“She’s Got This,” Mark Edwards Riding High with Thorpedo Anna
Everyone has their superstitions before a big race. For Mark Edwards, it’s the shirt he was wearing when Thorpedo Anna (Fast Anna) broke her maiden by over eight lengths and…
John Stewart Buys Controlling Interest in King George Winner Goliath
American owner-breeder John Stewart of Resolute Racing has completed a deal to buy a majority share in the G1 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes winner Goliath (Ger) (Adlerflug…
Impressive Leopardstown Win For Newtown Anner’s Wootton Bassett Filly
Building on her debut second over seven furlongs at Leopardstown last month, Newtown Anner Stud Farm’s Chantez (Ire) (Wootton Bassett {GB}–Lady Lara {Ire}, by Excellent Art {GB}) returned to the…
Friday Insights: Brown Has Turf Maiden Surrounded
7th-SAR, $100k, Msw, 2yo, f, 1 1/16mT, post time: 3:54 p.m. ET Chad Brown saddles a pair of debutantes in this spot, led by Klaravich Stables’ $310,000 Keeneland September purchase…
Fasig-Tipton Opens Bidding For August Digital Sale With Over 200 Entries
Fasig-Tipton has catalogued 213 entries for its August Digital Sale, which opened bidding Aug. 22 and will close Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 12 p.m. ET., the auction house said in…
Letter To The Editor: Why Synthetic Surfaces Make Sense For New York Breeders
A synthetic track is necessary for the survival of New York breeding farms, such as Sequel. The New York Bred program and the breeder awards generated are incredibly beneficial and…
Breeders’ Cup Next for City Of Troy Following World-Leading Win at York
The GI Breeders’ Cup Classic has been confirmed as the next port of call for City Of Troy following his dominant win in Wednesday’s G1 Juddmonte International at York. Trainer…
Nunthorpe Hero Borderlescott and the Story of Yorkshire’s Favourite Son
No two racing fans ever experience the same journey into the sport. For some the excitement of the punt comes first and a true appreciation for what the Thoroughbred is…
Irish National Stud Hosts IEVA Veterinary Lecture
The Irish National Stud will host the fourth event in IEVA ‘s CPD 2024 Series Saturday, Aug. 31. Entitled “Surgery and Lameness”, the event is geared toward recent veterinary graduates…
Omaha Beach Filly Runs To the Money and Earns a ‘Rising Star’ at the Spa
With the Angels (f, 2, Omaha Beach–Sister Margaret, by Pulpit) was accorded a 6-1 chance on the morning line for Thursday’s state-bred opener from Saratoga, but she was well-tried in…
Saturday Sires: Twirling Candy and Union Rags
There were two Grade I races last weekend in North America, one at Saratoga and one at Del Mar. One was on the dirt and one was on the turf,…
‘This is Our Grand Finale’: Dwyer Relishing Asfoora’s Nunthrope Bid
With Europe’s sprinting division positioned in a kind of limbo over the past year or so, the presence of Australian raider Asfoora (Aus) (Flying Artie {Aus}) has added some spice…
TAA Onsite During Del Mar’s Pacific Classic Day
Once again, the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) will be present to raise awareness for retired racehorses during Pacific Classic Day at Del Mar on Saturday, Aug. 31, the non-profit said…
Pretty Mischievous Retired to Godolphin’s Gainsborough Division
Godolphin took to X to announce 2023 Eclipse champion 3-year-old filly Pretty Mischievous (Into Mischief–Pretty City Dancer, by Tapit) has been retired from racing. The social media post said, “Kentucky…
Friday’s Observations: Persian King Craven Breeze Up Sensation Debuts at York
Observations on the European Racing Scene turns the spotlight on the best European races of the day, highlighting well-pedigreed horses early in their careers, horses of note returning to action…
The Reagan movie sponsoring Joe Graf Jr. at Daytona
An exciting new partner will be on the hood for Joe this weekend. The Reagan movie has partnered with Joe Gibbs Racing on the No. 19 car in the Xfinity…
Jack Links jumps into wild world of racing with new NASCAR partnership
Today marks a moment worth savoring, as America‘s No. 1 motorsport and the nation‘s No. 1 meat snack brand join forces to help race fans feed their wild side. NASCAR…
MRN's Jeff Striegle to retire at season's end
Motor Racing Network’s Jeff Striegle announced Wednesday that this season will be his last. Jeff is the Booth Announcer for Motor Racing Network‘s broadcasts of NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series…
Swaggerty's Farm Tailgate Zone allowing fans to tailgate comfortably at Bristol
Calling all Tailgaters! Calling all Tailgaters! Bristol Motor Speedway is inviting all those who love to show up early to major sporting events, break out the grill and relax with…
Flood Brothers Disposal Co. sponsoring Patrick Emerling at Daytona
NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Patrick Emerling today announced he is partnering with Flood Brothers Disposal Co. for this Friday‘s Wawa 250 Powered by Coca-Cola at Daytona International Speedway. This marks…