Heart’s Cry – The Only Horse to Defeat Deep Impact in Japan

✅Heart’s Cry was not just another talented colt—he was the Deep Impact Slayer. In 2005, he shocked the racing world by defeating Deep Impact—the national hero of Japan—in the Arima Kinen, becoming the only horse ever to beat him on Japanese soil. Heart’s Cry had long been known as a horse of great ability, often running close but just missing the biggest prizes. Yet his career turned when he finally broke through—not only toppling Deep Impact at home, but also carrying Japan’s hopes abroad. In 2006, he captured the Dubai Sheema Classic in dazzling fashion and later finished a gallant third in the prestigious King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot, proving that Japanese horses could stand shoulder to shoulder with the world’s best. In this video, we retrace Heart’s Cry’s journey—from his frustrating near-misses to his unforgettable triumphs—and reflect on the lasting legacy of a horse who forever changed Japanese racing history.   / horsesjapan   Support the channel: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/japan_gr...