"Congratulations on winning the Shinsan Memorial two years running, Jockey Sasaki."
The interviewer was the same one as last time.
Every interviewer who had spoken with this legendary newcomer remembered him clearly.
Handsome, with an excellent record.
"I never expected to win the Shinsan Memorial two years in a row. Hopefully, this will be another good start."
Koichi took the microphone and answered.
Both horses had raced in the Shinsan Memorial, but their paths afterward were different.
"This was your first time riding a filly, wasn't it, Jockey Sasaki? How did it feel to partner with Gentildonna?"
The interviewer continued with his questions.
Of course, this was also Koichi Sasaki's first time riding one of Deep Impact's offspring.
Compared with last year, everyone clearly felt that Deep Impact's runners this year had stepped up another level.
As expected of a racehorse competing with King Kamehameha for the Leading Sire title.
"She felt very good today. Although this was my first time riding her, I could tell that Gentildonna was very capable. I'm really looking forward to her next performances."
Koichi thought for a moment before answering.
They might not have been entirely familiar with each other yet, but there was certainly no question about her ability.
Many jockeys had no clear idea of what to expect from a horse they were riding for the first time, relying entirely on feel and experience.
Of course.
The best outcome was for a horse to find the right rider.
"It seems you have a very high opinion of Gentildonna too, Jockey Sasaki. Her performance today certainly held its own against the colts."
The interviewer smiled as he spoke.
Everyone placed great importance on Deep Impact now, and both the Horse Owners and the farms hoped to produce good results.
A good stallion was