Japan's superstar white racehorse Sodashi will have a new jockey for the first time when she makes her racetrack return at Tokyo in May.

Read the definitive interview with Japan's superstar jockey Yutaka Take, whose fame transcends horse racing in his country.

Trainer Naosuke Sugai speaks to the Report's Michael Cox about what his three biggest stars, Gold Ship, Just A Way and Sodashi, have taught him and how horses are the real stars of the JRA.

Trainer Naosuke Sugai speaks to the Report's Michael Cox about what his three biggest stars, Gold Ship, Just A Way and Sodashi, have taught him and how horses are the real stars of the JRA.

Trainer Naosuke Sugai speaks to the Report's Michael Cox about what his three biggest stars, Gold Ship, Just A Way and Sodashi, have taught him and how horses are the real stars of the JRA.

Star British rider Hollie Doyle took time out on a low-key afternoon at Ripon races to share her enthusiasm for Japan and a desire to improve on her debut experience there.

Hong Kong’s riding great Joao Moreira is suffering mental stress as he works through painful physical rehabilitation far from his family.

Joe Fujii suffered terrible injuries in a racefall in April and has seen his young family once since, but has retained his goal-setting mindset in the face of adversity.

The champion Brazilian jockey is in top form at home and his ‘global farewell tour’ is gaining support after he was booked on a leading chance in the world’s richest race.

Read our immersive illustrated feature documenting the extraordinary career arc of the JRA's superstar jockey Christophe Lemaire.

Asian Racing Report’s Michael Cox spent Arima Kinen weekend finding out what makes Japanese fans tick as they endured a freezing night for a front row chance to see their heroes.

On the date when, fable has it, Father Christmas’s antlered coursers spring magically into flight, it is fitting that Japan’s greatest jumps horse will leap the Nakayama fences one last time.

It is normal for Japanese horses, including champions, to race for multiple seasons and the rest of the world would do well to follow suit to improve competition and build fan connections.

Joe Fujii grew up a fan of Craig Williams and this week the Australian rider took the opportunity to visit the injured jockey.

The suspension of Belgian jockey Christophe Soumillon has opened up a spot for Australian jockey Damian Lane during a lucrative few weeks of the JRA schedule.

Mitsumasa Nakauchida has long known that Liberty Island possesses rare talent but the filly’s stunning Classic win under Yuga Kawada went beyond what he had envisaged

Japan’s five-time champion rider’s passion for his adopted country, fashion and racing intersect with a new brand he hopes can shift perception of the sport he loves.

It is normal for Japanese horses, including champions, to race for multiple seasons and the rest of the world would do well to follow suit to improve competition and build fan connections.

Four-time Hong Kong champion Joao Moreira hasn’t ridden since his aborted early season return but has committed to ride a pair of Japanese-trained hopes at next month’s flagship Sha Tin meeting.

The Arc winner faces more than a day of air travel to Tokyo but with the mare maintaining her form and the JRA making it a worthwhile venture, connections are happy to take the challenge.

「金鎗六十」的遠征計劃一直是本地馬圈的關注點之一，現時這匹香港馬王計劃繞過杜拜並遠征日本。

On a quixotic quest to change the path of Australian bookmaking, Combet’s Jake Howard has built a betting product unlike anything the wagering industry has seen.

The business of bookmaking is booming in Australia, helping prove the maxim that you don’t go broke underestimating the intelligence of your audience.

Joao Moreira will replace champion jockey Yuga Kawada on Japan's classy G1 Dubai Turf contending four-year-old Danon Beluga on March 25.

Sodashi is at the forefront of a surge in popularity among young racefans – and they are bringing their dads back to the races with them.

Adrian Webber caught up with Joe Fujii for this week’s Keiba Diary as the popular jockey continues to readjust to home life with his wife and children after suffering severe spinal injuries in a race...

Tom Marquand is working hard to consolidate his status at home as the star jockey eyes a Melbourne spring and another winter in Japan.

Joe Fujii was back at the races on Sunday for the first time since a life-changing accident in April and continues to work hard at his rehabilitation.

Hong Kong’s five-time champion jockey Zac Purton is making arrangements to ride a summer spell in Japan for the first time in eight years.

A sixth JRA champion jockey title is a high priority for French star Christophe Lemaire, as is adding to Equinox’s already impressive haul of Group 1 wins.

The mind games have begun before Sunday's Hong Kong Cup as Jack D’Or’s jockey Yutaka Take – who in breaking news now owns a smartphone – suggests Panthalassa may not get his own way in front.

Godolphin’s man in Japan Harry Sweeney has paid tribute to his veterinary staff and pinch-hitting hoop Ryusei Sakai after Lemon Pop’s breakthrough at the top level. The Dubai Golden Shaheen, five...

The young British-based rider could opt to further enhance his international profile with another visit to Japan at this year’s end.

The Triple Tiara is the focus for the outstanding filly, and while no decision has yet been made about the Japan Cup, the thought of a showdown with Equinox is tantalising.

Trainer Naosuke Sugai speaks to the Report's Michael Cox about what his three biggest stars, Gold Ship, Just A Way and Sodashi, have taught him and how horses are the real stars of the JRA.