Laurel Hosts Memorial Service for Trainer Jenkins
Famed equestrian and longtime Thoroughbred trainer Rodney Jenkins was honored by the Maryland racing community Jan. 14 in a memorial service at Laurel Park.
Laurel River, Sierra Leone Top Saudi Cup Nominations
A strong nomination of 28 group 1 winners, headed by Dubai World Cup (G1) winner Laurel River and Breeders' Cup Classic (G1) winner Sierra Leone, have been put forward for this year's $20 million Saudi Cup (G1) Feb. 22.
Maryland to Honor Deceased Trainer Jenkins at Laurel
The Maryland racing community will come together to celebrate the life and legacy of Rodney Jenkins, a beloved trainer and equestrian who left an indelible mark on Maryland racing, at noon Jan. 7 on the second floor of the clubhouse at…
Kavanagh: ‘I Agree With Johnny – We Can’t Rest On Our Laurels With Prize-Money’
Brian Kavanagh has said that he agrees completely with Johnny Murtagh's assertion that Ireland should not be “resting on its laurels” when it comes to prize-money while Irish Racehorse Trainers Association [IRTA] chief Ryan McElligott expressed a wish that the…
Juddmonte Juggernaut! Laurel River Wins Dubai World Cup By An Imposing Margin
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES — When the late Arrogate overcame a world of trouble to win the 2017 G1 Dubai World Cup, many racing fans said it was the best performance in the history of the race. To some, it…
Ness Clinches Training Title at Laurel Winter Meet
Jamie Ness won with two of his five starters March 29, both under stable rider Jaime Rodriguez, to clinch the calendar year-opening Heritage Meet training title at Laurel Park.
Adverse Weather Forces Laurel Cancellation Jan. 26
Adverse weather conditions from last weekend's winter storm and an ongoing forecast for rain throughout the Mid-Atlantic region led the Maryland Jockey Club to cancel racing on Jan. 26 at Laurel Park.
Laurel Tops Mid-Atlantic With 273 Turf Races This Year
Laurel Park in 2023 was able to host 273 turf races, the most since 2019 and the highest number among all racetracks in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Laurel Winter Meet Includes 17 Stakes Worth $1.8M
Highlighted by a Winter Carnival program featuring the Barbara Fritchie (G3) and General George (G3) for older sprinters, Laurel Park will offer 17 stakes worth $1.8 million in purses during its 2024 winter meet.