Ecoro Duel Makes History with Third Consecutive Nakayama Grand Jump Victory
On April 18, 2026, the JRA Nakayama Grand Jump (JG1) concluded with a historic win by Ecoro Duel, ridden by Taro Kusano. As the heavy 1.5-odds favorite, the horse secured its third straight victory in the race, becoming only the third horse in history to achieve this feat. The dominant performance sparked a frenzy on social media, with fans praising the horse as 'too strong' and a 'monster.' The race showcased Ecoro Duel's clear superiority. Footage from the jockey camera mounted on Taro Kusano, released on the official JRA YouTube channel, captured the jockey repeatedly shouting 'Strong!' and 'Wonderful!' after each successful jump, highlighting the effortless coordination between horse and rider. By the final stretch, Ecoro Duel had extended its lead, crossing the finish line with a decisive gap over the runner-up, Dinasta. Fans were left in awe, describing the performance as 'goosebump-inducing' and noting that the horse appeared to have n...