Cyclone State Makes Stakes Debut in Jerome
Races like the Jerome Stakes are considered preps for the Kentucky Derby (G1). But they are actually more of a test to see if a newly turned 3-year-old has what it takes to be a successful runner in longer and…
Look Forward Heads First SoCal Oaks Prep in Santa Ynez
In his first year since being reinstated by Churchill Downs, trainer Bob Baffert has entered three fillies in the Jan. 5 Santa Ynez Stakes at Santa Anita Park, the first prep race of the year for the May 2 Kentucky…
Updated Venues for TC, Safety Statistics Hold Promise
A review of the top industry news stories of 2024.
Group 1 Winner Hayasugi Dies Following Foot Surgery
Last year's Blue Diamond (G1) winner Hayasugi has died due to complications following foot surgery.
Midwest/Canada: Buckeye Success
It's not often that you find an Ohio-bred on the big stage, especially when that big stage is the Breeders' Cup.
Voting Opens for FanDuel Racing-NTRA Moment of the Year
Ten of the most thrilling, memorable, and momentous events from Thoroughbred racing in North America last year have been nominated for the 2024 FanDuel Racing-NTRA Moment of the Year, a distinction determined by fan voting.
Brittany Russell Repeats as Maryland's Leading Trainer
Last year, Russell earned 113 victories at Laurel and Pimlico, 16 more than runner-up Jamie Ness. She also captured the Timonium training title with eight wins. Kieron Magee placed third with 71 combined scores at Laurel and Pimlico.
Record Win Earns Prat Jockey of the Week Honors
Starting in January and through the month of December, Flavien Prat was focused on putting together a championship year and on opening day at Santa Anita Park, he put an exclamation point on what turned out to be an outstanding…
Godolphin Sets Season Earnings Record for Owner in 2024
Godolphin, which campaigned 22 North American graded stakes winners, including two Breeders’ Cup winners, set a single-season record in earnings as the leading owner for the fourth consecutive year.