Uma Musume Cinderella Gray Manga Gears Up for Its Grand Finale

The Finish Line in Sight for Uma Musume Cinderella Gray

The beloved manga series, **Uma Musume Cinderella Gray**, is gearing up for its grand finale! Fans were recently given the heads-up in the 52nd issue of **Weekly Young Jump** that the thrilling tale will conclude in just five more chapters. The 211th and final chapter is set to be released on December 25, marking the end of an incredible journey that has captivated readers for over five and a half years. This announcement brings an emotional close to a significant chapter in the world of horse girl racing.

A Look Back at the Journey of the Manga

Authored and illustrated by the talented **Taiyou Kuzumi**, **Uma Musume Cinderella Gray** first graced the pages of **Weekly Young Jump** in June 2020. Since its debut, the slice-of-life sports manga has blossomed into a fan favorite. Publisher Shueisha released **Volume 21** on September 19, with eager readers already looking forward to **Volume 22**, which is planned for a December 18 release. The series boasts an impressive cumulative 8 million copies of its volumes in circulation, a testament to its widespread popularity and the deep connection readers have formed with its unique characters and heartwarming narrative.

The Anime Adaptation’s Race to the Screen

Fans of the manga also have the animated adaptation to look forward to! Produced by **CygamesPictures**, the anime, known as **Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray**, is set to unfold in two exciting parts. The first part made its premiere in Spring 2025, bringing the vibrant world and compelling characters to life on screen. Following that, the second part premiered in Fall 2025, continuing the saga. For a global audience, Netflix has been simulcasting the anime, ensuring that viewers around the world can enjoy the series with subtitles in multiple languages.

Diving into the World of Uma Musume Cinderella Gray

The story of **Uma Musume Cinderella Gray** whisks us away to a world where Tokyo is the bustling hub for national-level horse girls, brimming with the next generation of running prodigies. However, our story takes an unexpected turn in the quiet town of Kasamatsu, where **Jou Kitahara**, a rookie trainer with big dreams but modest expectations, stumbles upon an extraordinary talent. This talent comes in the form of an ash-gray-haired girl named **Oguri Cap**, whose wild and unconventional stride immediately catches his eye.

**Oguri Cap**’s early life was marked by pain, struggling with bad knees as a child. Yet, through sheer relentless perseverance, she defied her limits and found liberation in the very act that once seemed impossible: running. Unlike the other horse girls at Kasamatsu who chase victory and fame, **Oguri Cap** runs without ambition, driven purely by the joy of movement.

Her world shifts when she encounters **Fujimasa March**, a rising regional star who commands attention with her discipline, raw talent, and unwavering tenacity. For **Fujimasa March**, running is a matter of profound pride. But when a school-organized race brings her face-to-face with **Oguri Cap**’s raw, unpolished stride, **March**’s confidence begins to waver. In turn, something profound ignites within **Oguri Cap** after racing **March**. For the very first time, a spark of ambition illuminates her heart—a fierce desire to win that will undoubtedly propel her beyond the confines of her hometown and onto the grand stages awaiting her on the horizon.