Sierra Leone, Breeders' Cup Champion, to Continue Racing in 2025

November 8, 2024

Coolmore America has announced that Breeders' Cup Classic winner Sierra Leone will remain in training for the 2025 racing season, allowing fans to see him compete as a 4-year-old. After an outstanding 3-year-old campaign, Sierra Leone is currently enjoying a well-deserved break at Ashford Stud in Kentucky before returning to the track.

Coolmore shared their excitement on social media, expressing gratitude to trainer Chad Brown and his team for their dedication to Sierra Leone’s success. While his next race has yet to be confirmed, the colt’s connections are optimistic about his future.

Sierra Leone’s return sets the stage for potential rematches with Classic runner-up Fierceness and third-place finisher Forever Young, both of whom are also set to continue racing next year. All three horses previously faced off in the 2024 Kentucky Derby, with Sierra Leone placing second in a close finish.

Bred in Kentucky and purchased for $2.3 million, Sierra Leone has achieved remarkable success, with career earnings of over $6 million from notable wins in the Risen Star Stakes, Blue Grass Stakes, and the Breeders' Cup Classic. His continued training promises more thrilling performances on the track in the coming season.