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Baby No Worries Looks for Win on Grass in Royal North

Thu, 2023-06-01 22:39
Baby No Worries will make her second straight start at Woodbine June 3 when the 4-year-old takes on 10 filly and mare rivals in the CA$175,000 Royal North (G2T), the track's first turf stakes of the 2023 season. 

What's Going On Here: Looking for Reasons at Churchill

Thu, 2023-06-01 22:39
After looking over readily available data and trends we found no obvious connection to explain the equine fatalities, but there are a few areas where further review appears to be in order.

Appleby Seeks More New York Success with Silver Knott

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
Though the Triple Crown prep races are a thing of the past for the 2023 series, prep races are a year-round fixture in the sport.

Review of Equine Fatalities Continues at Churchill

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
Findings from a veterinary summit and an analysis of the Churchill Downs racing surface were not released as anticipated May 31 as discussions continue into June 1, according to a statement from the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority.

Believe in Royalty Sires First Winner in Puerto Rico

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
La Predilecta won her racing debut by 1 1/4 lengths at Camarero Racetrack. She was bred in Puerto Rico by Potrero Los Llanos, where Believe in Royalty stands.

Plate Winner Moira Begins 2023 Season in Belle Mahone

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
2022 Queen's Plate winner Moira is scheduled to make her first start of 2023 in the CA$150,000 Belle Mahone Stakes (G3) at Woodbine June 3.

Replica of KY Derby Trophy on Display at Epsom Derby

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
The replica Kentucky Derby Trophy will be on display at the Epsom Downs Racecourse, just 20 miles south of London, for the 244th running of the Epsom Derby (G1) on June 3.

Woodbine to Offer Purse Payments in U.S. Dollars

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
Woodbine is pleased to launch the offering of direct deposits in United States dollars for purse payments as of June 1.

Meet Apprentice Jockey Set for a Big Mount on Derby Day

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
Hackney-born apprentice Kaiya Fraser is relishing his first ride at Epsom on Derby Day, when he partners Ancient Times in the most thrilling five-furlong test in Britain.

Loggins Retired, Stud Plans Pending

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
The son of Ghostzapper finished a neck behind Forte in the Breeders' Futurity (G1).

Arcangelo Breezes Five Furlongs Toward Belmont Stakes

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
Blue Rose Farm's Arcangelo, last-out winner of the Peter Pan Stakes (G3) at Belmont Park, worked five-eighths in 1:02.81 at Belmont May 31 with Hall of Fame jockey Javier Castellano aboard in preparation for the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes (G1).

Wanamaker's New York-Bred HORA Sale Catalog Now Online

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
In conjunction with New York Thoroughbred Breeders, Wanamaker's has released the catalog for the second annual New York-Bred Horses of Racing Age Sale.

Zoustar Filly Tops Day 2 of Magic Millions National

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
Hong Kong's large-scale Australian Thoroughbred industry investor Tony Fung rounded out his 2023 yearling portfolio with the acquisition of an AU$450,000 filly by Zoustar on the Gold Coast.

Forte Ousts Mage From Top Spot in Three-Year-Old Poll

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
Forte has been out of sight from a racing perspective over the past couple of months, but not out of the minds of voters.

Woodbine Adding 18% Takeout Swinger/Omni Wager

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
The Swinger/Omni wager will be available on all races at both Woodbine Racetrack and Woodbine Mohawk Park beginning June 1. A popular international wager, it requires horseplayers to select two of the top three finishers in a race.

TOBA Saratoga Educational Seminar Set for Aug. 17-18

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
The TOBA confirmed May 31 that the Saratoga Educational Seminar is now set for Aug.17-18. The seminar is among a calendar of events featuring various topics for prospective, new, and established Thoroughbred owners and breeders.

Racing on Television, Radio Schedule for June 1-4

Wed, 2023-05-31 22:36
A schedule of TV and radio coverage for the week ahead (June 1-4), compiled by America's Best Racing.

Judge: Stewards' Action in Justify Case Lacks Clarity

Tue, 2023-05-30 22:36
After finding a stewards' ruling that declined to disqualify Justify from his win of the 2018 Santa Anita Derby so unclear it cannot be judicially reviewed, a Los Angeles judge will provide officials an opportunity to clarify their position.

Major Dude Marches North for Penn Mile

Tue, 2023-05-30 22:36
Spendthrift Farm's Major Dude, a onetime Kentucky Derby (G1) hopeful and among the nation's top 3-year-old turf horses, invades Penn National Race Course June 2 for the $400,000 Penn Mile (G2T).

Bango Seeks to Tie Churchill Wins Mark in Aristides

Tue, 2023-05-30 22:36
The local hero's nine wins at Churchill Downs are only surpassed by Ready's Rocket, who won 10 times under the twin spires.

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