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Willie Mullins Sees Possibility of Melbourne and Breeders' Cup Double After Stunning Upset

European runners were expected to dominate the turf events at Del Mar's 2025 Breeders' Cup, with five wins from seven turf events feeling like a standard return. Instead, Willie Mullins' Ethical Diamond caused shock with a thrilling Turf victory nearly five times as much in prize money as he earned when Nick Rockett landed the Grand National.

The unorthodox strategy that led to Mullins' team opting for Del Mar over the Melbourne Cup appears to have paid off, although the Australian rules introduced after fatal injuries in the Melbourne Cup still raise questions about veterinary regulations. Mullins revealed that had the strict Australia-based rules not been in place, Ethical Diamond wouldn't be close to running at Del Mar.

Mullins' plan for a long shot was hatched by his assistant David Casey, who came up with the idea of having Ethical Diamond run in the Turf Sprint. This decision highlights Mullins' willingness to take risks and adapt when racing.

The Breeders' Cup victory has set up a possible double for Mullins, as Absurde – also trained by him – runs in the Melbourne Cup the following day. The odds on Absurde are around 18-1, making an unprecedented across-the-continent double highly unlikely but still within the realm of possibility.

Japan's racing industry had its own success story, with Forever Young becoming the first Japanese-trained winner of the Breeders' Cup Classic. This achievement follows in the footsteps of Sierra Leone and Fierceness from last year's Class, showcasing Japan's growing influence on international racing.

The Breeders' Cup will not return to California for at least three years due to the struggling attendance and prize money issues faced by the state-based tracks. However, this year's event generated a record total-wagered "all-sources handle" of $180m (£136m), including a significant portion from local bets.

Mullins' ability to consistently produce winners remains unmatched, and his involvement in future Breeders' Cups will likely attract attention for potential upsets.
 
ugh, can you believe the article is still going on about that one horse? like, what's next? 🙄 The fact that they're saying Mullins might get a double with Absurde is just begging for disaster. 18-1 odds are crazy, but i'm not buying it. and seriously, who thought it was a good idea to have the Breeders' Cup in del mar again? 3 years and it's already getting poor attendance? 🤦‍♂️
 
idk if this is good luck or they just didn't want europeans winning lol 🤷‍♂️ so some euro guy trains a random horse to win the turf and now he's got a shot at another cup? that's not surprising tho, mullins is like a genius or something, but it's gonna be super unlucky for absurde if they do end up winning 😒
 
omg what a comeback story 🤯 Ethical Diamond's win is def proof that Mullins' team knows their stuff! 🙌 They really took a risk on Del Mar instead of Melbourne Cup, and it paid off big time 🤑 But seriously, those Australian rules are still a mystery to me... how did they even come up with them? 🤔
 
I'm beyond stoked for Willie Mullins & his team! 🤩 I mean, who would've thought that Ethical Diamond would take down those European runners? It's insane how much heart & strategy goes into winning those big races. David Casey's idea to enter him in the Turf Sprint was pure genius 💡, and it just goes to show you can't always rely on traditional strategies.

I'm also loving the vibe around Japan's racing industry right now 🌸. Forever Young's win is a huge deal, and it's awesome to see them making waves internationally. And, fingers crossed for Absurde tomorrow! 🤞 That would be an epic double for Mullins & his team. Let's keep supporting these incredible trainers & horses 🐴💪
 
What's crazy is that some people are still worried about the new rules in Melbourne Cup 🤯. Like, I get it, safety first and all that, but come on! It's racing, not a game show 😂. And another thing, what's with all these restrictions? Can't they just let horses be themselves? 🐴💨 Anyway, I'm loving Willie Mullins' strategy on Ethical Diamond - taking risks and adapting is the key to success 🔓🏆! As for Absurde's chances in the Melbourne Cup... yeah, 18-1 odds might not be so bad 💸. We'll just have to wait and see how it all plays out 🎬
 
🤩 what's not to love about Willie Mullins 🐴? He's like a mastermind 🧠, taking huge risks and getting major payoffs 💸! I'm so hyped about Ethical Diamond's Turf win 😲, it's crazy how they outsmarted the odds 🤑. And now he's got a shot at that Melbourne Cup with Absurde 🐎... 18-1 odds are still pretty juicy 🍭👀.

It's amazing how Japan is crushing it in international racing 🇯🇵💪, and Forever Young's win is pure fire 🔥! The Breeders' Cup has some crazy stats this year 💸, I mean $180m total-wagered? That's wild 🌳. And don't even get me started on Mullins' consistency 📈... the man's like a racing genius 😎!
 
I mean what's the point of even having rules if they're just gonna hold you back? I'm all for safety, but it seems like those Australian Cup injuries were a major bummer for the racing community. If not for that, who knows how much longer Ethical Diamond would've been on track? Mullins and his team must be super smart to adapt like that. The Breeders' Cup payout is insane btw 🤑
 
I'm not surprised that Willie Mullins' Ethical Diamond pulled off such an impressive upset - it's been on a hot streak lately 🐴! The fact that he took a risk by having Ethical Diamond run in the Turf Sprint is genius, and it shows his team's willingness to think outside the box. Now, if they can pull off another huge win with Absurde in the Melbourne Cup, I'd say their Breeders' Cup double is definitely within reach 🤩! It's also interesting to see Japan making waves in international racing - Forever Young's win is a testament to their growing influence on the sport 🌸. With the Breeders' Cup generating record-breaking handle numbers, it'll be exciting to see how the racing industry continues to evolve 💸.
 
I'm loving this underdog story! 😂 It's crazy that Willie Mullins' Ethical Diamond went from a long shot to a Turf Sprint winner. The fact that he took a risk and had his assistant come up with the idea shows he's not afraid to think outside the box. 🤯 And now, with Absurde running in the Melbourne Cup, an across-the-continent double is definitely on the cards! 💨 Mullins' team is on fire, and I'm rooting for them all the way! 🔥
 
I'm loving this surprise win by Ethical Diamond at the Del Mar Breeders' Cup! I mean, who would've thought a long shot like that would take down all those European runners? Mullins must be doing something right with his team. I'm curious to see how Absurde does in the Melbourne Cup tomorrow - those odds are crazy! 🤯

I also think it's cool how Japan is making a name for themselves in international racing, winning the Breeders' Cup Classic and all. It just goes to show that you don't have to be from California or Europe to succeed in top-level racing.

And can we talk about those Australian rules that got introduced after last year's Melbourne Cup? Like, I get why they're trying to improve safety and all, but it's a bit frustrating for punters who were invested in the horses. Maybe they'll work out, who knows?

But anyway, congrats to Mullins and his team on this amazing win! They must be thrilled, especially since Ethical Diamond almost wouldn't have made it to Del Mar if those Aussie rules weren't in place 🎉
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around that Ethical Diamond win 🤯! I mean, the odds were insane, but I guess Mullins' team knew what they were doing. That strategy of running Ethical Diamond in the Turf Sprint was pure genius 💡. Now, an Aussie double? I wouldn't count it out just yet... 18-1 on Absurde is still crazy long 🤑. Japan's influence on international racing is for real, though - Forever Young being a Breeders' Cup Classic winner is huge! 🎉 And those attendance and prize money issues in California are no surprise... the horse racing scene needs to adapt or risk falling behind 💔
 
Wow 😮 Mullins is on fire! I'm loving how he took a risk with Ethical Diamond and it paid off big time 🤑 The fact that he wouldn't have been able to run him at Del Mar without the strict Aussie rules is crazy 💥 And now he's got another chance with Absurde in the Melbourne Cup? Fingers crossed for an epic double 🤞 Interesting how Japan's racing industry is killing it 🐎
 
I mean, think about it... back in my day, we didn't have all these fancy international racing events like the Breeders' Cup 🤯! But you know what? It's amazing to see Willie Mullins taking a risk with Ethical Diamond and getting that stunning upset win 🏆. The Aussie rules might've changed things up for him, but it's clear he's got a great team behind him 💪.

And can we talk about Japan's racing industry? Forever Young becoming the first Japanese-trained winner of the Breeders' Cup Classic is just mind-blowing 🤩! It shows how far they've come and how influential they're becoming in the world of horse racing 🌎.

But you know what really gets me? The Breeders' Cup will be back in Cali... eventually 😒. I mean, I guess it's not all bad news that attendance is down and prize money is an issue. It's just a shame that tracks are struggling to stay afloat 💸.

I'm loving the drama and unpredictability of the Breeders' Cup, though! Mullins taking on two big races with Ethical Diamond and Absurde? That's like playing a game of high-stakes horse racing poker 🃏! Keep 'em coming, Willie!
 
I'm still trying to process what happened at the Breeders' Cup... Willie Mullins' Ethical Diamond just smashed all expectations! 🤯 I mean, five times the prize money he won from the Grand National? Crazy! And now, with Absurde running in the Melbourne Cup tomorrow, it's like they're defying gravity. 😮 The strategy was genius - who knew going for a Turf Sprint would lead to this? 🤑

But seriously, I'm curious about those Aussie rules changes after last year's incidents... do we know how that'll affect future racing? 🤔 And Japan's on fire! Forever Young becoming the first Japanese-trained winner of the Breeders' Cup Classic is amazing. They're definitely making their mark on international racing now! 🌟

Three years without a California Breeders' Cup? That's crazy... but the attendance and prize money issues must've been taking a toll, right? 💸 $180m "all-sources handle" is insane though - they brought in all those local bets. Fingers crossed for tomorrow's Melbourne Cup, though! 🏆
 
Umm... I don't know if i think it's such a good idea for Willie Mullins to be gunning for that Melbourne Cup double 🤔💸. I mean, first of all, 18-1 odds on Absurde are pretty crazy high, and i wouldn't count those chances just yet 😬. And also, what if things don't go as planned? The rules in Australia were a game-changer for Ethical Diamond, but what if they're too restrictive for Absurde? 🤷‍♂️ I think it's better to focus on one win at a time and not risk overextending himself with a double... wait, no, maybe i'm just saying that because it sounds like a good idea 😅. Anyway, congrats to Mullins and his team for the Breeders' Cup upset! 👏
 
man 🤯 what's going on with these horses tho? Willie Mullins is like a genius or something, I mean I wouldn't have thought Ethical Diamond could take down those Euro runners but he did it! And now he's got a chance at that Melbourne Cup too which would be INSANE 😲 especially with Absurde running in the same day. The strategy behind it all is so clever, using the Turf Sprint to give Ethical Diamond an edge 🤔.

And can we talk about Japan for a sec? Forever Young becoming the first Japanese-trained winner of the Breeders' Cup Classic is HUGE 🎉 that's some serious international recognition. And it's not just one win, they're making waves in the racing world.

It's crazy to think about how much money was made at this year's Breeders' Cup too, $180m+ 🤑 and it's not like they even had a huge crowd 🤷‍♂️ still gotta wonder what's going on with those tracks in Cali tho...
 
omg u wont believe what just happened at the breeders cup 🤯! so there's this guy Willie Mullins from ireland who trains horses for racing and he just pulled off the most epic upset ever - his horse Ethical Diamond won a turf event that was supposed to be a no-brainer win for one of those fancy euro teams 😂. i mean, we all knew it was gonna be tough for them but wow! Mullins' team came up with this crazy plan where they trained Ethical Diamond to run in the turf sprint instead of the actual event 🤔 and it totally paid off! now he's got a chance at a double - his other horse Absurde is running in the melbourne cup tomorrow and those odds are crazy low 18-1 u gotta be kidding me? 😲 Mullins is just on fire rn
 
I mean, what's up with these Breeders' Cup odds anyway? 18-1 on Absurde running in the Melbourne Cup? That's crazy! I'm not surprised though, Willie Mullins is like a genius or something 😂. His team always seems to find ways to take risks and come out on top.

And can we talk about how this event is still generating record wagered amounts despite the attendance issues at Cali tracks? Like, $180m all-sources handle? That's insane! 🤑 But I guess it just goes to show that racing fans are willing to shell out cash for excitement.

On a more serious note, it's interesting to see Japan's influence growing in international racing. Forever Young becoming the first Japanese-trained winner of the Breeders' Cup Classic is huge news. Maybe we'll see more trainers from Japan making waves in the future?

One thing that still bugs me though, is how the Aussie rules for horse racing are still super strict. Like, what even are those things? 🤔 Do they really need to be so rigid?
 
omg u gotta be kidding me!!! Willie Mullins is like the master of racing 🤯! I mean, he takes a shot at del mar with Ethical Diamond and it pays off BIG TIME 🤑💥 And now he's got another chance to do it again in the Melbourne Cup? Mind. Blown 😱 18-1 odds on Absurde are CRAZY!!! But for real though, Japan is makin' waves in racing too with Forever Young's win... that's awesome 🎉
 
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