November 16, 2025 / Updated November 16, 2025
On November 16, 2025, at Kyoto Racecourse, the 50th Queen Elizabeth II Cup (G1) was decisively won by the favorite, Regaleira, with a stunning late surge. Last year’s Arima Kinen champion proved her class, clinching her third G1 victory. This article breaks down the race results, fan reactions, and future prospects.
- Article Highlights
- Table of Contents
- The Grand Prix Champion’s Authority: Regaleira Claims the Queen’s Throne
- Online Reactions: “Too Strong,” “A Class Apart” — Fans Praise Regaleira’s Run
- A Decisive Win with Jockey Keita Tosaki! The Victor’s Interview Creates a Buzz
- Next Up: The Arima Kinen? Hopes Rise for Horse of the Year
Article Highlights
- The favorite, Regaleira, won the 2025 Queen Elizabeth II Cup.
- She delivered a breathtaking performance, overtaking the front-runners with a powerful burst from the outside on the final stretch.
- This victory marks her third G1 win, following the Hopeful Stakes and the Arima Kinen.
- Anticipation is building for a consecutive win at the Arima Kinen and a potential selection as Horse of the Year.
Table of Contents
- [Race Results] The Grand Prix Champion’s Authority: Regaleira Claims the Queen’s Throne
- Online Reactions: “Too Strong,” “A Class Apart” — Fans Praise Regaleira’s Run
- A Decisive Win with Jockey Keita Tosaki! The Victor’s Interview Creates a Buzz
- Next Up: The Arima Kinen? Hopes Rise for Horse of the Year
The Grand Prix Champion’s Authority: Regaleira Claims the Queen’s Throne
As the race began with horses jostling for position, Regaleira settled mid-pack on the outside. Swinging wide around the final turn into the home stretch, she unleashed a finishing kick on another level, effortlessly sweeping past the leading pack. Her overwhelming performance drew gasps and cheers from countless racing fans.
This victory marks Regaleira’s third G1 title, following her wins in the 2023 Hopeful Stakes and the Arima Kinen.
Online Reactions: “Too Strong,” “A Class Apart” — Fans Praise Regaleira’s Run
Immediately after the race, internet forums were flooded with comments celebrating Regaleira’s victory.
- “Her finishing kick was just different.”
- “Her ability is on another plane lol”
- “Incredible how she closed from the outside.”
- “She’s running on a different engine.”
- “A commanding performance, just overpowering them with pure strength!”
Many described her winning style as “yokozuna-level dominance” and “practically cheating.” However, there were also more measured takes commenting on the quality of the field, such as, “The competition was too weak,” and “Well, against this lineup…”
A Decisive Win with Jockey Keita Tosaki! The Victor’s Interview Creates a Buzz
Jockey Keita Tosaki’s masterful ride also garnered significant praise. Comments included, “He and Regaleira are a perfect match,” and “For Tosaki to win a Kansai G1 on the favorite is a testament to how amazing Regaleira is.” Some fans also drew comparisons to her former jockey, Christophe Lemaire.
Furthermore, jockey Tosaki’s “Very, very horse” comment in the post-race interview made a comeback, becoming a beloved inside joke among fans.
Next Up: The Arima Kinen? Hopes Rise for Horse of the Year
This dominant victory has turned fans’ attention to the year-end grand prix, the Arima Kinen.
- “She’s a shoo-in for a repeat Arima Kinen win.”
- “If she wins the Arima, she’s a lock for Horse of the Year, right?”
- “She’ll definitely top the fan vote for the Arima Kinen.”
Comments like these were widespread, fueling excitement for the first-ever back-to-back Arima Kinen victory by a mare and her potential selection as Horse of the Year. Having demonstrated her superior class as a grand prix champion, all eyes are now on what Regaleira will achieve in her next race.
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