"Come on, there are still a bunch of people waiting for us over there!"
After Golden Masterpiece won the Tokyo Yushun, Ayano Aoe felt more confident than ever.
She had chosen the right jockey.
Koichi Sasaki used a Closer running style this time, and the results spoke for themselves.
"Shouldn't I change my clothes first?"
Koichi looked down at his mud-stained clothes.
Taking photos like this felt a little disrespectful to the people waiting for them.
"Don't worry, Sasaki. Those stains are your medals of victory. I'm sure none of them would dare complain. We also need to move a little faster because of the rain today. Once the photos are done, you'll have to head straight over for the interview."
The Assistant smiled as she held up the umbrella.
A resounding victory like this was enough to silence anyone.
Sasaki had really worked hard today. Not only had he endured immense pressure, but he was now covered in muddy water.
"All right, then."
Koichi handed the reins to Yosuke, then hurried after her.
Since the Assistant had no objections, he certainly had nothing more to say.
Koichi was quite familiar with the people who would be joining them for the photos.
After all, they were the same group as before. Only last time, it had been the Satsuki Sho, whereas this time it was the Tokyo Yushun.
If there was one difference, it was that they were even more enthusiastic this time.
As far as they were concerned, Golden Masterpiece had every chance of becoming the seventh Triple Crown Winner in Japanese history.
"Miss Aoe, Jockey Sasaki, I never imagined we'd meet again so soon."
"You're too kind, sir. We..."
Ayano Aoe began handling the social side of things.
They would certainly be returning to Tokyo Racecourse in the