Juanita winning the La Troienne Stakes (G2) at Churchill Downs on Friday May 4.
|
2012 Preakness Contenders - It is off to Baltimore now for the second leg of the Triple Crown on May 19th at Pimlico Race Course. Check out the horses expected to enter with profiles, photos, and lots of info. Updated!
Analyzing the Preakness Stakes Contenders for 2012 - My annual analysis using popular angles and statistical trends to see who best matches the profile of a Preakness winner. It is no surprise that Kentucky Derby winner I'll Have Another came out on top but how did the others fare? New!
Black Caviar wins her 21st straight race - The Wonder from Down Under won the Goodwood Stakes (G1) at Morphettville by 1 1/2 lengths on Saturday in her her last start before shipping to England to compete at Royal Ascot. Find out more about Black Caviar, her career, and connections here. New!
I'll Have Another wins the Kentucky Derby - I'll Have Another ran down pacesetter and favorite Bodemeister to win the Kentucky Derby (G1) by 1 1/2 lengths with late closing Dullahan a neck back in third. Get the results, charts, and photos here. New!
Kentucky Derby undercard stakes results - There were 5 other stakes on Derby day including the Woodford Reserve Turf Classic (G1) won by Little Mike and the Humana Distaff Stakes (G1) won by Groupie Doll. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 5 races here. New!
Believe You Can wins the Kentucky Oaks - Believe You Can wore down Broadway's Alibi to win the Kentucky Oaks (G1) at Churchill Downs by 3/4 length with favorite Grace Hall in third, making Rosie Napravnik the first female jockey to win the Oaks. Get the results, charts, and photos here. New!
Kentucky Oaks undercard stakes results - There were 5 other stakes on Oaks day including the La Troienne Stakes (G2) won by Juanita and the Alysheba Stakes (G3) won by Successful Dan in track record time. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 5 races here. New!
Thursday Kentucky Derby Photos - Photos of 18 Derby horses and 1 Oaks filly from this morning at Churchill Downs with comments. Daddy Long Legs is still in quarantine until tomorrow morning, but just about everyone else was out today. New!
2012 Kentucky Derby Entries - A field of 20 plus one also eligible were entered for Saturday's Kentucky Derby with 4-1 favorite Bodemeister drawing post 6. Union Rags is the second choice at 9-2 from post 4. Get the post positions, odds, and free past performances here. New!
Wednesday Kentucky Derby Photos - Photos of 16 Derby horses and 8 Oaks fillies from this morning or schooling in the paddock in the afternoon. Hansen arrived at Churchill Downs in mid morning, the last horse to arrive for the Derby. New!
2012 Kentucky Oaks Entries - A field of 14 plus one also eligible were entered for Friday's Kentucky Oaks with 5-2 favorite Grace Hall drawing post 2. Get the post positions, odds, and free past performances here. New!
Tuesday Kentucky Derby Photos - Photos of and notes for 15 Derby horses and 8 Oaks fillies from today either in the morning or schooling in the paddock this afternoon. Also today, Mark Valeski was withdrawn from the Derby letting in Optimizer. Extra: May 1 full barn notes. New!
April 30 Kentucky Derby Barn Notes - Info about 21 Kentucky Derby contenders who were at or scheduled to arrive soon at Churchill Downs on Sunday morning, including Alpha who arrived today. New!
Analyzing the top 2012 Kentucky Derby contenders - My annual analysis of the top contenders to try and select a winner by matching each to the profile of a Kentucky Derby winner using many of the more popular angles and statistical trends. This year there were no ties for the top spot, although there were many other ties among the rest. New!
April 29 Kentucky Derby Barn Notes - Info about 21 Kentucky Derby contenders who were at or scheduled to arrive soon at Churchill Downs on Sunday morning, including Bodemeister and a few others who had timed works today. New!
April 28 Kentucky Derby Barn Notes - Info about 20 Kentucky Derby contenders who were at or scheduled to arrive soon at Churchill Downs on Saturday morning, including Prospective and several others who had timed works today. New!
Black Caviar wins her 20th straight race - The Wonder from Down Under won the Sportingbet Classic (G1) at Morphettville by 4 1/2 lengths on Saturday after a 2 month rest. She may race there one more time before shipping to England for Royal Ascot. Find out more about Black Caviar, her career, and connections here.
Top Kentucky Derby Contenders - Here is my ongoing look at the top contenders for the 2012 Run for the Roses with profiles, photos, and lots of info for each horse. Updated Sunday. Updated!
Kentucky Derby Graded Stakes Earnings - ranks the top contenders by graded earnings. This is what determines who can get in the starting gate on Derby day. Includes earnings through 4/22. Updated!
April 27 Kentucky Derby Barn Notes - Info about 20 Kentucky Derby contenders who were at or scheduled to arrive soon at Churchill Downs on Friday morning, including Trinniberg who arrived today. New!
April 26 Kentucky Derby Barn Notes - Info about 18 Kentucky Derby contenders who were at or scheduled to arrive soon at Churchill Downs on Thursday morning, including Union Rags who arrived today. New!
April 25 Kentucky Derby Barn Notes - Info about the 10 Kentucky Derby contenders who were at Churchill Downs on Wednesday morning, including Dullahan. Announced this morning, Isn't He Clever will skip the Derby. New!
April 24 Kentucky Derby Barn Notes - Info about the 10 Kentucky Derby contenders who were at Churchill Downs on Tuesday morning, including Bodemeister, Hansen, Mark Valeski, and Prospective. New!
April 23 Kentucky Derby Barn Notes - Info about the 9 Kentucky Derby contenders who were out on the track Monday morning at Churchill Downs, including Bodemeister, Daddy Nose Best, Dullahan, and Hansen. New!
2012 Triple Crown Trail - Here is the schedule for all the preps leading to the 2012 Kentucky Derby and Triple Crown. This will be updated with results weekly. Updated!
Havre de Grace retired - She has been retired following an ankle injury found on Sunday at Churchill Downs after a workout and will be sold now. Check out her career, stats, and photos here.
Roxy Gap wins the Whimsical Stakes (G3) - Roxy Gap just got up to catch pacesetter Honey Chile by a neck at the wire in the 2012 Whimsical Stakes with favorite Atlantic Hurricane finishing third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
All Squared Away upsets in the Lexington Stakes (G2) - The 70-1 longshot won by 1 1/2 lengths over favorite Summer Front and Hammers Terror at Keeneland on Saturday. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Bodemeister wins the Arkansas Derby (G1) - Bodemeister went wire-to-wire to win the Arkansas Derby (G1) at Oaklawn on Saturday by 9 1/2 lengths over Secret Circle and Sabercat. Also on the card, Master Rick won the Northern Spur Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Oaklawn and Count Fleet Handicaps - Also on Saturday at Oaklawn, Alternation led all the way to win the Oaklawn Handicap (G2) over Ron the Greek and Yawanna Twist while Outta Tune won the Count Fleet Handicap (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Plum Pretty wins the Apple Blossom Handicap (G1) - Plum Pretty drew away to win the Apple Blossom Handicap (G1) by 2 1/4 lengths on Friday at Oaklawn over Absinthe Minded and Tiz Miz Sue. Also on the card, Glinda the Good won the Instant Racing Stakes. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Dullahan wins the Toyota Blue Grass Stakes (G1) - Dullahan ran down pacesetter Hansen in the stretch to win by 1 1/4 lengths on Saturday at Keeneland with longshot Gung Ho finishing third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Review: Triple Crown Handicapper 2012 - by Jim Mazur. Includes lots of stats for all 3 races and explains how to use a system of statistically derived negative angles to eliminate the "bad" picks.
Wood Memorial and Bay Shore Stakes - Gemologist held off Alpha by a neck to win the $1 million Wood Memorial (G1) at Aqueduct on Saturday with longshot Teeth of the Dog third. He will be going into the Kentucky Derby undefeated now. Also on the card, Trinniberg won the Bay Shore Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Carter Handicap and Comely Stakes - Jackson Bend held off favorite Caleb's Posse by a nose to win the Carter Handicap (G1) for older sprinters at Aqueduct, with Shackleford third. Also on the card, Broadway's Alibi drew off to win the Comely Stakes (G3) by 3 1/2 lengths over Welcome Guest and Millionreasonswhy. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Santa Anita Derby Day results - I'll Have Another outfinished favorite Creative Cause by a nose to win the Santa Anita Derby (G1) on Saturday with longshot Blueskiesnrainbows third. Also on the card, Lady of Shamrock won the Providencia Stakes (G3), Belle Royale won the American Beauty Stakes, and Amazombie won the Potrero Grande Stakes (G2) giving jockey Mike Smith is 5000th win. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 4 races here.
2011 Sovereign Award Winners - The Canadian thoroughbred year-end championships for 2011 were announced Thursday night at Woodbine and Never Retreat was named Champion Turf Female and Horse of the Year. Check out all the winners and vote totals.
Monterosso wins the Dubai World Cup (G1) - In the world's richest horse race, Sheikh Mohammed's Monterosso defeated Capponi by 3 lengths at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai. Planteur was third, favorite So You Think was 4th, and top U.S. hope Royal Delta was 9th. Get the results, chart, and photos here. Also on the card: the Sheema Classic won by Cirrus Des Aigles, Dubai Duty Free won by Cityscape, UAE Derby won by Daddy Long Legs, Golden Shaheen & Al Quoz Sprint won by Krypton Factor & Ortensia, and Godolphin Mile & Kahayla Classic won by African Story & TM Fred Texas.
Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 3 - Wagering is now closed for the third and final pool of the 2012 Kentucky Derby Future Wager. Union Rags was the favorite at 9=2 despite losing the Florida Derby on Saturda. Get the horses, final odds, and free past performances here.
Florida Derby Day at Gulfstream Park - Take Charge Indy held on to win the Florida Derby (G1) by a length over Reveron and Union Rags. Also on the card, Grace Hall won the Gulfstream Oaks (G2), Awesome Maria won the Rampart Stakes (G3), Fort Larned won the Skip Away Stakes (G3), Corporate Jungle won the Appleton Stakes (G3), and Travelin Man won the Sir Shackleton Handicap. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 6 stakes races here.
Dubai World Cup Workout Photos - Photos and comments for 12 of the horses running on Saturday in Dubai, including St. Nicholas Abbey, Rocket Man, and So You Think, from the morning workouts at Meydan on Friday.
Dubai World Cup Workout Photos - Photos and comments for 26 of the horses running on Saturday in Dubai, including Wigmore Hall, Wrote, and Unusual Suspect, from the morning workouts at Meydan on Wednesday and Thursday.
Dubai World Cup entries - A field of 14 was entered for the big race, including American runners Royal Delta and Game On Dude. Get the entries and past performances for the entire card here.
Dubai World Cup Workout Photos - Photos and comments for 21 of the horses running on Saturday in Dubai, including Transcend, Giant Ryan, and Regally Ready from the morning workouts at Meydan on Tuesday.
Dubai World Cup Workout Photos - Photos and comments for 22 of the horses running on Saturday in Dubai, including Royal Delta, Game On Dude, and The Factor, from the morning workouts at Meydan on Sunday and Monday.
Vinery Spiral Stakes Day at Turfway Park - Went the Day Well drew off to win the Vinery Spiral Stakes (G2) by 3 1/2 lengths over Holiday Promis and Heavy Breathing. Also on the card, In Lingerie won the Bourbonette Oaks (G3), Flashy Dresser won the Rushaway Stakes, and Hogy won the Hansel Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2012 Triple Crown Late Nominations - Twenty more thoroughbreds were made eligible for the three Triple Crown races for a fee of $6000 by the late nomination deadline, including Swale Stakes winner Trinniberg. Any not nominated now will have to pay a huge supplement fee to enter. Check out the list here.
Rebel and Azeri Stakes Results - Saturday at Oaklawn, Secret Circle won the 2012 Rebel Stakes (G2) for the 3-year-olds by 3/4 length over Optimizer and Scatman. In the Azeri Stakes (G3) for older fillies, Tiz Miz Sue won easily by 3 lengths. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Cheltenham Festival results - This is the biggest jumps meet of the year in England and draws an average of 50,000 fans each day. It includes eleven Grade 1 races and purse money of almost £4 million. Photos and results for all 4 days are up now, including the Cheltenham Gold Cup won by Synchronised.
Razorback Handicap and Honeybee Stakes Results - Saturday at Oaklawn, On Fire Baby won the Honeybee Stakes (G3) for the 3-year-old fillies easily while Alternation won the Razorback Handicap (G3) for the older horses. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Cam Fella and Damsel Series Finals - Saturday night at Woodbine, Modern Legend romped home to win the Cam Fella final and sweep the series while Ole Miss won the Damsel Final. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2012 Kentucky Derby and Oaks Ticket Prices - The advance sale prices for 2012 Kentucky Derby and Oaks tickets will remain the same as they have been since 2001, but prices at the gate will go up to $50 for the Derby and $30 for the Oaks.
Santa Anita Handicap Day - Ron the Greek romped home by 3 1/2 lengths in the Santa Anita Handicap (G1) over Setsuko while favorite Ultimate Eagle finished 10th. Also on the card, Willyconker won the Frank E. Kilroe Mile (G1) and Eden's Moon won the Las Virgenes Stakes (G1). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Gotham Stakes Day at Aqueduct - Favorite Hansen won the Gotham Stakes (G3) 3 lengths easily over My Adonis and Finnegans Wake. Also on the card, It's Tricky won the Top Flight Handicap (G2) and Calibrachoa was a repeat winner in the Tom Fool Handicap (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos for all 3 races here.
Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 2 - Wagering for the second pool of the 2012 Kentucky Derby Future Wager along with the first and only pool for the 2012 Kentucky Oaks Future Wager is now closed. The field was made the favorite for both at 3-1 for the Derby and 4-1 for the Oaks. Get the horses, final odds, will-pays, and free past performances here.
Louisiana Derby Preview Day at the Fair Grounds - El Padrino won the Risen Star Stakes by a nose over Mark Valeski on Saturday, while Summer Applause won the Rachel Alexandra Stakes for the 3-year-old fillies over Avie's Sense. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 6 races here.
Southwest Stakes (G3) at Oaklawn - Trainer Bob Baffert and jockey Rafael Bejarano swept the two divisions of the Southwest, winning with Castaway and Secret Circle. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Review: Finished Last at Folkestone - One Man's Ambition to Visit all 60 UK Racecourses by John Norbury. A personal account of his trips to all 60 tracks in England from the viewpoint of a fan and owner. Not a travel guide, more of a travel diary of his experiences.
Black Caviar wins her 19th straight race - The Wonder from Down Under won the Lightning Stakes (G1) at Flemington by 1 3/4 lengths on Friday off only a week of rest. She may race again next week or they could opt to give her a short rest depending on how she came out of the race. Find out more about Black Caviar, her career, and connections here.
Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 1 - Wagering for the first pool of the 2012 Kentucky Derby Future Wager is now closed. The field was a heavy favorite at 3-2 with Union Rags next at 7-1 then Algorithms at 12-1. Get the horses, final odds, will-pays, and free past performances here.
Trainer Todd Pletcher hits 3000 wins - He got the milestone win with Spring Hill Farm at Gulfstream Park on Saturday, making him #17 on the all time win list. Find out more about his career here.
Black Caviar wins her 18th straight race - The mighty mare from Down Under won the C.F. Orr Stakes (G1) at Caulfield by 3 lengths on Friday in her first try at the 7 furlong distance. Find out more about Black Caviar, her career, and connections here.
Louisiana Premier Night at Delta Downs - Delta Downs hosted Louisiana Premier Night on Saturday, a series of 10 stakes races for Louisiana-breds with a total of $1 million in purses, including the Premier Night Championship won by Star Guitar. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 10 races here.
Withers, Toboggan, and Corrections Stakes - Saturday at Aqueduct, Alpha won the Withers Stakes (G3) for the 3-year-olds, Calibrachoa won the Toboggan Stakes (G3) for the sprinters, and Nicole H won the Correction Stakes for the distaff sprinters. Get results, charts, and photos for all 3 races here.
Triple Crown Early Nominations - 398 horses were nominated by the early deadline of January 21, making them eligible for all three Triple Crown races. Late nominations will close in March. Check out the list sorted name, sire, trainer, or owner along with free past performances from BRIS here.
2011 Experimental Free Handicap - This list ranks the top 2-year-olds for 2011 and determines the dual qualifiers for the 2012 Kentucky Derby. This year Hansen and Union Rags are co-high weights at 126lbs.
2011 Sovereign Award Finalists - The Sovereign Awards are Canada's year end championships. Check out all the finalists for the equine, human, and media categories here.
2012 Sunshine Millions Day at Santa Anita - There were 5 stakes at Santa Anita on Saturday, featuring the Santa Monica (G1) won by Home Sweet Aspen and the Santa Ysabel Stakes (G3) won by Willa B Awesome. Get results, charts, and photos for all 5 races here.
Black Caviar wins her 17th straight race - The mighty mare from Down Under won the Australia Stakes (G2) at Moonee Valley by 4 1/4 lengths on Friday to remain undefeated in her first start since November. Find out more about Black Caviar, her career, and connections here.
"Road to the Derby" Kickoff Day at the Fair Grounds - Mr. Bowling won the featured Lecomte Stakes (G3) for the 3-year-old colts while Believe You Can won the Silverbulletday Stakes for the 3-year-old fillies. Get the results, charts, and photos for all six stakes races on the card here.
Willowdale and Snowshoe Pacing Series Finals - Westwardho Hanover held on to win the 2012 Willowdale Pacing Series final at Woodbine on Saturday over Mystician who won the first two legs. Also on the card, Modern Legend won the Snowshoe Pacing Series final to sweep all three legs of the series. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Review: The Sport of Kings and the Kings of Crime - Horse Racing, Politics, and Organized Crime in New York 1865-1913 by Steven A. Riess. A look at the early history of racing in New York and how it may have died out if not for an alliance between organized crime and policitians.
2012 Kentucky Derby Future Wager Dates - There will again be three future wager pools for the Kentucky Derby on February 10-12, March 2-4, and March 30-April 1, with both exacta and win wagering. There will be a single pool for the Kentucky Oaks on March 11-13 with also with win and exacta wagering.
2011 Eclipse Award Winners - Havre de Grace was named Horse of the Year and Champion Older Female at the ceremony on Monday night. Acclamation won Champion Older Male and Animal Kingdom won Champion 3-year-old Male. Get all the winners with photos and vote totals here.
2011 Eclipse Award Finalists - The finalists for the 2011 Eclipse Awards were announced Thursday. The winners will be announced and trophies presented on Monday January 16 in Beverly Hills. Check out all the finalists for both the equine and human categories here.
2011 Eclipse Media Award Winners - The winners of the media categories for the 2011 Eclipse Awards have all been announced including writing, television, radio, and photography. Also included here are the Special Eclipse Award and Eclipse Awards of Merit which were also announced already.
Review: Kinane - A Remarkable Racing Family by Anne Holland. The story of the famous Irish family of horsemen, from patriarch Jim down to the recently retired champion rider Mick, regular rider for Coolmore for many years.
2011 Year in Review - As we near the end of the year, it is time to take a look back at the highs and lows of 2011.
Indian Charlie euthanized at age 16 - Top stallion Indian Charlie, sire of three champions including Uncle Mo, had to be euthanized on December 15, 2011, at Airdie Stud in Kentucky after a battle with cancer. Find out more about his career both on and off the track here.
here.
California Memory wins the 2011 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong Cup - At Sha Tin on Sunday, California Memory and jockey Matthew Chadwick won the last Group 1 flat race in the world by a length over Irian and Zazou, while favorite Ambitious Dragon was fourth. Get the results, chart, and photos
here.
Dunaden wins the 2011 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong Vase - Melbourne Cup winner Dunaden defeated locally trained Thumbs Up by 3/4 length, while Melbourne Cup runner-up Red Cadeaux and Silver Pond dead-heated for third. Favorite Campanalogist checked in fifth. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Able One upsets in the 2011 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong Mile - Nine-year-old horse Able One and 50-year-old jockey Jeff Lloyd captured the world's richest turf mile race at odds of 65-1, by a neck over late-running Cityscape and favorite Xtension. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Lucky Nine wins the 2011 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong Sprint - Locally-trained Lucky Nine closed in the final furlong to win by a head over Joy and Fun and Entrapment at Sha Tin in Hong Kong, with favorite Little Bridge finishing fourth. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2011 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Races Workout Photos - Photos and comments for 22 of the international horses at Sha Tin this week, including Melbourne Cup winner and runner-up Dunaden and Red Cadeaux.
2011 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Races Entries - Post positions were draw on Thursday for the Hong Kong Cup, Vase, Sprint, and Mile, worth a total of HK$20 million. All the races have 13 or 14 horses except the Hong Kong Cup which has 10, headed by French runner Cirrus des Aigles. Get the fields for all 4 races with post positions here.
Review: Peter Pan - The Forgotten Story of Phar Lap's Successor by Jessica Owers. An interesting and well written biography of the two-time Melbourne Cup winner who may have been even better than his more well know predecessor Phar Lap.
Frankie Dettori wins the 2011 Cathay Pacific International Jockeys' Championship - He won 2 legs of the 4 race series to take the title over New Zealand jockey James McDonald. This was the third win for Dettori in the event. Get the results and photos here.
2012 Horse Calendars - A look at what is available for 2012 from Calendars.com and Cafe Press. Both racing and other horse calendars are here including my annual thoroughbred and harness racing calendars. Also check out my Christmas cards and other items: "Let It Snow" and "Happy Holidays".
Norse Ridge Farm Open House - They held an open house on December 4 to show off their stallions including Perfect Soul (sire of Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf winner Perfect Shirl), Gayego, Not Bourbon, and Rebellion. Check out photos of each and their stats.
Cigar Mile and Gazelle Stakes results - To Honor and Serve won the Cigar Mile (G1) by 1 3/4 lengths over Hymn Book and Calibrachoa. Also on the card, favorite Awesome Feather romped in the Gazelle Stakes (G1) by 5 1/4 lengths over Draw It and Love and Pride. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Remsen and Demoiselle Stakes results - O'Prado Again rallied to win by 3/4 of a length in the Remsen Stakes (G2) for the juvenile colts. Favorite Disposablepleasure overcame a stumble at the start and an objection to win the Demoiselle Stakes (G2) for the fillies. Get the results, charts, and photos.
Run in Aruba wins the Kingarvie Stakes - He came from last to win by 3 1/2 lengths over Ultimate Destiny and True Executive at Woodbine on Saturday. Get the results, charts, and photos here plus photos of Court Vision's retirement appearance earlier in the day.
Delta Downs Jackpot Stakes day results - Sabercat rallied to win by 4 lengths in the $1 million Delta Downs Jackpot Stakes (G3), one of 6 big stakes on the card Saturday. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 6 here.
Atlantic Hurricane romps in the Bessarabian Stakes (G3) - She blew them away by 5 lengths at Woodbine Sunday with longshot Mullins Beach second and favorite Embur's Song third. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Hit It Rich wins the Long Island Handicap (G3) - She held off Mekong Melody to win the Long Island Handicap (G3) at Aqueduct by 1 1/2 lengths with Musical Rain third. Get the results, charts, and photos here plus bonus photos of the new Resorts World Casino that is now open.
Straight Story upsets in the Autumn Stakes (G2) - He went wire-to-wire to win by 1 3/4 lengths at odds of 38-1 at Woodbine on Saturday. Pender Harbour was 2nd, Stunning Stag 3rd, and favorite City Wolf a dismal 8th. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Breeders' Cup Saturday Results - There were 9 races Saturday highlighted by the $5 million Classic where Drosselmeyer was just one of many upsets for the day. Biggest upset was was Court Vision who paid $131 to win in the Mile, with favorite Goldikova running 3rd. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 9 races here. Get more photos and comments for each race here: Marathon Turf Sprint Dirt Mile Mile Juvenile Juvenile Turf Sprint Turf Classic
Breeders' Cup Friday Results - There were 6 races Friday highlighted by the Ladies' Classic where favorite Royal Delta drew off to win by 2 1/2 lengths and the Filly and Mare Turf where Perfect Shirl was an upset winner. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 6 races here. Get more photos and comments for each race here: Juvenile Sprint F&M Sprint Juvenile Fillies Turf Juvenile Fillies F&M Turf Ladies Classic
Articles from 2010 - All my articles from 2010 and previous years
Breeders' Cup Virtual Postcards - Also lots of other types of racing postcards are available to send your online friends.
Eight Belles Tribute - A photo tribute to the gallant filly Eight Belles. She will be missed by many. Online postcards also available.
Mariah's Storm - the inspiration behind "Dreamer" - Here is some more info plus the true story of Mariah's Storm which provided the idea for the horse racing movie "Dreamer: Inspired by a True Story"
My Eclipse award-winning photo! - It is still hard to believe I won! Here is the photo along with how I took it and a couple of follow up shots.
Racing Jigsaw Puzzles - a selection of my photos made into online jigsaw puzzles in your choice of difficulty.
Man O'War Trivia Quiz - See just how much Man O'War history you know!
Cavalia, an Unbridled Affair - Ok it isn't racing, but we all love horses anyway. Thanks to Tina Hines and Charlene Keys here is a look at Cavalia, a showcase of human and equine performers currently touring.
The Smarty Jones Story - where he came from and how he almost died before ever getting to race plus the stories of his connections. Updated after the Belmont with more info and new photos.
Racing Wallpaper - a selection of wallpaper for your computer screen including three different ones featuring Smarty Jones.
Man O'War Merchandise - shirts, mugs, a lunchbox, and more with Man O'War on them using my own photos and painting.
Seabiscuit - a timeless classic - shirts, mugs, mousepads, license plate frames, and even a lunchbox for Seabiscuit using my own photos and painting.
Bobbleheads - check out some of the bobbles given away and updated prices for all the bobbles.
Photo Merchandise - shirts, mousepads, posters, and more featuring my photos.
Trivia Quiz - Test your knowledge of the Breeders' Cup, the Triple Crown races, Seabiscuit, or Canadian racing with this online trivia quiz.
Fan Photo Archive - Upload your own racing photos to our new online library and share them with others.
TV Schedule - what's on TV this week Updated weekly!
Stakes Race Schedule - upcoming stakes worth $75K or more Updated weekly!
Classified Ads - place your ad for free.
Shirts, Mugs, Mousepads, & More - Breeders' Cup winners, Triple Crown items, Seabiscuit items, and more. Help support this site by buying something.
Horse Racing Magazines - subscribe or renew your current subscription and help support this site.
Bookstore -
current, hot, and recommended books and other items available thru Amazon.com -
 |
Recent Reviews:
Peter Pan - The Forgotten Story of Phar Lap's Successor by Jessica Owers
Crushing the Cup 2011 - by Jim Mazur and Peter Mallett
Six Weeks in Saratoga - by Brendan O'Meara
Horse Racing's Most Wanted - by David L. Hudson Jr.
Saratoga Race Course - by Kimberly Gatto
Dancer's Image - The Forgotten Story of the 1968 Kentucky Derby by Milton C. Toby
Sham: Great was Second Best - by Phil Dandrea
Greatness and Goodness: Barbaro and His Legacy - by Alex Brown
Beyond the Homestretch - by Lynn Reardon
Triple Crown Handicapper 2011 - by Jim Mazur
A Racing and Breeding Tradition: The Horses of the Aga Khan - by Philip Jodidio
Affirmed - The Last Triple Crown Winner by Lou Sahadi
Lord of Misrule - by Jaimy Gordon
Thoroughbred Breeding - by Dr. Matthew Binns and Tony Morris
John Henry: The Steel Driving Racehorse DVD
How Kentucky Became Southern - by Maryjean Wall
The Story of Your Life - A History of The Sporting Life Newspaper (1859-1998) by James Lambie
Crushing the Cup 2010 - by Jim Mazur and Peter Mallett
Secretariat Movie
Secretariat's Meadow - by Kate Chenery Tweedy and Leeanne Ladin
Churchill Downs - America's Most Historic Racetrack by Kimberly Gatto
Triple Crown Handicapper 2010 - by Jim Mazur
100 Magic Moments of the Turf - Compiled by Graham Roe
All reviews listed alphabetically
Art Store -
horse racing posters and prints from Art.com Updated!
Clip Art - free for you to use. Just added new Seabiscuit clip art! Updated!
Free Screen Savers - All new screen savers including the 2001 Derby, Eclipse winners, and Breeders' Cup winners plus others.
Weekly Newsletter Sign-up and archive of past issues
Forum - come and join the discussions
Alternate Forum - In case the regular forum goes down again, feel free to use this alternate board instead.
Chat Room open 24 hours
Racing Memorabilia Museum - from Derby glasses to advertising signs and more including a section on Bobble Heads.
Racing Postcard Museum - images of classic racing postcards
Equillector - an online price guide for collectors
Movies - a list of all the horse racing movies I could find in online databases with links to buy the ones available on VHS and DVD. Updated!horse racing thoroughbred handicapping race track horse racing
