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Ka Ying Rising Puts New Zealand Flag on Top of Everest Again
Ka Ying Rising secured its 14th consecutive win in the $20 million Group 1 Everest race with a strong finish, marking a milestone for New Zealand breeding.
- On October 18, 2025, Ka Ying Rising produced a storming finish to win The Everest at Randwick, claiming his 14th consecutive victory in the Group 1 $20 million event over 1200 metres.
- Jockey Zac Purton positioned Ka Ying Rising two lengths off the lead into the straight, feeling confident with about 250m to go despite doubts after a moderate trial last week.
- Before a record on-course crowd of 50,167, Hayes said, `I thought for a moment he was going to get hemmed in, but Zac is pretty good at getting out.`
- The result provides a boost for New Zealand racing and breeding industry as David Hayes called Ka Ying Rising the best he has trained and his career highlight.
- The win positions Ka Ying Rising as the world’s top sprinter and highlights New Zealand breeders and owners to Australia and Hong Kong markets, while Jimmysstar held third after racing three wide.
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right5Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution42% Right
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- 42% of the sources lean Right
42% Right
L 33%
C 25%
R 42%
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