MIRACLE UPDATE 
Just had the trainer report in on Miracle Rouge. That was a hard race, but there are no health problems, and not even a need for a recovery break - this is a tough cookie! She will stay at the stables in training, while plans are drawn up for her next outing...

Going through the post-race facts and figures makes interesting reading, too. Her time for the last three furlongs was 34.9, which was the same as the winner, and faster than the other three horses that finished in front of her, despite her losing a lot of energy catching the field after her poor start. Add in the uphill finish at Nakayama and the doubts on her staying power can be brushed aside. With a bit more muscle and a bit more training, this will be a horse to watch out for in the future.