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First Foal for Dennis' Moment Born in Wyoming

Wed, 2025-03-05 13:37
The first reported foal by Dennis' Moment arrived March 3 at the Jack Sims' Ranch near Evanston, Wyo. The Wyoming-accredited colt is the first foal out of the Flatter mare Half a Chance.

Ocala Breeders' Sales Cancels March 5 Under Tack Show

Wed, 2025-03-05 13:37
The under tack show will now be consolidated to three days and take place March 6-8. Horses will breeze according to their corresponding sale day with Hips 1 - 272 going Thursday, Hips 273-544 going Friday, and Hips 545-814 breezing Saturday.

Sovereignty Holds Edge Over Journalism in Derby Dozen

Wed, 2025-03-05 13:37
Byron King's Top 12 on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, presented by Spendthrift Farm.

Thorpedo Anna Ready to Roll as Year Starts in Azeri

Wed, 2025-03-05 13:37
2024 Horse of the Year Thorpedo Anna is training like "the energizer bunny" according to trainer Kenny McPeek ahead of the $400,000 Azeri Stakes (G2) at Oaklawn Park March 8, her 4-year-old debut.

National Museum of Racing Celebrates 75th Anniversary

Wed, 2025-03-05 13:37
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is celebrating the 75th anniversary of its 1950 founding with numerous special exhibitions, a variety of signature events, and expanded programming throughout 2025.

Inglis Premier Sale Defies Odds With Strong Finish

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
A son of Darley shuttler Ghaiyyath topped Book 2 and second-crop stallions had the top three lots as the Inglis Premier Yearling Sale closed in robust fashion March 4.

Rich Strike to Irish Hill & Dutchess Views in New York

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
The 6-year-old son of Keen Ice and winner of the 2022 Kentucky Derby (G1) will stand for $6,500 for a new ownership group that includes trainer Eric Reed, longtime owner Ken Tyson, and The Stallion Company's Jamie LaMonica.

Journalism, Sovereignty Rise in NTRA Top 3YO Poll

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
An exciting day of racing March 1 caused significant stirs in the voting for the National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Top 3-Year-Old and Thoroughbred polls, released March 4.

166th King's Plate Set for Aug. 16

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
The King's Plate returns to Woodbine Racetrack Aug. 16, for its 166th running. Get ready to secure your tickets this Thursday, March 6 on Ticketmaster and KingsPlate.com.

'Burrito' Takes Habermans on 'Thrill of a Lifetime'

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
On the Kentucky Derby (G1) trail, John Battaglia Memorial Stakes winner California Burrito is taking Aaron and Victoria Haberman on the "thrill of a lifetime."

The Chosen Vron Named Cal-Bred Horse of the Year

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
The Chosen Vron, winner a year ago, was named the 2024 California-bred Horse of the Year at the March 3 California Thoroughbred Breeders' Association Awards Dinner and Annual Meeting at Le Meridien Hotel.

A Model That Works for Racing, States, and Taxpayers

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
Dollars & Sense with Frank Angst

Post Time Named 2024 Maryland-bred Horse of the Year

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
Post Time, one of the most consistent older runners in the nation in 2024 while racing exclusively in stakes, has been named 2024 Maryland-bred Horse of the Year, champion older male, and champion sprinter.

Pletcher Accepts Fine, Days for Betamethasone Positive

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
Trainer Todd Pletcher accepts a seven-day suspension and $1,000 fine for a betamethasone positive discovered after a colt named V

Carmouche Wins George Woolf Memorial Jockey Award

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
Kendrick Carmouche has won the 2025 George Woolf Memorial Jockey Award, which honors riders whose careers and personal character earn esteem for the individual and for the sport of Thoroughbred racing, via nationwide vote of his fellow riders.

BH Monday: Haberman on California Burrito, OBS Preview

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
Aaron Haberman joins the March 3 episode of BloodHorse Monday to discuss Kentucky Derby (G1) hopeful California Burrito. OBS Director of Sales Tod Wojciechowski joins to preview the upcoming OBS March Sale of 2-Year-Olds in Training.

Inglis Premier Sale on the Verge of 'Extraordinary'

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
Despite fears set by a soft bottom end at Magic Millions Gold Coast and Karaka, the average and median compared favorably to 2024 Premier's AU$127,632 and AU$90,000.

Darby Dan Introduces 'Breeder Reassurance' Plan

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
The farm's new plan extends the stands-and-nurse payment window to 60 days for foals by its stallions. This 60-day window corresponds with a crucial period during a new foal's development.

A Rematch Between Romantic Warrior and Forever Young?

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
Trainer Danny Shum says there's a chance Romantic Warrior could return to the Saudi Cup (G1) in 2026 for a potential rematch with Forever Young.

Track, Rail Damaged at Newmarket Weeks Ahead of Meet

Tue, 2025-03-04 13:35
The intruders drove down the middle of the Rowley Mile until veering off right at around the nine-furlong start and smashing through the stands' side running rail to make their escape.

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