“Lot of Attention”: As Equinox Clinches Victory, Japan Cup Trainer Sends Heartfelt Message to Fans

The equestrian community had good news. The much-awaited showdown has got a great update to share with the equestrian world.  Equinox, the world’s top-ranked horse, claimed victory at the 43rd Japan Cup. This update left spectators in awe of its remarkable performance. 

Furthermore guided by the skilled hands of Frenchman Christophe Lemaire, the 4-year-old Equinox surged ahead, crossing the 2,400 meters of turf at Tokyo Racecourse in a breathtaking 2 minutes and 21.8 seconds. The triumph not only secured Equinox’s dominance in the race but also etched its name in history by tying a record—six consecutive victories in G1 races. Along similar lines, the trainer of Equinox has shared impactful words with horse racing enthusiasts that have shaken the fans.

Unleashing unprecedented speed

The post has his video which says, “Equinox is prepared to run a big race and I  know there will be a lot of attention on him. To everyone all over the world I would love for you to support Equinox today”. The video was accompanied by the caption, “message from EQUINOX’s trainer Tetsuya Kimura to his fans all over the world.” The final furlong witnessed Equinox careering away to a triumphant victory. 

The Japan Cup unfolded as a saga of speed and strategy, with Panthalassa, the loose leader, making a daring front-running move, captivating the audience with a double-digit lead. However, Equinox, biding his time in the third position, had Tokyo straight in his sights. As Panthalassa extended his lead to an impressive 15 to 20 lengths, Equinox, sired by the 2016 Japan Cup winner Kitasan Black took the moment. 

In a masterful surge, Equinox effortlessly gathered up Panthalassa, leaving the once-formidable leader running on empty. Following this news, On 26th November 2023, a Twitter account named World Horse Racing added a video of the horse trainer, “Tetsuya Kimura”, who was extremely grateful to the fans for their immense support.

Equinox’s pedigree of excellence

Born from the lineage of Kitasan Black and Chateau Blanche, Equinox’s pedigree is a testament to his racing prowess. With Silk Racing Co Ltd as the owner, Equinox’s journey to victory is a collaboration of breeding brilliance and training mastery under the guidance of Tetsuya Kimura. 

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 As Equinox eases into a well-deserved moment of glory, the racing world eagerly awaits the unfolding chapters of this extraordinary saga.

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