The four-time Group 1 champion, City Of Troy (Justify), emerged as the Cartier Horse of the Year at the prestigious 34th Cartier Racing Awards held in London on Wednesday evening. This remarkable feat was achieved under the expert training of Aidan O’Brien for the Coolmore partners Sue Magnier, Michael Tabor, and Derrick Smith. No other horse except Frankel (GB) has managed to secure both these titles in consecutive years.

Cartier Horse of the Year: City Of Troy

City Of Troy's dominance this year was truly remarkable. He not only won the Derby, Coral-Eclipse, and Juddmonte International but also took the Cartier Horse of the Year award ahead of stable-mate Kyprios (Ire) (Galileo {Ire}), multiple Group 1-winning miler Charyn (Ire) (Dark Angel {Ire}), and Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe winner Bluestocking (GB) (Camelot {GB}). Additionally, he claimed the title of Cartier Three-Year-Old Colt over Notable Speech (GB) (Dubawi {Ire}), Rosallion (Ire) (Blue Point {Ire}), and Calandagan (Fr) (Gleneagles {Ire}). His consistent performances and exceptional abilities made him stand out among the competition.In the older horse category, Charyn, owned by Nurlan Bizakov and trained by Roger Varian, received the Cartier Older Horse award. After three Group 1 wins in the Queen Anne Stakes, Prix Jacques Le Marois, and Queen Elizabeth II Stakes, this four-year-old horse got the nod over Bluestocking, King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes winner Goliath (Ger) (Adlerflug {Ger}), and Godolphin's globe-trotter Rebel's Romance (Ire) (Dubawi {Ire}). His achievements in the older horse division were highly regarded.Kyprios, owned by the partnership of Moyglare Stud Farm, Sue Magnier, Michael Tabor, Derrick Smith, and Westerberg, won the Gold Cup, Goodwood Cup, Irish St Leger, and Qatar Prix du Cadran in 2024. He was named Cartier Stayer for the second time, showcasing his stamina and ability to perform in long-distance races.The Cartier Three-Year-Old Filly is Porta Fortuna (Ire) (Caravaggio), trained by Donnacha O’Brien. She won the Coronation Stakes, Falmouth Stakes, and Matron Stakes, becoming a treble Group 1 winner. Owned by a partnership including Barry Fowler, Medallion Racing, Steve Weston, and Reeves Thoroughbred Racing, she proved to be a force to be reckoned with in the three-year-old filly category.The Cartier Sprinter award went to the Archie Watson-trained Bradsell (GB) (Tasleet {GB}), who won the Nunthorpe Stakes and Flying Five for Victorious Racing. Runners-up in this category were Asfoora (Aus) (Flying Artie {Aus}), Kind Of Blue (GB) (Blue Point {Ire}), and Starlust (GB) (Zoustar {Aus}). Their performances in the sprinter division were also noteworthy.In the juvenile division, Godolphin's Shadow Of Light (GB) (Lope De Vega {Ire}) became the second two-year-old in 42 years to win both the Middle Park Stakes and Dewhurst Stakes. Other contenders in this category were Henri Matisse (Ire) (Wootton Bassett {GB}), Hotazhell (GB) (Too Darn Hot {GB}), and Whistlejacket (Ire) (No Nay Never).The unbeaten Lake Victoria (Ire) (Frankel {GB}), with wins in the Cheveley Park Stakes and Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf, was named Cartier Two-Year-Old Filly over Fairy Godmother (Ire) (Night Of Thunder {Ire}), Babouche (GB) (Kodiac {GB}), and Desert Flower (Ire) (Night Of Thunder {Ire}).The recipient of the Cartier/The Daily Telegraph Award of Merit in 2024 is Jessica Harrington. A former international three-day eventer for Ireland, she has made a significant impact as one of her country's most successful trainers in both Flat and National Hunt racing.“As we celebrate another outstanding year of European racing, our congratulations go to all the winners at the Cartier Racing Awards,” said Laurent Feniou, managing director of Cartier UK. “City Of Troy was an exceptional colt throughout the season and is a deserving recipient of the Cartier Horse of the Year award. We are honored to present the Cartier/The Daily Telegraph Award of Merit to Jessica Harrington, who has inspired many in the equestrian world.”