WITH a rating of 130, Calandagan became the second French-trained horse to top the World Rankings since ratings on both sides of the equator were combined in 2008.

Waldgeist was the last French horse to top the tables, though he shared the honour with Crystal Ocean and Enable with a rating of 128. The latest champion finished 2lb clear of his rivals, and his participation in the Champion Stakes at Ascot and Japan Cup contributed to their matching ratings of 126.25, the highest of any race in 2025.