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Alvarado Chasing Derby Dreams With Rocket Can

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
Tom Pedulla is interviewing prominent owners, trainers, and jockeys as they travel the Road to the 149th Kentucky Derby (G1) May 6 at Churchill Downs.

Jockeys and Jeans to Hold Ninth Annual Fundraiser

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
Jockeys and Jeans to hold the 9th annual fundraiser at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

LA Attorney General Predicts Additional HISA Litigation

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
Two people at the forefront of litigation that aims to halt the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority said March 7 that they expect the case to wind up before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Willis, Jacks Are Leading Ladies of Texas Racing

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
Texas-breds put Mindy Willis and Karen Jacks in the spotlight of Texas Thoroughbred racing.

No 2023 Foal From Got Stormy, Bred Back to Bolt d'Oro

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
The multiple grade 1 winner lost her pregnancy in late 2022. She was bred back to 2022 leading freshman sire Bolt d'Oro March 5.

Canadian Graded Stakes Increase to 42 for 2023

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
The Jockey Club of Canada's graded stakes committee held its annual review of the graded and listed stakes races in Canada. The number of graded stakes in Canada will increase to 42.

Illustrious Adena Springs Farm to Sell By May 15

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
The official call for offers and expressions of interest campaign dates for the iconic Adena Springs farm in Paris, Ky., will commence March 28.

Newmarket Honors First Female British Trainer Chaloner

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
Newmarket will rename a race on Two Thousand Guineas Day after Ellen Chaloner, who was recently revealed to have been the first woman to hold a trainer's license in Britain. The announcement coincides with International Women's Day.

Group 1-Winning Stallion Zazou Reported Stolen

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
The 16-year-old stallion Zazou, winner of the 2011 Premio Roma (G1) and second in the Deutsches Derby (G1) in 2010, was stolen from his stable at Darhorse Stud on the evening of March 3. The case is being investigated by the Czech police.

Clairiere, Secret Oath Face Off in Azeri in 2023 Debuts

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
Grade 1 winners Clairiere and Secret Oath will make their first starts since respective third- and fifth-place finishes in the Nov. 5  Breeders' Cup Distaff (G1) when they race March 11 at Oaklawn Park in the $350,000 Azeri Stakes (G2).

Fun to Dream Honored as 2022 CTBA Horse of the Year

Wed, 2023-03-08 19:43
Grade 1 winner Fun to Dream added the title of 2022 California-bred Horse of the Year to her resume; it was announced at the CTBA Awards Dinner on March 6 at the Le Meridien Hotel.

Champion Ivar Retired, to Enter Stud in Argentina

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
The son of Agnes Gold will stand at Haras Carampangue. Ivar earned champion 2-year-old colt honors in Argentina before being sent to the United States, where he enhanced his grade/group 1 credentials.

PA Racing Commission Rescinds Ness' Suspension, Fine

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
Ness was penalized Aug. 18, 2022, for bufotenine being found in the blood of Crabs N Beer, who won a starter optional claiming race Feb. 23, 2022.

Mount Craig, Ek Haseena Top F-T March Digital Sale

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
Fasig-Tipton's March Digital Sale closed March 7 with 29 horses sold for $795,000. Offerings included breeding stock, horses of racing age, 2-year-olds, and yearlings.

Arabian Knight Joins Forte in Derby Future Wager Pool 5

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
On the heels of winning his 3-year-old debut in the Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2), Repole Stable and St. Elias Stable's Forte was tabbed as the 4-1 overall morning-line betting favorite in Pool 5 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager.

Market Correction Evident as Inglis Premier Closes

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
Progeny of Pierro and Toronado rounded out the final session of the 2023 Inglis Melbourne Premier Yearling Sale, jointly topping day three at $400,000, but it was the overall correction to the market that had industry figures talking.

2023 Saratoga Summer Meet Stakes Schedule Released

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
The New York Racing Association announced March 7 the stakes schedule for the 2023 summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course, which will include 71 stakes worth $20.8 million in total purses.

Tatts Ascot March Sale Highlights Big Godolphin Draft

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
The initial entries for the March 22 Tattersalls Ascot March Sale, the first sale of the year at the Berkshire venue, are online. 

HISA to Use 'Can’t Race' Flags to Enforce Rules

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority announced March 7 that it will begin using "can't race" flags to enforce its existing Racetrack Safety and Registration regulations beginning March 27.

Hopf, Shina Named to Racing Positions at Colonial Downs

Tue, 2023-03-07 19:41
Frank Hopf and Stanley Shina were named to racing leadership positions at Colonial Downs, track operator Churchill Downs Inc. announced March 7. 

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