The Breeder’s Cup is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after races for enthusiasts in the equestrian community. The annually held event dates back decades, welcoming the best of the participants in the industry. This year, Santa Anita Park, California will host the 40th edition of the World Championships on November 3rd and 4th; as Grade I Thoroughbreds from across the world, expect to make their presence over a period of 2 days.

The 2023 season will consist of $31 million in purses and awards across 14 races. With massive prizes at stake, equines are set to make their way toward the  6 1/2-furlong, downhill course. However, moving away from the crowd, trainer A P O’Brien has a varied opinion in a recent news update on one of his fillies.

Equestrian to consider the well-being of his powerhouse filly

The Irish trainer, A P O’Brien, has had quite a presence in the horse racing industry. Starting in 1996, O’Brien has won a massive number of notable stakes and trained for even more. However, with the Breeders’ Cup drawing to a close, the trainer has stood bold in his decision to stir his 2-year-old filly towards a different direction.

On the 25th of October, a fansite of O’Brien reported that the trainer’s Bay Filly Opera Singer will be missing next week’s Breeder’s Cup. “Aidan said she has had a long season & going to America might be a bridge too far,” the user wrote. The 2-year-old, who debuted in July this year, has 3 wins to her 4 starts; with the latest one being a G I race at the 2023 Prix, Marcel Boussac.

Opera Singer, with her remarkable performance, was a speculated favorite in the upcoming races. But with her aside, O’Brien’s other filly, Content, is expected to bring home favorable results in Fillies Juvenile Turf alongside his coveted team.

O’Brien’s massive battalion at the Breeders’ Cup

The trainer won a total of 3 races at last year’s Breeders’ Cup. According to reports, O’Brien is looking to make an equally stellar or even larger comeback this season. For 2023, 6 of his horses are said to be present on the grounds; led by Auguste Rodin, the 3-year-old winner of the Group 1 Irish Champion Stakes. Another notable name visible on the list would be Warm Heart. The 3-year-old filly has five wins to its name; 5 which constitute Grade 1 stakes.

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Other names include Unquestionable, River Tiber, and Bolshoi Ballet. While Bolshoi Ballet is said to take the Turf, with his recent win at Sword Dancer (G1), Warm Heart will be Filly & Mare Turf. Unquestionable will be joining River Tiber for a start in the Juvenile Turf. With the records his equines hold, O’Brien is speculated to take home 5 wins for the season.

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