Unstoppable Romantic Warrior Claims Hong Kong Gold Cup, Sets New World Prize Money Record, Eyes Triple Crown
In the G1 Hong Kong Gold Cup held at Sha Tin Racecourse in Hong Kong, local hero Romantic Warrior delivered a dominant performance to claim victory, etching his name deeper into racing history. The small field of six runners seemed an easy stage for the 8-year-old, who maintained a flawless "Yokozuna-style" race from start to finish. In the final stretch, he effortlessly left his rivals behind, securing a stunning win by a wide margin. Romantic Warrior, positioned third during the race, surged forward in the final straight, turning it into a one-horse show. He galloped with an ease reminiscent of a training video, crossing the finish line with a significant lead over the second-place Enssuod. This victory marked his 13th G1 win and put him on the cusp of achieving the Hong Kong Triple Crown, following his consecutive win from the Stewards' Cup. He also secured the title of Hong Kong Two-Crown Champion. With this win, Romantic Warrior's total prize money surpassed 5.1 ...