Golden Tempo Wins Belmont Stakes in Historic Racing Week Achievement

About this episode

The episode discusses Golden Tempo's historic win at the Belmont Stakes and features insights from Roya Nikkhah on her equestrian journey.

In an exciting week for horse racing, several noteworthy events have captured the attention of enthusiasts around the world. Roya Nikkhah, the Royal Editor for The Sunday Times, shared a glimpse into her equestrian journey, revealing that she received valuable tips from King Charles for her latest horse racing challenge. Nikkhah was seen training on her horse, Hierarchy, at Jamie Osborne's facility in Lambourn, demonstrating her dedication to the sport and the influence of royal guidance on her pursuits. In a remarkable achievement, Golden Tempo triumphed at the Belmont Stakes, adding to its victory at the Kentucky Derby. Ridden by jockey Jose Ortiz, Golden Tempo showcased an impressive last-to-first rally, securing its place in racing history. This victory also marked a significant milestone for DeVaux, who became the first woman to win both the Derby and the Belmont, joining the ranks of Jena Antonucci, a previous winner of the Belmont Stakes. Meanwhile, Reef Runner made headlines with a strong finish in the G1 Jaipur. The horse's performance secured a spot in the upcoming Breeders' Cup, proving its prowess on the track despite some initial challenges with its running style…

People in this episode

Guest: Roya Nikkhah

Topics covered

• horse racing
• Belmont Stakes
• Kentucky Derby
• Jockeys
• female jockeys
• racing achievements

Keywords

• Golden Tempo
• Belmont Stakes
• Kentucky Derby
• Roya Nikkhah
• Jose Ortiz
• DeVaux
• horse racing

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Lambourn

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