The Final Lap: Beloved Manga 'Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray' Concludes After Five-Year Run

The celebrated sports manga, Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray, is preparing for its conclusion, drawing its five-and-a-half-year serialization run to a close. Illustrated by Taiyo Kuzumi, this popular series, which is a spinoff from Cygames' Uma Musume Pretty Derby franchise, will wrap up its narrative arc with its final installment scheduled for publication on December 25, 2025.

Since debuting in Weekly Young Jump in June 2020, Cinderella Gray has completed a tenure spanning 211 chapters. The series has resulted in 21 compiled volumes, with the 22nd volume slated for release just prior to the grand finale. At its core, the manga chronicles the journey of Oguri Cap, an extraordinary horse girl who overcomes physical obstacles through dedication to running. The story tracks her evolution from a local hopeful to a formidable competitor on the national stage.

The final arc centers entirely on Oguri Cap's definitive last race, serving as the climax to her saga. The widespread success of the series is reflected in its sales figures, which stand at approximately 8 million copies worldwide.

This widespread success is mirrored by the concurrent TV anime adaptation from CygamesPictures. The anime, which aired across two cours during the Spring and Fall 2025 seasons, has gained significant global traction, streaming successfully on platforms including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and the It's Anime YouTube channel. The animated series deepens the excitement of the Twinkle Series, expertly fusing intense sports competition with character drama and character development.

The imminent closure of Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray marks a pivotal moment for the entire Uma Musume universe. This franchise is renowned for its unique blend of competitive horse racing and vibrant idol culture, encompassing smash-hit smartphone games, multiple anime seasons, and various spinoffs. While readers bid farewell to this particular manga, the enduring appeal of the world created by Cygames ensures fans remain awaiting future expansions and developments.