Horseshoe Indianapolis to Offers Record Stakes Purses
A total of $5.030 million will be allotted in 2024 for the Thoroughbred Premier Racing Schedule, marking a new record for purse money offered for the program in Horseshoe Indianapolis history.
Integration Latest Star for West Point, Woodford Racing
Going into his second try in the Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational Stakes (G1T) at Gulfstream Park, Hall of Fame trainer Shug McGaughey knows he has a horse short on experience but long on talent. Integration is his runner this…
Lemaire on 'World's Best Racehorse' Equinox
Jockey Christophe Lemaire, regular rider of Equinox, talks about the reactions he has heard about the two-time Japan Horse of the Year who was named the Longines World's Best Racehorse Jan. 23 in London.
Jockey Maldonado Returns Following Shoulder Injury
Jockey Edwin Maldonado returns to action this week at Santa Anita Park after recovering from a shoulder injury. The 41-year-old reinsman has six rides booked Jan. 26 and four more Jan. 27.
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.
Court Order Officially Dismisses Medina Spirit Appeal
An order was entered in a Kentucky court officially dismissing with prejudice the appeal of Medina Spirit's disqualification of his win of the 2021 Kentucky Derby (G1).
Oliver Hopes Trademark Ends Gulfstream Woes in Pegasus
Victoria Oliver is hoping to reverse a stable trend when she saddles BBN Racing's Trademark for a start in the $3 million Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes (G1) at Gulfstream Park Jan. 27.
Industry Voices: N. American Race Judging Can Improve
The former chief stipendiary steward for The Hong Kong Jockey Club, Kim Kelly, writes an appeal for a better system of judging races.
Churchill Backstretch Teens Poised to Make Difference
Creciendo Juntos is a group focused on empowering the Hispanic teenagers who are part of the Churchill Downs' backstretch community, to become healthy and effective leaders, fostering a sense of community and activism.
Live Now! The 2023 Eclipse Awards
Honoring Thoroughbred racing’s champions of 2023, horse and human awards in 17 categories will be presented during the program, culminating with the announcement of the 2023 Horse of the Year.