American horses could have a tough time in the Emirates Airlines Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf (gr. I). Not only is European invader Midday back to defend her title, Japan has sent a formidable adversary in Red Desire.
A group I winner in her native Japan, 4-year-old Red
Desire is the wealthiest entry in the Filly & Mare Turf, with
earnings of $3,600,782. That surpasses Midday’s $2,313,511 as well as
the bankroll of the 2008 winner, Forever Together, who has earned
$2,957,639. Forever Together finished third in last year’s edition and
is back for a third attempt.
Red Desire is also the most well-traveled of the
11-horse field. After seven starts in her native country, she won a
group II race in Dubai prior to attempting this year’s Dubai World Cup
(UAE-I), where she finished 11th.
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