For Breeder Blum, a Classic Win Generations in Making
In a way, breeder Peter Blum predicted National Treasure's 2023 Preakness Stakes (G1) win some seven years ago.
Preakness Stakes 148
National Treasure wins the 2023 Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland, on May 20, 2023.
Velazquez At Last Adds Preakness to Expansive Resume
The oldest rider in this year's Preakness at 51 years young showed why he is still sought after by Bob Baffert and other top trainers, completing a career Triple Crown in the process.
2-Year-Old Champ Forte Targeting Belmont Stakes
A couple of events in different parts of the country May 21 gave off hope that the upcoming Belmont Stakes (G1) could have some sizzle, even though hopes for a Triple Crown sweep were crushed a day earlier.
National Treasure's Owners Can Justify Success
It was Tom Ryan of SF Racing who put together the group that owns Preakness Stakes (G1) winner National Treasure. It was trainer Bob Baffert who was the magnet that brought them all together.
Quality Road Lands First American Classic Winner
Preakness Stakes (G1) winner National Treasure adds gravitas to the sire's already long list of elite performers.
National Treasure Comes From Familiar Connections
One of the most successful ownership groups in recent years with a reputation of purchasing high-quality yearlings added another grade 1 winner to their roster May 20, when National Treasure emerged victorious in the 148th Preakness Stakes (G1).