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Kentucky Horse Racing Commission Rules on the Use of Riding Crops

The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission changed its rules on how riding crops are used, after two differing proposals were introduced by the Jockeys’ Guild and the Thoroughbred Safety Coalition.

Posted on: June 16, 2020 | Kimberly French

Champion Arrogate dies at age 7

Juddmonte Farms’ champion racehorse and potentially talented stallion Arrogate was euthanized June 2 after a weeklong war with an unknown neurological condition that appeared to impact his neck. Towards the end of his third season in the breeding shed, Juddmonte Farms stated Arrogate would no longer be breeding mares roughly a week ago due to […]

Posted on: June 2, 2020 | Kimberly French

Breeders’ Cup to Increase Purses and Safety in 2020

Many months of anticipation still separate racing fans from the annual Breeder’s Cup. This week’s news only serves to excite those fans, not to mention participants, even more The Breeders’ Cup will increase the purses for three of its races, beginning with the 2020 events at Keeneland. The collective $4 million increase to the Classic, […]

Posted on: March 5, 2020 | Jennifer Newell

Flavien Prat to Ride Blue Chipper in the Breeders’ Cup Starter

Flavien Prat, the Californian-based jockey, will be aboard Blue Chipper, the Grade 1 winner from Korea, for the highly anticipated Breeders’ Cup Big Ass Fans Dirt Mile event, confirmed by agent Derek Lawson. The Kentucky-bred 4-year-old son of Tiznow is going to be the very first horse from Korea to start in the world racing […]

Posted on: October 24, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Dennis’ Moment Had the Quickest Work at Churchill Downs

Highlighted by the 5 furlong breeze in only :58 4/5 at Iroquois Stakes victor Dennis’ Moment, four runners from Kentucky saddled up at Churchill Downs on October 11, to prepare for the Breeders’ Cup next month, which will take place at Santa Anita Park. Dennis’ Moment provided the fastest time from a total of 42 […]

Posted on: October 15, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Field of Potential Winners for the Breeder’s Cup Classic

Is there a specific horse that you think will be the winner when it comes to next month’s $6 million Breeders’ Cup Classic at Santa Anita Park? It’s nearly impossible to eliminate any of the contenders that will make their way to the starting gate on November 2, 2019 in a horse racing event that […]

Posted on: October 9, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Horse Racing Returns to Keeneland for Fall Meet

Keeneland will provide a jaw-dropping $3.95 million purse during its opening weekend, where 9 of the scheduled racing events are graded along with “Win and You’re In” events towards the prestigious Breeders’ Cup. With this horse racing event on the horizon, we decided to provide you with an early look into some of the most […]

Posted on: October 4, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

The Best Sprint Finishes in the Breeders’ Cup

Whether you consider yourself to be a casual horse racing fan or someone that lives for horse racing action, the Breeders’ Cup provides fantastic value and excitement for all. The BC Sprint, considered one of the seven original races in the Breeders’ Cup, has always featured some of the hottest fractions and managed to fulfil […]

Posted on: October 2, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Code of Honor Wins Jockey Club Gold Cup Due to Disqualification

Following a remarkable duel down the stretch in the Jockey Club Gold Cup at Belmont Park on Saturday, Vino Rosso managed to outperform Code of Honor to claim first place. However, to everyone’s surprise, an inquiry occurred which caused a reversal of the result. Obviously, not of the same magnitude as the disqualification of Maximum […]

Posted on: October 1, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus