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Long Shot Ethical Diamond Shatters Turf Record at Breeders' Cup

11/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Ethical Diamond, trained by Willie Mullins, won the Breeders' Cup Turf at Del Mar, California, as a 27-1 long shot, setting a course record of 2:25.45.
Ethical Diamond surged from the back to finish 1 1/4 lengths ahead of Rebel's Romance.
Mullins initially planned to enter the Melbourne Cup.
Medical issues excluded the horse.
The win boosted Ethical Diamond's earnings to $3,121,001.

History

Historical Context

The Breeders' Cup, established in 1984 to enhance horse racing's profile, has evolved significantly, with events like the 2021 Turf race showcasing Ethical Diamond's record-setting victory in 2:25.45. This win, contributing to the horse's earnings of over $3 million, reflects the increasing financial stakes and innovations in training within the sport, highlighting its ongoing transformation.

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Story summary

Ethical Diamond, trained by Willie Mullins, won the Breeders' Cup Turf at Del Mar, California, as a 27-1 long shot, setting a course record of 2:25.45.
Ethical Diamond surged from the back to finish 1 1/4 lengths ahead of Rebel's Romance.
Mullins initially planned to enter the Melbourne Cup.
Medical issues excluded the horse.
The win boosted Ethical Diamond's earnings to $3,121,001.

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