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Now, a little background on Astronomer: she was a genius who almost always finished first or second, and retired in her Classic Year at age three.
After retiring, Astronomer also had offspring all over Europe. As a stud, she sired more than a hundred famous horses that won GI races.
As mentioned earlier, Star of Kaido ranked among the top three turf racers of the new century and was number one at middle distances. That was because monsters in other distances had achieved even more astonishing feats than Sea Star.
65. I hope Platinum finishes in the top three and makes me a backup dancer?
The British Epsom Derby, at the racetrack.
The audience numbered well over a hundred thousand, filling the stands to a truly staggering degree.
Among them were Asian spectators who had come to support Platinum, as well as European fans who regarded Astronomer as the pride of Europe.
Of course, Astronomer's supporters had an overwhelming advantage, making her the undisputed number one fan favorite!
"Astronomer!! Astronomer!! Astronomer!"
"Astronomer... I don't know why, but all the idol Uma Musume I like are supporting her. They've even got their fan groups cheering her on. She's way too popular!"
"Astronomer, you're the pride of Europe! Show those second- and third-rate country bumpkin Uma Musume what a true world-class racer is!"
"Guaah, we love you, Astronomer!"
"If that Platinum has the guts to try anything, Astronomer, you can deal with