In this instalment of Stable Tours, TTR chatted with Tom Charlton, who trains with John O'Shea, to learn about the campaigns of proven performers Napoleonic, Linebacker and King Pedro, as well as gain insight into the stable's exciting young emerging stock.

Stable Tours: A young, exciting and unexposed team ahead of the spring for O'Shea/Charlton

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For Kit Brooks of KB Bloodstock, breaking in young thoroughbreds and playing polo are two sides of the same horsemanship coin, with patience, communication and adaptability underpinning a busy Cambridge operation built around individual horses and their needs.


Brooks on owners, trainers and trust in the breaking-in process: ‘They need to work with you and the horse’

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Yangzi River, the 3-year-old full sister to G2 Silver Slipper winner Ameena, won on debut on Saturday. She’s the most expensive yearling by Tassort to date at $550,000. It’s one of Emirates Park Stud’s best families, and Yangzi River looks like she’s going to add to the family’s depth. 

Yangzi River keeps Emirates Park's good family rolling

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Sun Goddess became the first filly to win the G1 Phoenix Stakes for Aidan O’Brien, who has won the race with 17 colts. In France, Samangan became the Aga Khan Stud’s first G1 Prix Maurice de Gheest victory, while Tiffany added a valuable Group 1 to her record in Germany.

International News: Sun Goddess marches clear among juveniles

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Foal Showcase

2026 Stallion Parades

2026 Announced Stallion Fees

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Looking Ahead - August 11

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2YO & 3YO Winners by Sire

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Second Season Sire Runners & Results

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Australian General Sires' Premiership

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