2BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Tony Bin 30 BTW Kampala Severn Bridge
Buper Dance (USA) 1BTW Lyphard My Bupers
Niniski (USA) 51 BTW Nijinsky Virginia Hills
La Colorada (GER) 3BTW Surumu La Dorada
Tiger Hill (IRE) 56 BTW Danehill The Filly
Salde (GER) 4BTW Alkalde Saite
FastestJuvenileby Heart’sCry
WontheAsahiHaiFuturityStakes-G1 inrecordtime. Dualclassicplacer. HailsfromGermany’sgreatSline.
satono crown (JPN)
racingcareer
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-12f
At 2 Won Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes Tokyo Gr.3 (9f. beating Avenir Marcher (JPN) and Sole Impact (JPN)) Two-Year-Old Newcomer Race Tokyo, (9f. beating Ontology (JPN) and Vanguard City (JPN))
At 3 Won Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, (10f beating Bright Emblem (JPN) and Tagano Espresso (JPN)), third in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Duramente (JPN))
At 4 Won Longines Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1, (12f beating Highland Reel (IRE) and One Foot In Heaven (IRE)), Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.2, (11f beating Touching Speech (JPN) and Admire Deus (JPN)).
At 5 Won Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, (11f beating Gold Actor (JPN) and Mikki Queen (JPN)), Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.2, (11f beating Smart Layer (JPN) and Makahiki (JPN)), second in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Kitasan Black (JPN))
extended pedigree 1st Dam
JIOCONDA (IRE), won 2 races at 2 years and £44,730 including Silken Glider Stakes, Curragh, L., placed third in Killavullan Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3; dam of 7 winners including-
SATONO CROWN (JPN) (2012 c. by Marju (IRE)), subject stallion.
LIGHTENING PEARL (IRE) (2009 f. by Marju (IRE)), won 3 races at 2 years and £137,846 including Cheveley Park Stakes, Newmarket Gr.1 Round Tower Stakes, Curragh, Gr.3, placed twice; dam of winners.
LIGHTENING QUICK (GB) (f by Frankel (GB)), 2 races at 2 and 3 years and £67,716 including Athasi Stakes, Naas, Gr.3 placed once. Matenro Diva (JPN) (f by Deep Impact (JPN)) winner third in Kobai Stakes L.
PONT DES ARTS (JPN) (2015 f. by Heart's Cry (JPN)) won 5 races in Japan and £838,694 including Sapporo Nikkei Open, Sapporo, L., third in Sports Nippon Sho Stayers Stakes Nakayama, Gr.2 and Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 Figlio Allegro (JPN) (2017 g. by Deep Impact (JPN)), won 7 races to 2024 in Japan and £463,068 and placed third in TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2 Jolie Jioconde (IRE) (2008 f. by Marju (IRE)), won 1 race at 3 years and £17,373 and third in Tyros Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3; dam of winners. Fast Approach (JPN) (g by Dawn Approach (IRE)), winner in Japan and placed second in Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3
2nd Dam
LA JOCONDE (GB), unraced; dam of 1 winnerJIOCONDA (IRE) (f by Rossini (USA)), see above.
3rd Dam
LUST (GB), unraced; dam of 4 winners includingSCREWDRIVER (GB), won 1 race at 2 years viz Woodcote Stakes, Epsom, L. best progeny
TASTIERA (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1 Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho Deep Impact Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 second in Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto Gr.1 Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas) Nakayama Gr.1 fourth in Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3).
UVAROVITE (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): Sweetpea Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
TOSEN LAURIER (JPN) (Meisho Samson (JPN): Anemone Stakes Nakayama L.).
REGATEADOR (JPN) (Admire Max (JPN): fourth in Hakodate Nisai Stakes, Gr.3).
SATONO CLOAK (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): fourth in Sumire Stakes, Hanshin, L.).
TAISEI COURAGEUX (JPN) (Sunday Silence (USA): fourth in Hagi Stakes, Hanshin, L.).
KANEMITSU ACE (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): 7 races and £55,702, 2024), VOLANTE (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): 5 races and £39,598, 2024), REGLE REGALIS (JPN) (Admire Max (JPN): 5 races and £16,614, 2024), MARINO LILIAN (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): 8 races and £25,753, 2024), CARTE MAITRESSE (JPN) (Special Week (JPN): 6 races and £37,033, 2024), CROWN BUD (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): 4 races and £22,634, 2024), KANNON SOLARE (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): 4 races and £26,744, 2024), RHODIUM EPOCH (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 4 races and £40,631, 2024), SPARKING BLUE (JPN) (Stay Gold (JPN): 3 races and £23,739, 2024), VIP SCORPION (JPN) (Zenno Rob Roy (JPN): 3 races and £297,372, 2023), A SHIN RESUME (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 3 races and £244,552, 2024), YANNOKA STEP (JPN) (Chichicastenango (FR): 3 races and £46,947, 2024), SOPHIA CROWN (JPN) (Agnes Tachyon (JPN): 3 races and £73,467, 2024).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£)
2022 85 21 22 571199109 00 2023 1694872197 61571720 0 2024 17362110 2302147514 00
Sire of the winners of 204 races and 9503795plus 00 2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2020 123 11770 153 373 782510900 0
90 78 31 48 102 144247600 0 202263192 39 236210 00
2023 49 From 3 crops of racing age sire of 103 winners of 204 races and £9,503,795
sire reference
By MARJU (IRE) (1988-Stud 1992), Won 3 races, £282,640, 7f.-8f., St James's Palace Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Craven Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.3, second in Derby Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1 Sire ofSATONO CROWN (JPN) (subject stallion).
CHINCHON (IRE) (Betfair TVG United Nations Stakes, Monmouth Park, Gr.1, Singapore Airlines International Cup, Kranji Gr.1 La Coupe de Maisons-Laffitte Maisons-Laffitte, Gr.3, Prix Exbury, Saint-Cloud, Gr.3 (twice); sire).
COMIC STRIP (GB)/VIVA PATACA (GB) (Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1 (twice), Hong Kong Derby, Sha Tin, L. The Citi Hong Kong Gold Cup, Sha Tin, L. second in Sheema Classic Nad Al Sheba, Gr.1 Audemars Piguet Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
LIGHTENING PEARL (IRE) (Cheveley Park Stakes, Newmarket Gr.1 Round Tower Stakes Curragh Gr.3 third in Debutante Stakes, Curragh Gr.2).
BETHRAH (IRE) (Irish 1000 Guineas, Curragh, Gr.1, Derrinstown Stud 1000 Guineas Trial, Leopardstown, Gr.3).
SOVIET SONG (IRE) (Sussex Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1, Matron Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.1, Falmouth Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.1 (twice), Fillies' Mile, Ascot, Gr.1, Windsor Forest Stakes, Ascot, Gr.2).
MARBYE (IRE) (Prix d'Astarté, Deauville, Gr.1, Premio Emilio Turati, Milan, Gr.2).
MY EMMA (GB) (Yorkshire Oaks, Gr.1, Prix Vermeille, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1).
SIL SILA (IRE) (Prix de Diane, Chantilly, Gr.1, Radley Stakes, Newbury, L.).
MARJU SNIP (NZ) (Schweppes Australasian Oaks, Morphettville, Gr.1).
WATAR (IRE) (Prix Maurice de Nieuil, ParisLongchamp, Gr.2; sire).
BRUNEL (IRE) (Mehl-Mulhens Rennen, Cologne, Gr.2).
STORMONT (IRE) (Fahrhof Goldene Peitsche, Baden-Baden, Gr.2).
INDIGENOUS (IRE)/QUALTRON (IRE) (Hong Kong International Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.2, Hong Kong Gold Cup, Sha Tin, L., second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
MILETRIAN (IRE) (Ribblesdale Stakes, Ascot, Gr.2).
SAPPHIRE RING (GB) (Las Palmas Handicap, Santa Anita, Gr.2).
ORIENTAL FASHION (IRE) (Premio Ribot Rome Gr.2).
HIGH CEE (NZ) (Veolia Environmental Ajax Stakes, Rosehill, Gr.2).
MAGNETISM (NZ) (Speights Great Northern Guineas, Ellerslie Gr.2).
MAHBOOB (IRE) (Prix Quincey, Deauville Gr.3; sire).
DELLA SCALA (IRE) (Premio Primi Passi, Milan, Gr.3; sire).
GREEN DESTINY (IRE) (Strensall Stakes, York Gr.3).
ENROLLER (IRE) (John Porter Stakes, Newbury, Gr.3).
FANJURA (IRE) (Le Pine Funerals Easter Cup, Caulfield Gr.3 (twice))
REMARQUE (IRE) (Premio Tudini, Rome, Gr.3).
BOBS PRIDE (IRE) (Ballysax Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3).
NAHEEF (IRE) (Vintage Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.3, Winter Hill Stakes, Windsor, Gr.3, Strensall Stakes, York, Gr.3, second in National Stakes, Curragh, Gr.1).
D'ANJOU (GB) (BBC World Al Fahidi Fort Stakes, Nad Al Sheba, Gr.3).
MARINE (GB) (La Jolla Handicap, Del Mar, Gr.3).
MISS MARJURIE (IRE) (Pinnacle Stakes, Haydock, Gr.3).
RAMONE (IRE) (Park Express Stakes, Curragh, Gr.3).
LOVE INTRIGUE (IRE) (Premio Carlo Chiesa, Rome, Gr.3).
MARJALINA (IRE) (Park Express Stakes, Curragh, Gr.3).
RED FEATHER (IRE) (International Stakes, Curragh, Gr.3, second in Moyglare Stud Stakes, Curragh, Gr.1, third in Brownstown Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3).
TEMPLE HILLS (NZ) (Eagle Technology Gt Northern Challenge, Ellerslie, Gr.3).
BURNING SANDS (AUS) (Sweet Embrace Stakes, Canterbury, Gr.3).
MARTINO ALONSO (IRE) (Premio del Giubileo Limited Handicap, Milan, L., Premio d'Aprile, Milan, L., second in Premio Roma, Rome, Gr.1; sire)
ASSET (IRE) (Leicestershire Stakes, Leicester L. second in Lennox Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.2, third in Golden Jubilee Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1).
BRUGES (IRE) (Golden Fleece Stakes Leopardstown L.).
MASSIVE (IRE) (Heron Stakes, Sandown L.).
SATURN (IRE) (Queen Mother's Memorial Cup, Sha Tin, L. second in Prix Guillaume d'Ornano Deauville Gr.2).
Last Tycoon (1983)
BTW 85 BTW
Marju (IRE) (br. 1988) 64 BTW
Flame of Tara (1980) BTW 5BTW
Rossini (USA) (1997) BTW 8BTW
Jioconda (IRE) (b 2003) 3BTW
La Joconde (GB) (1999) 1BTW
Try My Best (USA) 32 BTW
Northern Dancer Sex Appeal
Mill Princess 5BTW Mill Reef Irish Lass II
Artaius (USA) 20 BTW
Welsh Flame 1BTW
Miswaki (USA) 95 BTW
Round Table Stylish Pattern
Welsh Pageant Electric Flash
Mr Prospector Hopespringseternal
Touch of Greatness (USA) 2BTW Hero's Honor Ivory Wand
Vettori (IRE) 47 BTW
Machiavellian Air Distingue
Lust (GB) 1BTW Pursuit of Love Pato
InternationalG1winnerincludingthe HongKongVasebybeating7-time Group1winnerHighlandReel.
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings 2018 23 3- 618,413 2019 35 21 -1 2,420,748 2020 421 1630,624
Total1061 -2 £3,669,785
Winning distances at 2 years and over 8f-12f
At 2 Won Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, (10f beating Admire Justa (JPN) and Nishino Daisy (JPN)), Hagi Stakes, Kyoto, L., (9f. beating Jamil Fuerte (JPN) and Segredo Superior (JPN)), Newcomer Race, Hanshin, (8f. beating Deep Diver (JPN) and Tagano Gerodi (JPN))
At 3 Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2019. Won Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas) Nakayama Gr.1 (10f beating Velox (JPN) and Danon Kingly (JPN)) Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2 (12f beating Velox (JPN) and World Premiere (JPN)), second in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Lys Gracieux (JPN)), fourth in Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1 (to Roger Barows (JPN))
At 4 Won Kinko Sho, Chukyo, Gr.2, (10f beating Satono Saltus (JPN) and Daiwa Cagney (JPN)), fourth in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, (to Chrono Genesis (JPN)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam CESARIO (JPN), Champion 3yr old filly in Japan in 2005, won 5 races at 2 and 3 years in Japan and in U.S.A., £1,395,734 including American Oaks Invitational Stakes, Hollywood Park, Gr.1 Yushun Himba (Oaks) Tokyo, L. Flower Cup, Nakayama, L. placed second in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, L.; dam of 10 winners includingEPIPHANEIA (JPN) (2010 c. by Symboli Kris S (USA)), won 6 races at 2 to 4 years in Japan and £4,616,154 including Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, Radio Nikkei Hai Nisai Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3, Kyoto Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, L., placed 5 times including second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, third in Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2; sire SATURNALIA (JPN) (2016 c. by Lord Kanaloa (JPN)), subject stallion. LEONTES (JPN) (2013 c by King Kamehameha (JPN)), Champion 2yr old colt in Japan in 2015, won 2 races at 2 years in Japan and £713,784 including Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, placed once viz second in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2; sire
Globe Theatre (JPN) (2014 c. by King Kamehameha (JPN)), won 5 races at 2 to 4 years in Japan and £653,563 and third in Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2 Lupercalia (JPN) (2018 c. by Maurice (JPN)), won 2 races at 3 and 4 years in Japan and £409,059 and second in Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Chukyo, Gr.2 Rosalind (JPN) (2011 f. by Symboli Kris S (USA)), placed twice in Japan; dam ofAUTHORITY (JPN) (c by Orfevre (JPN)), won Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2 (twice), TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho, Tokyo, Gr.2, Neom Turf Cup, King Abdulaziz, Gr.3 placed second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 and third in Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1 2nd Dam
KIROV PREMIERE (GB) won 5 races at 2 and 3 years at home and in U.S.A. and £92,580 including Rutgers Handicap Meadowlands Gr.3 placed second in Athenia Handicap, Belmont Park, Gr.3; Own sister to THEATRE CRITIC; dam of 7 winners includingCESARIO (JPN) (f by Special Week (JPN)), see above. Savannah's Choice (AUS) (f by Redoute's Choice (AUS)), won 3 races in Australia and second in Roses Stakes, Doomben, Gr.3; dam of winners. OVERSHARE (AUS), won Ladbrokes Zeditave Stakes, Caulfield, Gr.3, Essendon Nissan Mitchell McKenzie Stakes, Moonee Valley, L.; sire. Kirovskaya (AUS), unraced; dam of winners IRITHEA (AUS), won Killahy Hawkesbury Crown, Hawkesbury, Gr.3, Dark Jewel Classic Handicap, Rosehill, Gr.3, placed second in TAB Sapphire Stakes, Randwick, Gr.2, Gosford RSL Belle of the Turf Stakes, Gosford, Gr.3 best progeny
Caught Alliciant (JPN) (Heart's Cry (JPN): second in Niigata Nisai Stakes Niigata, Gr.3).
MAGICAL FAIRY (JPN) (Henny Hughes (USA): fourth in Niigata Nisai Stakes Niigata, Gr.3).
SHONAN SOMEDAY (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): fourth in Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L.). SATONO RAPPORT (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 1 race and £46,781, 2024), SUNRISE GRACIA (JPN) (Danehill Dancer (IRE): 1 race and £46,781, 2024), JEZERO (JPN) (Falbrav (IRE): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), CLAUDIAI (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024) FANDOM (JPN) (Just A Way (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), RED KINGLY (JPN) (Smart Strike (CAN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), SMASH OUT (JPN) (Durandal (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), KREISLERIANA (JPN) (Medicean (GB): 1 race and £40,655, 2024), WATER AIRY (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): 1 race and £46,781, 2024), MIRAIENO BOUQUET (JPN) (Daiwa Major (JPN): 1 race and £44,442, 2024), BLOOMING ROSE (JPN) (Kurofune (USA): 1 race and £30,630, 2024), CASTLE LAKE (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN): 1 race, £34,640, 2024).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins Places Won (£)WinsWon (£) 2024 53 15 15 14 857097 00 2024 data to October.
By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2022 1425315151485709700 0 2023 137 From 1 crop of racing age sire of 15 winners of 15 races and £857,097
sire reference
By LORD KANALOA (JPN) (2008-Stud 2014), Champion sprinter and miler in Japan in 2013 Won 13 races, £6,494,568 6f.-8f Sprinters Stakes Nakayama, Gr.1 (twice), Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Longines Hong Kong Sprint, Sha Tin, Gr.1 (twice), Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, Silk Road Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, Keihan Hai, Kyoto, Gr.3, Hankyu Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1 Sire of-
BELLAGIO OPERA (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, Challenge Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.2, third in Takarazuka Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.1).
DANON SCORPION (JPN) (NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Arlington Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
BREDE WEG (JPN) (Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1, Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Kansai Telecasting Corp. Sho Rose Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2).
DANON SMASH (JPN) (The Hong Kong Sprint, Sha Tin, Gr.1, Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1, Centaur Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2, Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2, Keeneland Cup, Sapporo, Gr.3, Yukan Fuji Sho Ocean Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.3, Silk Road Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.3, Keihan Hai, Kyoto, Gr.3; sire).
SATURNALIA (JPN) (subject stallion)
FIRST FORCE (JPN) (Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo Gr.1 CBC Sho, Kokura Gr.3, second in Sankei Sho Centaur Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2).
PANTHALASSA (JPN) (Saudi Cup, King Abdulaziz Gr.1 Dubai Turf Meydan, Gr.1 Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 Fukushima Kinen, Fukushima, Gr.3 second in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup) Tokyo, Gr.1).
STELVIO (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1 Spring Stakes Nakayama, Gr.2 second in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2).
ALMOND EYE (JPN) (DP World Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1 Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice), Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1, Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1, Shuka Sho, Kyoto, Gr.1, Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.3, second in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1).
TAGALOA (AUS) (Blue Diamond Stakes, Caulfield, Gr.1, Debonair Stakes, Flemington, Gr.3, third in Australian Guineas, Flemington, Gr.1; sire).
RED MON REVE (JPN) (Keio Hai Spring Cup, Tokyo, Gr.2).
DIATONIC (JPN) (Hanshin Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2, MBS Sho Swan Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2 (twice), third in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1; sire).
KING HERMES (JPN) (Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
KING OF KOJI (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.2, American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2).
CADENCE CALL (JPN) (Yomiuri Milers Cup, Hanshin, Gr.2, Sports Nippon Sho Kyoto Kimpai, Chukyo, Gr.3, second in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
FANTASIST (JPN) (Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, Kokura Nisai Stakes, Kokura, Gr.3, second in Centaur Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.2).
SUBLIME ANTHEM (JPN) (Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2).
TIME TO HEAVEN (JPN) (Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.3).
EMPEROR WAKEA (JPN) (Negishi Stakes Tokyo, Gr.3 Enif Stakes, Chukyo L.).
SATONO REVE (JPN) (Keeneland Cup, Gr.3 Hakodate Sprint Stakes, Gr.3).
ASK ONE TIME (JPN) (Kokura Nisai Stakes, Kokura Gr.3).
T M TOKKYU (JPN) (Capella Stakes Nakayama, Gr.3 Keiyo Stakes, Nakayama L.).
RED LE ZELE (JPN) (Negishi Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, JBC Sprint, Kanazawa, L.R., second in February Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.1 Golden Shaheen Meydan Gr.1 (twice)).
HO O EMMY'S (JPN) (Fukushima Kinen, Fukushima, Gr.3).
RED GALANT (JPN) (Nikkan Sports Sho Nakayama Kimpai, Nakayama, Gr.3).
GROOVE IT (JPN) (Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.3).
R STAR (JPN) (Kokura Kinen, Kokura, Gr.3).
VAL D'ISERE (JPN) (Nikkan Sports Sho Shinzan Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.3).
BUON VOYAGE (JPN) (Kitakyushu Kinen, Kokura, Gr.3).
KIMIWA QUEEN (JPN) (Hakodate Sprint Stakes, Hakodate, Gr.3).
LEI HALIA (JPN) (Keeneland Cup, Sapporo, Gr.3, Aoi Stakes, Chukyo, L.).
KNOW IT ALL (GB) (Derrinstown Stud 1000 Guineas Trial, Leopardstown, Gr.3, third in Prix Rothschild, Deauville, Gr.1).
IBERIS (JPN) (Arlington Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, Kyoto Himba Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.3).
TROIS ETOILES (JPN) (Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Nakayama, Gr.3 (twice), second in Sekiya Kinen, Niigata, Gr.3, fourth in Victoria Mile, Tokyo, Gr.1).
JO KANA CHAN (JPN) (The Ibis Summer Dash, Niigata, Gr.3).
KIR LORD (JPN) (Paradise Stakes, Tokyo, L., second in Keihan Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, third in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1).
King Kamehameha (JPN) (2001)
BTW 101 BTW
Lord Kanaloa (JPN) (b 2008) 54 BTW
Cesario (JPN) (bl 2002) 3BTW
Lady Blossom (JPN) (1996) 1BTW
Special Week (JPN) (1995)
BTW 25 BTW
Kirov Premiere (GB) (1990) BTW 1BTW
Kingmambo (USA) 91 BTW Mr Prospector Miesque
Manfath (IRE) 2BTW Last Tycoon Pilot Bird
Storm Cat (USA) 177 BTW Storm Bird Terlingua
Saratoga Dew (USA) 1BTW Cormorant Super Luna
Sunday Silence (USA) 172 BTW Halo Wishing Well
Campaign Girl (JPN) 1BTW Maruzensky Lady Shiraoki
Sadler's Wells (USA) 328 BTW Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge
Querida 3BTW Habitat Principia
JRAChampion3YO
ByLordKanaloaandoutofDualOaks winnerCesario.
HalfbrothertothetopsireEpiphaneia. 15winnersfrom hisfirstcropby theendof October.
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings
sire reference
By KINGMAN (GB) (2011-Stud 2015), Jt Champion 3yr old colt in Europe in 2014, Champion 3yr old miler in Europe in 2014, Won 7 races, £970,834, 7f.8f., St James's Palace Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, QIPCO Sussex Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1 Irish 2000 Guineas, Curragh, Gr.1 Prix Jacques Le Marois, Deauville Gr.1 Greenham Stakes, Newbury, Gr.3, Solario Stakes, Sandown, Gr.3, second in 2000 Guineas Newmarket Gr.1 Sire ofSCHNELL MEISTER (GER) (subject stallion)
Total175 33 1£3,599,354
Winning distances at 2 years and over 7½f-9f
At 2 Won Hiiragi Sho, Nakayama, (8f. beating Wazamono (JPN) and Arabian Night (JPN)), Newcomer Race, Sapporo, (7½f. beating Ten War Cry (JPN) and Falles (JPN))
At 3 Won NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (8f. beating Songline (JPN) and Grenadier Guards (JPN)), Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, (9f. beating Danon Kingly (JPN) and Potager (JPN)), second in Mile Championship, Hanshin, Gr.1, (to Gran Alegria (JPN)), Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho Deep Impact Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, (to Titleholder (JPN)), third in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Danon Kingly (JPN))
At 4 Second in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Songline (JPN)).
At 5 Won Yomiuri Milers Cup, Kyoto, Gr.2 (8f. beating Gaia Force (JPN) and Soul Rush (JPN)) third in Yasuda Kinen Tokyo, Gr.1 (to Songline (JPN)) Mainichi Okan Tokyo, Gr.2 (to Elton Barows (JPN)), fourth in Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 (to Hishi Iguazu (JPN))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
SERIENHOLDE (GER), Champion 3yr old filly in Germany in 2016, won 3 races at 3 years in Germany and £251,847 including Henkel Preis der Diana - German Oaks, Dusseldorf, Gr.1, BMW Preis Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf, L., placed twice including second in Preis der Winterkonigin, Baden-Baden, Gr.3; dam of 3 winners includingSCHNELL MEISTER (GER) (2018 c. by Kingman (GB)), subject stallion.
2nd Dam
Saldenehre (GER) won 1 race at 2 years in Germany and placed twice including second in Diana Trial-Las Vegas-Slenderella Rennen, Mulheim, L.; dam of 6 winners includingSERIENHOLDE (GER) (f by Soldier Hollow (GB)), see above.
SERIENHOEHE (IRE) (f by High Chaparral (IRE)) won 3 races at 2 and 3 years in Germany and £81,724 including Maurice Lacroix-Trophy Baden-Baden, Gr.3 SWB Derby Trial, Bremen L. placed 4 times; dam of winners. Shining Pass (GER) 2 races at 3 years in Germany and £10,811 and placed once viz third in Mehl Mulhens Trophy, Hamburg, Gr.3
3rd Dam
SALDE (GER), won 3 races at 3 years in Germany including Dortmunder Stutenpreis, Dortmund, L.; dam of 10 winners including-
SALDENTIGERIN (GER), Champion 3yr old filly in Germany in 2004, won 3 races at 2 to 4 years in Germany including Baden-Wurttemberg-Trophy, Baden-Baden, Gr.3, Jean Harzheim Rennen, Cologne, L., placed second in Preis von Europa, Cologne, Gr.1, Frankfurter der Mehl Mulhens Stiftung, Frankfurt, Gr.3, Furstenberg-Rennen, Baden-Baden, Gr.3, Schwarzgold Rennen, Cologne, Gr.3, third in Preis der Diana, Gr.1; dam of winners. SALOMINA (GER), Champion 3yr old filly in Germany in 2012, 4 races at 3 years in Germany including Preis der Diana, Dusseldorf, Gr.1, Hamburger Stuten Preis, Gr.3; dam of SALIOS (JPN), won Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2 (twice), Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3 second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1 Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, SALACIA (JPN), won Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2 second in Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1 Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hanshin, Gr.1 SALIERA (JPN) won Shirafuji Stakes, Tokyo, L. placed second in Rose Stakes, Chukyo Gr.2 Safira (JPN) winner to 2023 in Japan and second in Artemis Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3 SALUT (GER) 5 races in Germany including Preis des Casino Baden-Baden, Baden-Baden, L. second in Premio St Leger Italiano, Milan, Gr.3; sire
SALDENSCHWINGE (GER) won 5 races at 3 and 5 years in Germany including Deutscher Stutenpreis, Hannover, Gr.3, P.Jubilaum.Firma Jungheinrich Gabstapler, Hamburg, Gr.3, placed second in Preis der Sparkassen Finanzgruppe, Baden-Baden, Gr.3; dam of winners
SWINGING DUKE (GER), 2 races at 2 and 3 years in Germany including XTIP Derby Trial, Dusseldorf, L., all his starts
SALDEN LICHT (GB), won 4 races at 3, 4 and 6 years at home and in France including Prix Le Fabuleux, Chantilly, L., third in Prix du Point du Jour, L. SALDENNAHE (GER), won 2 races at 3 years in Germany and in Italy including Premio Baggio, Milan, L.; dam of winners
SALDENGESTE (IRE), won 2 races at 3 years in Germany; dam of winners SALDENART (GER), 3 races at 3 and 4 years in Germany including Badener Ladies Sprint Cup, L.; dam of CLIFFS ART (IRE), 5 races at 2, 3 and 6 years in Australia and in Germany including Hoppegartner Stutenpreis, L.
PALACE PIER (GB) (Queen Anne Stakes, Ascot Gr.1 Lockinge Stakes Newbury, Gr.1 St James's Palace Stakes Ascot Gr.1 Prix Jacques Le Marois, Gr.1 (twice), Sandown Mile Gr.2 second in Queen Elizabeth II Stakes, Gr.1; sire)
PERSIAN KING (IRE) (Poule d'Essai des Poulains ParisLongchamp Gr.1 Prix du Moulin de Longchamp, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Prix d'Ispahan, Chantilly, Gr.1, Prix du Muguet, Saint-Cloud, Gr.2, Autumn Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.3, Prix de Fontainebleau, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3, second in Prix du Jockey Club, Chantilly, Gr.1, third in Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1; sire).
KINROSS (GB) (British Champions Sprint Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Prix de la Forêt, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, City of York Stakes, Gr.2 (twice), Lennox Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.2 (twice), Park Stakes, Doncaster, Gr.2 (twice), John of Gaunt Stakes, Gr.3, second in Prix de la Forêt, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1 (twice))
FEED THE FLAME (GB) (Grand Prix de Paris, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, second in Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud, Saint-Cloud, Gr.1, third in Coronation Cup, Gr.1).
SPARKLING PLENTY (FR) (Prix de Diane, Chantilly, Gr.1, Prix de Sandringham, Chantilly, Gr.2, third in Nassau Stakes, Gr.1, Prix de l'Opéra, Gr.1).
FRIENDLY SOUL (GB) (Prix de l'Opéra, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1, Prix de la Nonette, Deauville, Gr.2, Valiant Stakes, Ascot, Gr.3, Pretty Polly Stakes, Newmarket, L.).
ELMALKA (GB) (1000 Guineas, Newmarket, Gr.1, fourth in Nassau Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1, Coronation Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Sun Chariot Stakes, Gr.1).
COMMISSIONING (GB) (Fillies' Mile Gr.1 Rockfel Stakes, Newmarket Gr.2).
DOMESTIC SPENDING (GB) (Manhattan Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Turf Classic Stakes Churchill Downs, Gr.1 Hollywood Derby, Del Mar Gr.1).
KING COLORADO (AUS) (J.J Atkins Eagle Farm, Gr.1).
ZARDOZI (AUS) (Victoria Oaks Flemington, Gr.1 Edward Manifold Stakes, Gr.2).
QUDDWAH (GB) (Summer Mile, Ascot Gr.2 Paradise Stakes, Ascot L. fourth in Prix Jacques Le Marois, Deauville Gr.1).
CELANDINE (GB) (Lowther Stakes, York Gr.2 Empress Stakes Newmarket L. third in Prix Robert Papin, Chantilly, Gr.2, fourth in Molecomb Stakes, Gr.3).
NOBLE STYLE (GB) (Gimcrack Stakes, York, Gr.2).
PUBLIC SECTOR (GB) (Hill Prince Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.2, National Museum Racing Hall of Fame Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, Saranac Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.3).
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS (IRE) (Ballston Spa Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, Lake Placid Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.2, Gallorette Stakes, Pimlico, Gr.3, Lake George Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.3, second in Diana Stakes, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Gr.1).
HABANA (GER) (German 1000 Guineas, Dusseldorf, Gr.2).
HEADMAN (GB) (Prix Guillaume d'Ornano, Deauville, Gr.2, Prix Eugène Adam, Saint-Cloud, Gr.2; sire).
CALYX (GB) (Coventry Stakes, Ascot, Gr.2, Pavilion Stakes, Ascot, Gr.3; sire).
SERVE THE KING (GB) (Red Smith Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.2, John's Call Stakes, Saratoga, L.R., second in Turf Classic Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1).
FEARLESS KING (GB) (Mehl-Muelhens-Rennen (2000 Guineas), Cologne, Gr.2).
SUMMER ROMANCE (IRE) (Balanchine Stakes, Meydan, Gr.2, second in Diana Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Just a Game Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1).
ELIZABETH TOWER (GB) (Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2).
FIELD OF GOLD (IRE) (Solario Stakes, Sandown Gr.3 fourth in Prix Jean-Luc Lagardère, ParisLongchamp Gr.1).
TABITI (GB) (Dick Poole Stakes Salisbury, Gr.3).
BLUSH (IRE) (Prix Chloe, Chantilly, Gr.3).
ALSAKIB (GB) (Silver Cup Stakes, York Gr.3 third in Ormonde Stakes Gr.3).
NOSTRUM (GB) (Somerville Tattersall Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.3, Sir Henry Cecil Stakes, Newmarket L. third in Dewhurst Stakes Newmarket Gr.1).
EPICTETUS (IRE) (Thoroughbred Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.3, Blue Riband Trial, Epsom, L., second in Vertem Futurity Trophy Stakes, Doncaster, Gr.1).
MASHHOOR (GB) (International Stakes, Curragh, Gr.3).
TURF KING (IRE) (Marine Stakes, Woodbine, Gr.3).
AGE OF KINGS (IRE) (Jersey Stakes, Ascot, Gr.3).
TEMPUS (GB) (Sovereign Stakes, Salisbury, Gr.3, Prix Quincey, Deauville, Gr.3).
EMISSARY (GB) (Geelong Cup, Gr.3, second in Melbourne Cup, Gr.1).
SINAWANN (IRE) (Amethyst Stakes, Gr.3, Kevin Heffernan Stakes, Gr.3).
MASEN (GB) (Poker Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.3, Knockaire Stakes, Leopardstown, L., second in Maker's Mark Mile Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1).
REMARQUEE (GB) (Fred Darling Stakes, Newbury, Gr.3, second in Coronation Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1, Falmouth Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.1).
QUEEN PICASSO (GB) (Soaring Softly Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.3).
MRS FITZHERBERT (IRE) (Prix Bertrand de Tarragon, Chantilly, Gr.3).
WALDKONIG (GB) (Gordon Richards Stakes, Sandown, Gr.3).
CHACHNAK (FR) (Prix du Prince d'Orange, ParisLongchamp, Gr.3; sire)
NOBLE TRUTH (FR) (Jersey Stakes Ascot, Gr.3 King Charles II Stakes, Newmarket L. second in Prix Jean-Luc Lagardère, ParisLongchamp Gr.1).
MEGALLAN (GB) (Diomed Stakes, Epsom, Gr.3 Sovereign Stakes Salisbury, Gr.3 Burradon Stakes, Newcastle L. second in Dante Stakes, York Gr.2).
KINGENTLEMAN (GB) (Prix Texanita Chantilly, Gr.3).
His first crop will be foals in 2025
Invincible Spirit (IRE) (1997)
BTW 153 BTW
Kingman (GB) (b 2011) 89BTW
Serienholde (GER) (b 2013) 1BTW
Zenda (GB) (1999)
BTW 2BTW
Soldier Hollow (GB) (2000)
BTW 72 BTW
Saldenehre (GER) (2000) BTP 4BTW
Green Desert (USA) 97 BTW Danzig Foreign Courier
Rafha 5BTW Kris Eljazzi
Zamindar (USA) 36 BTW Gone West Zaizafon
Hope (IRE) 3BTW Dancing Brave Bahamian
In The Wings 73 BTW Sadler's Wells High Hawk
Island Race (GB) 2BTW Common Grounds Lake Isle
Highest Honor (FR) 70 BTW Kenmare High River
Salde (GER) 4BTW Alkalde Saite
Winnerof NHKMile Cup-G1
4-timeG1placed. Bytheprovensire Kingmanandoutof theGermanOaks-G1 winnerSerienholde.
racing career
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-12f
At 2 Won Newcomer Race Kyoto, (9f. beating Vivant (JPN) and Sunrise Golazo (JPN)).
At 3 Won Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (12f beating Efforia (JPN) and Stella Veloce (JPN)), Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, (9f. beating Great Magician (JPN) and Prognosis (JPN)), third in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Contrail (JPN)), Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, (to Efforia (JPN)), fourth in Kobe Shimbun Hai, Chukyo, Gr.2, (to Stella Veloce (JPN))
At 4 Won Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1 (12f beating Yibir (GB) and Authority (JPN)), second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 (to Vela Azul (JPN)), fourth in Prince of Wales's Stakes, Ascot Gr.1 (to State of Rest (IRE)).
At 5 Third in Breeders' Cup Turf, Santa Anita, Gr.1, (to Auguste Rodin (IRE))
At 6 Second in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Regaleira (JPN)), Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1, (to Rebel's Romance (IRE)), third in Breeders' Cup Turf, Del Mar, Gr.1, (to Rebel's Romance (IRE))
extended pedigree
1st Dam
DUBAI MAJESTY (USA) won 12 races at 2 to 5 years in U.S.A. and £931,316 including Breeders' Cup F&M Sprint Churchill Downs, Gr.1 Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes Keeneland, Gr.2 Winning Colors Stakes Churchill Downs, Gr.3 (twice), Incredible Revenge Stakes, Monmouth Park, L., Buffalo Trace Franklin County Stakes, Keeneland, L. second in Madison Stakes Keeneland, Gr.1, third in Princess Rooney Handicap, Calder, Gr.1, Humana Distaff Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Raven Run Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.2; dam of 6 winners includingSHAHRYAR (JPN) (2018 c. by Deep Impact (JPN)), subject stallion.
AL AIN (JPN) (2014 c. by Deep Impact (JPN)), won 5 races at 2, 3 and 5 years in Japan and £3,581,589 including Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Sankei Sho All Comers Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2, Kyoto Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.2, Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1 and fourth in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1 and Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire Jebel Ali (JPN) (2013 f. by Deep Impact (JPN)), unraced; dam of winners. AL NASEEM (JPN) (c by Maurice (JPN)), won Toyota Sho Chukyo Kinen, Kokura, Gr.3, Nakayama Kimpai, Nakayama, Gr.3, Cassiopeia Stakes, Kyoto, L., placed second in Miyakooji Stakes, Kyoto, L., also fourth in Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1 and Kokura Daishoten, Kokura Gr.3
2nd Dam
GREAT MAJESTY (USA) won 4 races at 4 years in U.S.A. and £10,481; dam of 6 winners includingMAJESTIC DINNER (USA) (g by Formal Dinner (USA)), won 19 races in U.S.A. £318,240 including Best of Ohio Endurance Championship Hcp, Beulah L. (twice), Governor's Buckeye Cup, River Downs, L.R. (twice), George Lewis Memorial Stakes, Thistledown, R. (twice), Honey Jay Handicap, Beulah, R.
3rd Dam
MISTIC MAJESTY (USA), won 1 race at 2 years in U.S.A.; dam of 5 winners includingSUMMER MAJESTY (USA), won 16 races in U.S.A.
The next dam NECARAS MISS (USA), won 1 race at 3 years in U.S.A.; dam of 7 winners includingDROP THE PIGEON (USA), won 12 races in U.S.A. including Sixty Sails Hcp, Sportsmans, Encore Handicap, Hazel, Thelma Stakes, Fair Grounds; grandam of FLIPFORTHEGOLD (USA), won Mom's Command Hcp, Suffolk Downs; third dam of BULL RANCH (USA), won Premier's Hcp, Hastings, Gr.3
MAJESTIC AMBER (USA), won 6 races at 2 and 3 years in U.S.A. including Winter Wonderland Stakes Bowie; dam of winners. Wooden (USA), unraced; dam of winners.
TOTEM (USA) 5 races at 2 and 3 years including Desmond Stakes, Curragh, Gr.3 and Barronstown Stud Stakes Phoenix Park, L.; sire
WOODEN STAR (USA) won Color Me Blue Handicap, Sportsmans Park and Gold Digger Stakes, Hawthorne.
WOODEN CROWN (USA) winner in U.S.A.; dam of WILLIAMS NEWS (USA) won Elkhorn Stakes Keeneland Gr.3 Stars and Stripes Breeders' Cup Handicap Arlington Gr.3 second in Canadian International, Gr.1
sire reference
By DEEP IMPACT (JPN) (2002-Stud 2007), Champion 3yr old colt in Japan in 2005, Champion older horse in Japan in 2006, Won 12 races, £7,280,361, 10f.-16f., Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Kyoto, Gr.1 Sire of-
SHAHRYAR (JPN) (subject stallion)
AUGUSTE RODIN (IRE) (Derby Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1, Irish Champion Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.1 Irish Derby, Curragh, Gr.1 Prince of Wales's Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1 Futurity Trophy Doncaster, Gr.1 Breeders' Cup Turf, Santa Anita, Gr.1). CONTRAIL (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1 Kikuka Sho (St Leger) Kyoto, Gr.1 Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas) Nakayama, Gr.1 Hopeful Stakes Nakayama, Gr.1 Kobe Shimbun Hai, Chukyo Gr.2; sire).
STUDY OF MAN (IRE) (Prix du Jockey Club Chantilly, Gr.1 Prix Greffulhe, SaintCloud, Gr.2, second in Prix Ganay, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1; sire).
JUSTIN PALACE (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring), Kyoto, Gr.1, Hanshin Daishoten, Gr.2, Kobe Shimbun Hai, Gr.2, second in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Gr.1).
GLORY VASE (JPN) (The Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1 (twice), Kyoto Daishoten, Kyoto, Gr.2, Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto, Gr.2, second in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1).
KILLER ABILITY (JPN) (Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1).
FIEREMENT (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring), Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice), Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Gr.1, second in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Gr.1, third in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, fourth in Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1; sire).
ASK VICTOR MORE (JPN) (Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Hanshin, Gr.1, Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho Deep Impact Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1).
LEI PAPALE (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Challenge Cup, Hanshin, Gr.3, second in Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, third in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1).
SAXON WARRIOR (JPN) (2000 Guineas, Newmarket, Gr.1, Racing Post Trophy, Doncaster, Gr.1, Beresford Stakes, Naas, Gr.2; sire).
KEIAI NAUTIQUE (JPN) (NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
DANON KINGLY (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1).
DANON PREMIUM (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1 second in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1 Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup) Gr.1; sire).
ROGER BAROWS (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
AL AIN (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1 Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1 Mainichi Hai, Hanshin, Gr.3 third in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1; sire).
SATONO ARES (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire).
SATONO DIAMOND (JPN) (Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1, Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Gr.1; sire).
REAL STEEL (JPN) (DP World Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1, Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1, Kikuka Sho (St Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1; sire).
TOSEN STARDOM (JPN) (Mackinnon Stakes, Flemington, Gr.1, United Petroleum Toorak Handicap, Caulfield, Gr.1; sire).
DANON PLATINA (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1; sire).
SATONO ALADDIN (JPN) (Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
MIKKI ISLE (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, second in Takamatsunomiya Kinen, Chukyo, Gr.1; sire).
DEE MAJESTY (JPN) (Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
A SHIN HIKARI (JPN) (Prix d'Ispahan, Chantilly, Gr.1, Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1, Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2, Epsom Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3 ; sire).
DANON SHARK (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1 third in Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1, Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
REAL IMPACT (JPN) (George Ryder Stakes Rosehill, Gr.1 Yasuda Kinen Tokyo, Gr.1 second in The Star Doncaster Mile Handicap, Randwick Gr.1; sire).
KIZUNA (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Gr.1 Prix Niel ParisLongchamp Gr.2; sire).
SPIELBERG (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup) Tokyo, Gr.1 Principal Stakes, Tokyo, L.R., third in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
TOSEN RA (JPN) (Mile Championship, Kyoto, Gr.1 Kyoto Kinen, Gr.2; sire).
DEEP BRILLANTE (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes, Gr.3, third in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1; sire).
POTAGER (JPN) (Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, Shirafuji Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
MAKAHIKI (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Prix Niel, Chantilly, Gr.2, second in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1).
WORLD PREMIERE (JPN) (Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Hanshin, Gr.1).
FIERCE IMPACT (JPN) (Makybe Diva Stakes, Flemington, Gr.1, Kennedy Cantala Stakes, Flemington, Gr.1, Lamaros Toorak Handicap, Caulfield, Gr.1).
WAGNERIAN (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1).
DANON FANTASY (JPN) (Hanshin Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1).
SNOWFALL (JPN) (Yorkshire Oaks, York, Gr.1, Oaks Stakes, Epsom, Gr.1, Irish Oaks, Curragh, Gr.1, second in Prix Vermeille, ParisLongchamp, Gr.1).
FANCY BLUE (IRE) (Nassau Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.1, Prix de Diane, Gr.1).
LOVES ONLY YOU (JPN) (Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf, Del Mar, Gr.1, The Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1, Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
GRAN ALEGRIA (JPN) (Mile Championship Hanshin, Gr.1 (twice), Victoria Mile Gr.1, Sprinters Stks, Nakayama, Gr.1, Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1).
AKAITORINO MUSUME (JPN) (Shuka Sho, Hanshin, Gr.1).
GENTILDONNA (JPN) (Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1 Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1 Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 (twice)).
To stand his first season at stud in 2025
racingcareer
Year Age StartsWins2nd 3rd4th Earnings 2019 24 4- 263,486
2020 34 1- 11 180,076
Total8 5- 11 £443,562
Winning distances at 2 and 3 years 6f-8f
At 2 Joint 3rd top rated 2yr old colt in Ireland in 2019 Won Phoenix Stakes, Curragh, Gr.1, (6f beating Monarch of Egypt (USA)/Congratulation (USA) and Royal Lytham (FR)), Railway Stakes, Curragh, Gr.2, (6f. beating Monarch of Egypt (USA)/Congratulation (USA) and Fort Myers (USA)/Blue Soldier (USA)), Marble Hill Stakes, Curragh, L., (6f. beating King Neptune (USA)/Smart Folks (USA) and Harpocrates (IRE)), Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden Stakes, Naas, (6f. beating Harpocrates (IRE) and Red Epaulette (IRE)).
At 3 Won Irish 2000 Guineas Curragh, Gr.1 (8f. beating Vatican City (IRE) and Lope Y Fernandez (IRE)) third in Sussex Stakes, Goodwood Gr.1 (to Mohaather (GB)), fourth in Prix du Moulin de Longchamp, ParisLongchamp Gr.1 (to Persian King (IRE))
sire reference
By FIRST DEFENCE (USA) (2004-Stud 2009), Won 6 races, £296,322, 6f.-8½f., Forego Handicap, Saratoga, Gr.1, Jaipur Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.3, Long Branch Breeders' Cup Stakes, Monmouth Park, L., second in King's Bishop Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Alfred G Vanderbilt Handicap, Saratoga, Gr.2 Sire of SISKIN (USA) (subject stallion), ANTONOE (USA) (Longines Just A Game Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Prix d'Aumale, Chantilly, Gr.3, third in Diana Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Prix de la Grotte, Chantilly, Gr.3), CLOSE HATCHES (USA) (Personal Ensign Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Ogden Phipps Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Apple Blossom Handicap, Oaklawn Park, Gr.1, Cotillion Stakes, Parx Racing, Gr.1, Mother Goose Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Azeri Stakes, Oaklawn Park, Gr.2, Gazelle Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.2, second in Breeders' Cup Distaff, Santa Anita, Gr.1, Acorn Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1), TILSIT (USA) (Summer Mile, Ascot, Gr.2, Thoroughbred Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.3, second in Prix d'Ispahan, ParisLongchamp Gr.1 fourth in Joel Stakes, Newmarket Gr.2), IRISH JASPER (USA) (Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.2 Victory Ride Stakes Belmont Park, Gr.3 Adena Springs Miss Preakness Stakes Pimlico Gr.3 Belle Harbor Stakes, Aqueduct, Gasparilla Stakes, Tampa Bay Downs), DUNDONNELL (USA) (Acomb Stakes, York, Gr.3 King Charles II Stakes Newmarket L. The Sprint Cup, Sha Tin, L. second in Champagne Stakes, Doncaster, Gr.2, third in Craven Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.3, Mahab Al Shimaal Meydan, Gr.3 Bauhinia Sprint Trophy Sha Tin, L. The Prince Jewellery & Watch Premier Cup, Sha Tin, L., fourth in Longines Hong Kong Sprint, Sha Tin, Gr.1, The Premier Bowl, Sha Tin, Gr.2), TOMBELAINE (USA) (Tetrarch Stakes, Curragh, L., second in Golden Fleece Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3, Tyros Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3), PRIVET HEDGE (USA) (Prix Petite Etoile, Deauville, L.), FAME AND POWER (USA) (Sir Barton Stakes, Pimlico, second in Matt Winn Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3, El Cajon Stakes, Del Mar, L., third in Coolmore Lexington Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.3; sire), SKY DEFENCE (USA) (Curribot Handicap, Sunland Park, Winsham Lad Handicap, Sunland Park), DEFEND THE ROSE (USA) (Frances Genter Stakes, Canterbury Park, R.), LADY SUEBEE (USA) (Tranquility Lake Stakes, Del Mar, R., second in Las Cienegas Stakes, Santa Anita, L., Wishing Well Stakes, Santa Anita, R , third in Bayakoa Stakes, Los Alamitos, Gr.3, Monrovia Stakes, Santa Anita, Gr.3, Carousel Stakes, Oaklawn Park, L., Coronation Cup Stakes, Saratoga, L.), LOCKDOWN (USA) (Busanda Stakes, Aqueduct, second in Mother Goose Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.2, Gazelle Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.2, third in Cotillion Stakes, Parx Racing, Gr.1, Kentucky Oaks, Churchill Downs, Gr.1), PISTOLS DRAWN (USA) (Pretty Jenny Stakes, Hawthorne, R ), Smart Remark (USA) (second in Massmutual Twin Spires Turf Sprint, Churchill Downs, Gr.2, Runhappy Turf Sprint Stakes, Kentucky Downs, Gr.3 Karl Boyes Stakes, Presque Isle Downs, L.), Rising Seas (USA) (second in Winning Colors Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.3), Vanbrugh (USA) (second in Prix Kistena, Deauville L.), Sunnysammi (USA) (second in The Very One Stakes Pimlico, L.), Hiking (USA) (second in Possibly Perfect Stakes, Santa Anita, L.), New Line (USA) (second in Trippi Stakes, Belmont Park; sire), Smokinindaboysroom (USA) (second in Turfway Prevue Stakes, Turfway Park), Timely Tradition (USA) (second in Arctic Queen Stakes, Finger Lakes, R.), Caroline Test (USA) (second in Exacta Kentucky Downs Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Kentucky Downs, Ellis Park Juvenile Stakes, Ellis Park), Kazuri (USA) (second in Blue Mountain Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Penn National, R.), Predilection (USA) (third in International Trial Stakes, Lingfield, L.), Beach Hut (USA) (third in San Pedro Stakes, Santa Anita, L.), Abseil (USA) (third in Hambleton Stakes, York, L.), Dancetrack (USA) (third in International Trial Stakes, Lingfield, L.), Kitchen Fire (USA) (third in Mark McDermott Stakes, Presque Isle Downs, R.), First Goal (CAN) (third in Clarendon Stakes, Woodbine, R ), Kentucky Roll (CAN) (third in Century Mile Oaks, Century Mile), Madeforlife (USA) (third in Azalea Stakes, Delta Downs, R.). best progeny
TELEOS LA LA (JPN) (Manhattan Cafe (JPN): Hagi Stakes, Kyoto, L.). KITTEN IN THE SKY (JPN) (Dance In The Dark (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£) 2024 52 33 217622 00 2024 data to October By crop Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2022 75 233 217622 00 0 2023 45 From 1 crop of racing age sire of 2 winners of 3 races and £217,622
extended pedigree
1st Dam
BIRD FLOWN (GB) won 1 race at 2 years in France £23,044 and placed 3 times; dam of 2 winners includingSISKIN (USA) (2017 c. by First Defence (USA)), subject stallion
2nd Dam
Silver Star (GB), won 1 race at 2 years in France and £15,549 and placed twice including third in Prix Coronation, Saint-Cloud, L.; Own sister to XAAR (GB); dam of 11 winners includingBARSANTI (IRE) (g by Champs Elysees (GB)), won 5 races at 4 and 6 years and £292,057 including Buckhounds Stakes, Ascot, L., placed 16 times including second in Hardwicke Stakes, Ascot, Gr.2, Silver Cup Stakes, York, L. (twice). RISING TORNADO (USA), won 1 race at 3 years in France; dam of winners CLOSE HATCHES (USA), Champion older mare in U.S.A in 2014, won Personal Ensign Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1, Ogden Phipps Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, Apple Blossom Handicap, Oaklawn Park, Gr.1, Cotillion Stakes, Parx Racing, Gr.1, Mother Goose Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1, placed second in Breeders' Cup Distaff, Santa Anita, Gr.1 and Acorn Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1; dam of TACITUS (USA) won Suburban Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.2 Wood Memorial Stakes, Aqueduct, Gr.2, Tampa Bay Derby, Tampa Bay Downs, Gr.2 placed second in Woodward Handicap Saratoga, Gr.1 Travers Stakes Saratoga Gr.1 and Belmont Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.1; sire SCYLLA (USA) won Fleur de Lis Stakes Churchill Downs, Gr.2 second in Ballerina Handicap Saratoga, Gr.1 and Clement L. Hirsch Stakes, Del Mar Gr.1, BATTEN DOWN (USA), won Ohio Derby, Thistledown, Gr.3
LOCKDOWN (USA) won Busanda Stakes Aqueduct, second in Mother Goose Stakes, Belmont Park, Gr.2 and third in Cotillion Stakes, Parx Racing, Gr.1 and Kentucky Oaks, Churchill Downs, Gr.1; dam of IDIOMATIC (USA), Champion older mare in U.S.A in 2023, won Breeders Cup Distaff, Santa Anita, Gr.1, La Troienne Stakes, Churchill Downs, Gr.1, Spinster Stakes, Keeneland, Gr.1 (twice), Personal Ensign Stakes, Saratoga, Gr.1 Hail (USA), winner in U.S.A. and placed third in Busanda Stakes, Aqueduct
3rd Dam
MONROE (USA), Joint 3rd top rated 2yr old filly in Ireland in 1979, won 3 races at 2 and 3 years including Ballyogan Stakes, Leopardstown, Gr.3, placed second in Phoenix Stakes, Phoenix Park, Gr.1, Mulcahy Stakes, Phoenix Park, Gr.3; Own sister to GIELGUD (USA), MALINOWSKI (USA) and Minnie Hauk (USA); dam of 14 winners includingXAAR (GB), Champion 2yr old in Europe in 1997, Champion 3yr old in Europe in 1998 (9.5-10.5f.), won 5 races at 2 and 3 years at home and in France including Dewhurst Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.1, Prix de la Salamandre, ParisLongchamp Gr.1 placed second in Eclipse Stakes, Sandown, Gr.1; sire
MASTERCLASS (USA), Joint 3rd top rated 2yr old in France in 1990, Joint 4th top rated 2yr old in Europe in 1990 won 4 races at 2 to 4 years in France and in U.S.A. including Prix Quincey, Deauville Gr.3 second in Grand Critérium, ParisLongchamp Gr.1 and Prix Maurice de Gheest, Deauville Gr.2; sire
DIESE (USA) won 4 races at 3 and 4 years in France including Prix Corrida Saint-Cloud Gr.3 Prix de la Pépinière, ParisLongchamp, L.; dam of winners SENURE (USA) won Clement L Hirsch MemTurf Championship Santa Anita, Gr.1 United Nations Handicap Monmouth Park, Gr.1; sire
SEATONE (USA), 1 race at 3 years in France; dam of PROSPEROUS VOYAGE (IRE), 3 races at 2 to 4 years, 2023 including Falmouth Stakes, Newmarket, Gr.1, placed second in 1000 Guineas, Newmarket, Gr.1
FIVE FIELDS (USA), 1 race at 3 years; grandam of CIRCLE OF FIRE (GB), 3 races at 2 and 4 years, 2023/24 at home and in Australia including Sydney Cup, Randwick, Gr.1 and Chairman's Quality Handicap, Randwick, Gr.2
ILE DE JINSKY (USA), won 4 races in U.S.A. including River City Handicap, Churchill Downs, L., placed third in Fayette Handicap, Keeneland, Gr.2; sire
Didicoy (USA), won 3 races and placed second in Pearl Sprint, Phoenix Park, L. and third in Waterford Candelabra Stakes, Goodwood, Gr.3; dam of winners
DIDINA (GB), 5 races at home and in U.S.A including Dahlia Handicap, Hollywood Park, Gr.2, third in Gamely Handicap, Hollywood Park, Gr.1 Stardom (GB), unraced; dam of winners
TRICK OF LIGHT (GB), 6 races at 3, 5 and 6 years at home and in Australia including Queen of the South Stakes, Morphettville, Gr.2
Unbridled's Song (USA) (1993)
BTW 118 BTW
First Defence (USA) (b 2004) 14BTW
Honest Lady (USA) (1996) BTW 4BTW
Oasis Dream (GB) (2000)
BTW 141 BTW
Bird Flown (GB) (b. 2011) 1BTW
Silver Star (GB) (1996) BTP 1BTW
Unbridled (USA) 48 BTW Fappiano Gana Facil
Trolley Song (USA) 1BTW Caro Lucky Spell
Seattle Slew (USA) 112BTW Bold Reasoning My Charmer
Toussaud (USA) 5BTW El Gran Senor Image of Reality
Green Desert (USA) 97 BTW Danzig Foreign Courier
Hope (IRE) 3BTW Dancing Brave Bahamian
Zafonic (USA) 57 BTW Gone West Zaizafon
Monroe (USA) 4BTW Sir Ivor Best In Show
UndefeatedIrish2000 Guineas-G1winner
Won5racesinarow fromthedebut.
BytheForegoHandicap-G1 winnerFirstDefence, sonofUnbridled’sSong.
Firstcrop2YOTeleosLaLa wontheHagiStakes-L.
suaverichard (JPN)
racingcareer
Total186 34 2£6,591,898
Winning distances at 2 years and over 9f-12½f
At 2 Won Maiden Special Weight, Hanshin, (10f beating Piscadela (JPN) and Red Climb (JPN)), second in Tokyo Sports Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3, (to Bless Journey (JPN))
At 3 Won Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2, (12½f. beating Sole Impact (JPN) and Seda Brillantes (JPN)), Kyodo News Service Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, (9f. beating Etre Digne (JPN) and Move The World (JPN)), second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Rey De Oro (JPN)), fourth in Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1, (to Kitasan Black (JPN))
At 4 Won Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.1, (10f beating Persian Knight (JPN) and Al Ain (JPN)) Kinko Sho, Chukyo Gr.2 (10f beating Satono Noblesse (JPN) and Satono Diamond (JPN)), third in Longines Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Almond Eye (JPN)), Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, (to Mozu Ascot (USA)).
At 5 Won Longines Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 (12f beating Curren Bouquetd'or (JPN) and Wagnerian (JPN)), third in Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, (to Lys Gracieux (JPN)), Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1, (to Old Persian (GB)), fourth in Nakayama Kinen Nakayama, Gr.2 (to Win Bright (JPN)).
extended pedigree
1st Dam
PIRRAMIMMA (USA), ran twice in Japan at 3 years; dam of 8 winners includingSUAVE RICHARD (JPN) (2014 c. by Heart's Cry (JPN)), subject stallion. Bandwagon (JPN) (2011 c. by White Muzzle (GB)), won 4 races at 2, 5 and 6 years in Japan and £434,287, placed second in Kisaragi Sho, Kyoto, Gr.3; sire NANYOCANON(JPN)(2010 f. by Fuji Kiseki (JPN)), won 4 races at 3, 4 and 6 years in Japan and £438,623 and placed 9 times; dam of winners. Nanyo Ivory (JPN) (f by Lord Kanaloa (JPN)), winner in Japan and placed third in Marine Cup, Funabashi, L.R.
2nd Dam
CAREER COLLECTION (USA), won 5 races in U.S.A. including Sorrento Stakes, Del Mar, Gr.2, Landaluce Stakes, Hollywood, Gr.2, California Cup Juvenile Fillies Stakes, Santa Anita L. second in Breeders' Cup Juv. Fillies, Hollywood, Gr.1; dam of 5 winners includingCOSMOLICENCE(JPN),won 1 race at 3 years in Japan; dam of winners. Le Timbre (JPN) winner in Japan, second in Wasurenagusa Sho, Hanshin, L. best progeny
REGALEIRA (JPN) (Harbinger (GB): Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, third in Ivy Stakes, Tokyo, L.).
URBAN CHIC (JPN) (Harbinger (GB): Kikuka Sho (Japanese St.Leger), Kyoto, Gr.1, Asahi Hai St Lite Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3, fourth in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1).
ADMIRE BELLE (JPN) (Numerous (USA): Sankei Sports Sho Flora Stakes, Gr.2).
SWEEP FEET (JPN) (Deep Sky (JPN): Tulip Sho, Hanshin, Gr.2, second in Elfin Stakes, Kyoto, L., fourth in Oka Sho (1000 Guineas), Hanshin, Gr.1). CORAZON BEAT (JPN) (Orfevre (JPN): Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2, second in Hochi Hai Fillies' Revue, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, Gr.1). Power Hall (JPN) (Commands (AUS): second in Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3, third in Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3).
Namura Hooker (JPN) (Rulership (JPN): third in Daily Hai Nisai Stakes, Kyoto, Gr.2, Shirayuri Stakes, Kyoto, L.).
SPARK RICHARD (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): 2 races and £135,142 2024) VAL D'ORCIA (JPN) (Redattore (BRZ): 2 races and £167,959, 2024), BENSALEM (JPN) (King Kamehameha (JPN): 2 races and £140,746, 2024) DAVID TESORO (JPN) (Camelot (GB): 2 races and £94,422, 2024), SHOWMAN FLEET (JPN) (Siyouni (FR): 2 races and £158,629, 2024), SUBMARINER (JPN) (Bernardini (USA): 2 races and £121,515, 2024), VELOCIRAPTOR (JPN) (Giant's Causeway (USA): 2 races and £146,991, 2023), CHUWA CAREER (JPN) (South Vigorous (USA): 2 races and £107,666, 2024), ASTRIT (JPN) (War Emblem (USA): 2 races and £5,174, 2024), SUNRISE TERRACE (JPN) (Song of Wind (JPN): 2 races and £5,229, 2024), PLASMA (JPN) (French Deputy (USA): 1 race and £60,188, 2024), CITRAL (JPN) (Awesome Again (CAN): 1 race and £59,793, 2023), ST KILDA (JPN) (King's Best (USA): 1 race and £61,106, 2023), CHAPALU (JPN) (Symboli Kris S (USA): 1 race and £41,300, 2023), REIWA SANSAN (JPN) (Forest Camp (USA): 1 race and £40,799, 2023), REVE BRILLIANT (JPN) (Lord Kanaloa (JPN): 1 race and £40,098, 2024), DONA VENUS (JPN) (Shamardal (USA): 1 race and £85,934, 2023), ECO TAILOR (JPN) (Dylan Thomas (IRE): 1 race and £72,477, 2024), POTOMAC TESORO (JPN) (Scat Daddy (USA): 1 race and £74,148, 2024).
stud record
By season Japanese Racing Racing Elsewhere Racing MoneyMoney
Year Rnrs Wnrs Wins PlacesWon (£)WinsWon (£) 2023 67 21 26 54 26240640 0 2024 1003236663451774 00
Sire of the winners of 62 races and 6075838plus 00 2024 data to October.
By crop Japanese RacingRacing Elsewhere Crop MoneyMoney
Year Foals Rnrs Wnrs WinsPlaces Won (£) Wnrs Wins Won (£) 2021 82 75 40 58 113 57679540 00 2022 64 27 447 307884 00 0 2023 55 From 2 crops of racing age sire of 44 winners of 62 races and £6,075,838
sire reference
By HEART'S CRY (JPN) (2001-Stud 2007), Champion older horse in Japan in 2005, Top rated older stayer in U.A E. in 2006, Won 5 races, £4,681,005, 10f.12½f., Dubai Sheema Classic, Nad Al Sheba, Gr.1, Arima Kinen, Nakayama, L., Kyoto Shimbun Hai, Kyoto, L., Wakaba Stakes, Hanshin, L., second in Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Sankei Osaka Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes, Ascot, Gr.1 Sire ofCONTINUOUS (JPN) (St Leger, Doncaster, Gr.1, Great Voltigeur Stakes, York, Gr.2, Royal Whip Stakes, Curragh, Gr.3, Prix Thomas Bryon, Saint-Cloud, Gr.3). DO DEUCE (JPN) (Arima Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.1, Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, Kyoto Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.2, second in Hochi Hai Yayoi Sho Deep Impact Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, third in Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas), Nakayama, Gr.1, fourth in Japan Cup, Gr.1).
SALIOS (JPN) (Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, Hanshin, Gr.1, Mainichi Okan, Tokyo, Gr.2 (twice), Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby) Tokyo, Gr.1 Satsuki Sho (2000 Guineas) Nakayama, Gr.1 third in Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, The Hong Kong Mile, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
SUAVE RICHARD (JPN) (subject stallion).
YOSHIDA (JPN) (NYRA Bets Woodward Stakes, Saratoga Gr.1 Old Forester Turf Classic Churchill Downs, Gr.1 Hill Prince Stakes Belmont Park, Gr.3; sire).
CHEVAL GRAND (JPN) (Japan Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1 Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2 Hanshin Daishoten, Gr.2 second in Dubai Sheema Classic Meydan Gr.1 Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice); sire).
ONE AND ONLY (JPN) (Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1, Kobe Shimbun Hai, Hanshin, Gr.2, third in Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, Meydan, Gr.1; sire)
JUST A WAY (JPN) (Dubai Duty Free Stakes, Meydan, Gr.1, Yasuda Kinen, Tokyo, Gr.1, Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire).
TIME FLYER (JPN) (Hopeful Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.1, Elm Stakes, Sapporo, Gr.3).
ADMIRE RAKTI (JPN) (Caulfield Cup, Gr.1, Diamond Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.3).
LYS GRACIEUX (JPN) (Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix), Nakayama, Gr.1, Ladbrokes WS Cox Plate, Moonee Valley, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1, Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1, second in Hong Kong Vase, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
NUOVO RECORD (JPN) (Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2, second in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1 (twice))
CHUCK NATE (JPN) (American Jockey Club Cup, Nakayama, Gr.2).
SUAVE ARAMIS (JPN) (Tokai TV Hai Tokai Stakes, Chukyo, Gr.2).
HISHI IGUAZU (JPN) (Nakayama Kinen, Nakayama, Gr.2 (twice), Nikkan Sports Sho Nakayama Kimpai, Gr.3, second in The Hong Kong Cup, Sha Tin, Gr.1).
WIN VARIATION (JPN) (Nikkei Sho, Nakayama, Gr.2, TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial) Tokyo, Gr.2 second in Tokyo Yushun (Derby), Tokyo, Gr.1; sire)
VICTIPHARUS (JPN) (Fuji TV Sho Spring Stakes, Nakayama, Gr.2).
GO FOR THE SUMMIT (JPN) (TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Derby Trial) Tokyo, Gr.2).
FAME GAME (JPN) (Meguro Kinen, Tokyo Gr.2 Copa Republica Argentina, Tokyo, Gr.2 second in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1).
CURREN MIROTIC (JPN) (Kinko Sho, Chukyo Gr.2 second in Tenno Sho (Spring Emperor's Cup), Kyoto, Gr.1, Takarazuka Kinen, Hanshin, Gr.1).
CAPOTE STAR (JPN) (Nikkei Shinshun Hai, Kyoto Gr.2).
GUSTAVE CRY (JPN) (Hanshin Daishoten, Hanshin, Gr.2).
MEISHO MIMOSA (JPN) (Sankei Sports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes, Gr.2).
SHADOW DIVA (JPN) (Fuchu Himba Stakes, Tokyo, Gr.2).
NO ONE (JPN) (Hochi Hai Revue (Fillies Guineas Trial), Hanshin, Gr.2).
GRATIAS (JPN) (Keisei Hai, Nakayama, Gr.3).
DANON BELUGA (JPN) (Kyodo News Hai, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Dubai Turf, Meydan, Gr.1, third in Tenno Sho (Autumn Emperor's Cup), Tokyo, Gr.1).
CATEDRAL (JPN) (Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Nakayama, Gr.3, Toki Stakes, Niigata, L., third in NHK Mile Cup, Tokyo, Gr.1).
HARPER (JPN) (Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, second in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1, third in Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Kyoto, Gr.1).
ADMIRE MIYABI (JPN) (Daily Hai Queen Cup, Tokyo, Gr.3, third in Yushun Himba (Oaks), Tokyo, Gr.1).
MAGIC TIME (JPN) (Lord Derby Challenge Trophy, Nakayama, Gr.3).
SUNDARBANS (JPN) (Laurel R.C. Sho Nakayama Himba Stakes, Gr.3).
MATENRO LEO (JPN) (Kisaragi Sho, Chukyo, Gr.3).
Sunday Silence (USA) (1986) BTW 172 BTW
Halo (USA) 60 BTW Hail To Reason Cosmah
Wishing Well (USA) 1BTW Understanding Mountain Flower
Heart's Cry (JPN) (b 2001) 69BTW
Pirramimma (USA) (b. 2005) 1BTW
Irish Dance (JPN) (1990) BTW 1BTW Tony Bin 30 BTW Kampala Severn Bridge
Buper Dance (USA) 1BTW Lyphard My Bupers
Unbridled's Song (USA) (1993)
BTW 118 BTW
Career Collection (USA) (1995) BTW
Unbridled (USA) 48 BTW Fappiano Gana Facil
Trolley Song (USA) 1BTW Caro Lucky Spell
General Meeting (USA) 25 BTW Seattle Slew Alydar's Promise
River of Stars (USA) 1BTW Riverman Star Fortune