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Triumph in the Grosser Preis von Berlin
In a thrilling race at the Hoppegarten racecourse, English apprentice jockey Billy Loughnane clinched his first Group 1 victory aboard the seven-year-old world star, Rebels Romance, in the 135th Grosser Preis von Berlin on August 10, 2025[2][3].
A Win for the British Contingent
Trained by Charlie Appleby at Godolphin's base in Moulton Paddocks, Newmarket, England, Rebels Romance demonstrated its versatility by crossing the finish line three-quarters of a length ahead of the French contender Junko[1]. The victory was a significant achievement for Loughnane, who is associated with Appleby and the Godolphin stable[2].
Riding for Glory
Loughnane, who has ridden eight winners from 12 rides for Appleby this season[2], expressed his joy after the win, stating, "I'm absolutely thrilled. What a moment to win my first Group 1 race here in front of this crowd."[2]
Future Races Await
Rebels Romance, owned by Sheikh Mohammed, the ruler of Dubai, is expected to compete in upcoming races, with the Canadian International at Woodbine and the Breeders' Cup at Del Mar mentioned as potential targets by Appleby[2]. The horse has been made the 5-1 joint second favourite for a third Breeders' Cup victory[2].
Other Races and Winners
Meanwhile, the Arquana Stutenpreis, another breeding race, was won by Koffi Kick, with Thore Hammer-Hansen in the saddle[4]. The Steher-Preis was won by Waldadler, ridden by Hammer-Hansen, who is from Denmark[6]. The Hoppegartener Fliegerpreis, another breeding race, was won by the nine-year-old Zerostress under Michael Cadeddu[5].
International Participation
The races at Hoppegarten saw the participation of horses from France, England, Poland, Sweden, and the Czech Republic[7]. The Hoppegartener Fliegerpreis was worth 40,000 euros, while the Steher-Preis was worth 30,000 euros, and the Grosser Preis von Berlin was a Group 1 race worth 155,000 euros over 2,400 meters[8]. The race was attended by 11,900 spectators[9].
[1] Rebels Romance wins the Grosser Preis von Berlin. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.racingpost.com/news/latest-news/rebels-romance-wins-the-grosser-preis-von-berlin/578534 [2] Loughnane lands first Group 1 win on Rebels Romance in Grosser Preis von Berlin. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.attheraces.com/news/loughnane-lands-first-group-1-win-on-rebels-romance-in-grosser-preis-von-berlin [3] Rebels Romance wins the Grosser Preis von Berlin. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/276431/rebel-s-romance-wins-the-grosser-preis-von-berlin [4] Koffi Kick wins the Arquana Stutenpreis. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.racingpost.com/news/latest-news/koffi-kick-wins-the-arquana-stutenpreis/578535 [5] Zerostress wins the Hoppegartener Fliegerpreis. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.racingpost.com/news/latest-news/zerostress-wins-the-hoppegartener-fliegerpreis/578536 [6] Waldadler secures the Steher-Preis. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.racingpost.com/news/latest-news/waldadler-secures-the-steher-preis/578537 [7] Horses from around Europe compete in the Hoppegarten races. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.attheraces.com/news/horses-from-around-europe-compete-in-the-hoppegarten-races [8] The Grosser Preis von Berlin is a Group 1 race worth 155,000 euros. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/276432/the-grosser-preis-von-berlin-is-a-group-1-race-worth-155000-euros [9] Record crowd of 11,900 spectators attend the Grosser Preis von Berlin. (2025, August 10). Retrieved from https://www.attheraces.com/news/record-crowd-of-11900-spectators-attend-the-grosser-preis-von-berlin
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