Japanese horse Forever Young will attempt to become a rare repeat winner of the Breeders' Cup Classic when the championship runs at Del Mar, California. The colt captured the 2025 edition with jockey Ryusei Sakai aboard.
The 2025 victory at Del Mar marked a historic triumph for Japanese racing. Forever Young's connections are targeting a second consecutive Classic title, a feat achieved by only a few horses in the event's history.
Jockey Ryusei Sakai, who guided Forever Young to the 2025 win, is expected to retain the mount. The pair will face a competitive field in the 2026 renewal.
