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Historic Wins: Female Trainer Makes Japanese Racing History!

3/27/2025

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Manny Franco and Mike Smith step in for injured jockeys in the Florida Derby on March 29, bringing fresh hope to Sovereignty and Madaket Road. Aidan O’Brien raises concerns about The Lion In Winter and Lake Victoria ahead of the Guineas. In a groundbreaking moment, Kyoko Maekawa becomes Japan's first female JRA trainer to celebrate a victory.

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Manny Franco and Mike Smith step in for injured jockeys in the Florida Derby on March 29, bringing fresh hope to Sovereignty and Madaket Road. Aidan O’Brien raises concerns about The Lion In Winter and Lake Victoria ahead of the Guineas. In a groundbreaking moment, Kyoko Maekawa becomes Japan's first female JRA trainer to celebrate a victory.