Will a Recent Maiden Winner Take the Bob Hope?
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Bob Hope Stakes at Del Mar.
Canterbury Park Requests May 18-Sept. 28 Season in 2024
Canterbury Park is planning a 54-day race meet in 2024, asking the Minnesota Racing Commission for a Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse season from May 18 through Sept. 28.
KET Documentary Spotlights Legacy of Black Horsemen
The Legacy of Black Horsemen, a historical documentary from KET, highlights the often-untold story of Black jockeys, trainers, grooms, and exercisers in the 1800s whose contributions helped lay the foundation for the Thoroughbred industry.
Rich Strike Withdrawn From Keeneland HORA Sale
Owner Rick Dawson announced via a text message to media that 2022 Kentucky Derby (G1) winner Rich Strike's withdrawal from the Nov. 17 Keeneland Horses of Racing Age Sale. He was to be consigned as a stallion prospect.
Live Oak International Returns for its 33rd Edition
After continually raising the bar, the equestrian combined driving and show jumping tournament, Live Oak International, returns to the distinguished grounds of Live Oak Stud in Ocala, Fla., March 14-17.
Our Shot Hopes Turf Success Continues at Aqueduct
Despite finishing off the board just once in 2023, the gelded son of Kantharos has something to prove after finishing two lengths back in the Oct. 7 Woodford Stakes (G2T) at Keeneland, his first run in graded company.
Woodbine Promotes Lawson to VP of Thoroughbred Racing
Woodbine Entertainment's Bill Ford, General Counsel and Executive Vice President of Racing, announced today that Woodbine has solidified its racing leadership team with the promotions of Tim Lawson and Bill McLinchey to Vice President positions.
Jockey Graham Lee Recovering Well From Spinal Surgery
Graham Lee underwent surgery Nov. 14 on the serious injuries he sustained following a fall at Newcastle on Friday evening, with the Injured Jockeys Fund stating the extent of the jockey's recovery remained uncertain.
Emerald Downs Announces Race Dates for 2024
Emerald Downs has announced a 55-day live racing season in 2024—opening May 4 and finishing Sept. 15—an increase of three days from the last two seasons which each featured 52 days of racing.
Jara Ready to Ride in U.S. for First Time Since 2015
Fernando Jara is scheduled to ride in his first race in the U.S. since 2015 Nov. 18 at Gulfstream Park, where he is named to guide Jeremiah O'Dwyer-trained Unabated for his debut in Race 8, a maiden optional claiming event…