Stakes Preview: Oaklawn Handicap and Bathhouse Row

Patience is often in short supply in a high-pressure industry with big spending and even bigger expectations, but those behind the hugely progressive Ombudsman  were handsomely rewarded for theirs when he produced a blistering turn of foot to power clear of Anmaat  in the June 18 Prince of Wales’s Stakes (G1) at Royal Ascot.  William…

Sara Elbadwi & Paul Verderosa look ahead at the Ashley T. Cole Stakes at Belmont at the Big A and The Tale of the Cat Stakes at Monmouth. Source link

Breeders’ Cup Limited announced Sept. 19 a $500,000 gift from international philanthropist and racehorse owner Ken Freirich to Breeders’ Cup Charities, the official charitable program of the Breeders’ Cup World Championships. Freirich said he hopes to positively impact the Thoroughbred industry’s culture of giving by illustrating the importance of long-term commitments. Funds from Freirich will…

Drexel Hill , runner-up in the Kentucky Oaks (G1), returns to the starting gate for her first race since the Run for the Lillies in the $300,000 Mother Goose Stakes (G2) Nov. 8 at Aqueduct Racetrack. Trained by Whit Beckman for Legion Racing, Drexel Hill outran her 32-1 odds in the May 2 Oaks when closing…

Churchill Downs has officially rebranded Wednesday of Kentucky Derby Week to be known as “Winsday: Great Thrills for the Greater Good presented by Resolute Racing.” In partnership with the Community Foundation of Louisville, “Winsday” will be a special day dedicated to supporting local nonprofit organizations and spotlighting their invaluable contributions to the Kentuckiana community.  A…

The Belmont Stakes (G1) has a rich history dating back to its inception in 1867, which means there is no shortage of interesting numbers associated with the race that is often called the “Test of the Champion.” This year’s 157th running of the Belmont will be June 7 at Saratoga Race Course. Read on for…