Growing the Sport Takes Center Stage at Round Table

Growing the Sport Takes Center Stage at Round Table

In the keynote address of The Jockey Club’s 73rd Annual Round Table Conference on Matters Pertaining to Racing, which concluded earlier today, Everett R. Dobson, newly elected chair of The Jockey Club, discussed his plans for the organization and The Jockey Club’s ongoing plans to help grow the sport.  “In closing, let me acknowledge the…

Tacit Value Triumphs, Delivers Sire First Winner

Tacit Value Triumphs, Delivers Sire First Winner

Twice classic-placed Tacitus   got his first winner as a sire when his 2-year-old filly Tacit Value  was victorious July 31 at Delaware Park. Starting her fourth career race, Tacit Value was able to put it all together, taking control of the 5 1/2-furlong maiden claiming race after bumping with rivals and bobbling at the start, according…

Funny Cide, Smarty Jones Legacy Lives On in Jocks’ Sons

Funny Cide, Smarty Jones Legacy Lives On in Jocks’ Sons

Over 20 years have gone by since the stories of Funny Cide and Smarty Jones  captured the hearts of America during their heroic Triple Crown bids in back-to-back years. Now, their stories have become officially intertwined through the sons of their Kentucky Derby (G1) and Preakness Stakes (G1)-winning riders. Smarty Jones was ridden by veteran…

Nine Finalists for Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame

Nine Finalists for Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame

Voting is underway for the 2025 Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame class. Nine horses, from classic winners to Eclipse Award winners to modern superstar millionaires, are on the final ballot. The finalists (in alpha order) are Bee Bee Bee, Brilliant Brass, Cathryn Sophia, Caveat, Cherokee’s Boy, Eighttofasttocatch, Heros Reward, Include and Smart Angle In order…