News Summary:
Forever Young remained safe in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on March 2, 2026, where horses were preparing for the March 28 Dubai World Cup (G1) at Meydan Racecourse amid escalating conflict in neighboring Middle East countries. Previously, on February 10, Japan aimed for back-to-back victories in the Group 2 USD$2 million 1351 Turf Sprint, with Panja Tower (JPN) competing at King Abdulaziz Racecourse. Earlier, on February 5, Kyoko Maekawa, Japan's first female training license holder, targeted the $20 million Group 1 Saudi Cup with Sunrise Zipangu (JPN) at King Abdulaziz Racecourse. This followed the January 20 ranking of the Japan Cup, which shared the title of the world's best race with the Champion Stakes, after Calandagan's wins in both events. On January 4, the Japan Racing Association (JRA) announced a 5.2% increase in annual wagering for 2025, reaching ¥3,505,966,878,300 (approximately US$22.26 billion) across 288 race meetings, marking the 14th consecutive year of growth, though still below the 1997 record.
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