Overview
- Brazilian runner Obataye, ridden by João Moreira, won the Gran Premio Carlos Pellegrini (G1, 2400m turf) at Hipódromo de San Isidro on December 13.
- With the victory, Obataye earned an automatic place in the 2026 Breeders’ Cup Turf at Keeneland under the Win and You’re In program.
- The Gladiator’s Hat finished second, Havana Cigar took third, and Vota Bien was fourth in the marquee race.
- The event carried a total purse of 500 million pesos, including 250 million to the winner, underscoring its regional economic significance.
- Frankie Dettori, on a South American farewell tour, won the day’s third race aboard Grand Candyman, while El Fortín, Earth God and Knows All landed the other G1 features.