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Gentildonna, famed Japanese racehorse who inspired an Umamusume character, passes away

Japanese racing icon Gentildonna has died at age 16. The mare achieved significant victories, including the Fillies' Triple Tiara and two Japan Cups. She was a two-time Japanese Horse of the Year. Gentildonna also became a broodmare and inspired a character in the Umamusume franchise. Her passing is a notable event in Japanese horse racing.