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There was no glorious swansong for Charyn in Japan but connections are still looking forward to seeing him embark on a successful second career at stud.
Roger Varian’s four-year-old enjoyed a superb season in Europe, picking up a trio of Group One victories in the Queen Anne Stakes, the Prix Jacques le Marois and the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes.
A sporting decision was made to have a crack at Kyoto’s Grade One Mile Championship for his final start on the track.
However, Charyn suffered a slow start under Ryan Moore and, despite bravely staying on in the latter stages, he could only manage fifth place behind Soul Rush in a field of 17.
It was disappointment for Charyn in his final start as he could only manage 5th in the Mile Championship, with Soul Rush running out the winner at Kyoto!#競馬 | @netkeiba | #チャリン pic.twitter.com/7Qyd9PZSdj
— At The Races (@AtTheRaces) November 17, 2024
Nevertheless, the son of Dark Angel still retires with a stellar record, securing seven wins and collecting just under £3million in prize-money.
Owner Nurlan Bizakov posted on X: “Beyond proud of Charyn today and always, even though he did not end his brilliant career on a winning note.
“Luck was not on our side today, but he showed once again why he is a true champion. Excited for his next chapter as a stallion, passing on his talent and personality to the next generation.
“Today was not a loss – it was a legacy in the making.”
