The Juddmonte Spinster Stakes has traditionally been one of the most important races in the older female division and the most impactful prep for the Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff.
One of the biggest stories in horse racing over the past year has been the emergence of social media content creator Griffin Johnson as one of the sport’s most active and passionate ambassadors. Johnson first burst on the scene around a year ago after he became a part-owner of Sandman, a talented 2-year-old colt who flashed potential in the fall and winter of 2024.
On Friday at Aqueduct’s “Belmont at the Big A” race meet, 11 talented 2-year-olds will race 1 1/16 miles on turf in the $200,000, Grade 2 Pilgrim Stakes, a “Win and You’re In” qualifying race for the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Oct. 31.
Breeders’ Cup Limited today announced the launch of “The Champion’s Ticket,” awarding one fortunate fan and their guest with the ultimate VIP journey – an all-expenses-paid trip to both the 2026 Breeders’ Cup World Championships at Keeneland Race Course and the 2027 Championships at the newly reimagined Belmont Park. Two second prize winners will win tickets to the 2026 edition at Keeneland.
Forever Young made short work of seven opponents Oct. 1 at Funabashi Racecourse in his dress rehearsal for a return engagement in the $7 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic.
