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2021 Year in Review - As the year ends and we look ahead to the new year, it is time to take a look back at the highs and lows of 2021 and remember those people and horses that we lost.

Malibu Stakes Day at Santa Anita - Saturday was opening day at Santa Anita and Charlatan romped home by 11 1/2 lengths in the featured Malibu Stakes (G1) with Baby Yoda second and Stileto Boy third. Also on the card, Kalypso won the La Brea Stakes (G1) and Express Train won the San Antonio Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Malibu Stakes Day Continued - Also on opening day at Santa Anita on the turf, longshot Queen Goddess won the American Oaks (G1) by 2 3/4 while favorite Going Global finished sixth. Also on the card, Law Professor won the Santa Anita Mathis Mile (G2) and Bob and Jackie won the San Gabriel Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2021 Longines Hong Kong International Races - Sunday at Sha Tin Racecourse, favorite Loves Only You beat the boys to win the Longines Hong Kong Cup (G1) over Hishi Iguazi and Russian Emperor. Also on the card, Glory Vase won the Longines Hong Kong Vase (G1), Sky Field won the Longines Hong Kong Sprint (G1), and Golden Sixty repeated in the Longines Hong Kong Mile (G1). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Sir Winston tops in Valedictory Stakes - Sunday was closing day at Woodbine and favorite Sir Winston got up to win the featured 1 1/2 mile Valedictory Stakes (G3) by a half length over stablemate Frosted Over with Collective Force third. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2021 Cigar Mile (G1) Day - Saturday at Aqueduct, favorite Americanrevolution rallied to win the Cigar Mile (G1) by a half length over Following Sea and Plainsman. Also on the card, Lady Rocket won the Go For Wand Handicap (G3), Mo Donegal won the Remsen Stakes (G2), and Nest won the Demoiselle Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 1 - The first Future Wager pool for this year's Kentucky Derby is now closed and the favorite as usual was the mutuel field at 3-5 with Smile Happy the lowest odds individual horse at 8-1 followed by Jack Christopher at 10-1. Get the horses, final odds, and free past performances here.
Regal Glory grand in the Matriarch Stakes (G1) - Closing day at Del Mar, Regal Glory controlled the pace to win the Matriarch Stakes (G1) by 2 1/2 lengths over Zofelle and favorite Princess Grace. Also on the card Verbal won the Cecil B. DeMille Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Hollywood Derby Day at Del Mar - Saturday at Del Mar, Beyond Brilliant led all the way to win the Hollywood Derby (G1) by a neck over Santin with favorite Public Sector 4th. Also on the card were the Seabiscuit Handicap (G2) won by Field Pass and the Jimmy Durante Stakes (G3) won by Tezzaray. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Say the Word gets up at the wire in the Hollywood Turf Cup (G2) - Friday at Del Mar, Say the Word rallied on the outside to win the Hollywood Turf Cup (G2) by a length over pacesetter Acclimate and Friar's Road with favorite Rockemperor 5th. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2022 Kentucky Derby Future Wager Dates - There will be 5 pools this year for the Kentucky Derby Future Wagers, with the first in November 2021, plus one for the Kentucky Oaks in March. Get all the dates and details here.
South Ocean and Frost King Stakes - Sunday at Woodbine featured Ontario-sired juveniles, with Ya Mar winning the South Ocean Stakes for the fillies and Silent Runner winning the Frost King Stakes for the colts. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Azul Coast wins the Native Diver Stakes (G3) - Saturday at Del Mar, Azul Coast held on to win the Native Diver Stakes (G3) by a half length over Kiss Today Goodbye with favorite Eight Rings third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Messier victorious in the Bob Hope Stakes - Sunday at Del Mar, Messier drew away by 3 1/2 lengths to win the Bob Hope Stakes (G3) over Forbidden Kingdom and Winning Map. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2021 Breeders' Cup Wrap Up - Records set, statistics, first-time winning jockeys and trainers, how previous winners finished, and more for the 38th running of the Breeders' Cup at Del Mar.
Never Miss Another Horse Race - Thanks to the magic of live streaming, you can watch races from around the world and bet them from home.
Saturday at the Breeders' Cup Part 1 - Saturday had 5 races on the dirt, headlined by the $6 million Longines Breeders' Cup Classic (G1) won by Knicks Go. Also on the card were the Longines Breeders' Cup Distaff (G1) won by Marche Lorraine, the Qatar Racing Breeders' Cup Sprint (G1) won by Aloha West, the Big Ass Fans Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile (G1) won by Life is Good, and the Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Sprint (G1) won by Ce Ce. Get the results, charts, and more photos here: Classic, Distaff, Sprint, Dirt Mile, Filly Sprint
Saturday at the Breeders' Cup Part 2 - Saturday also had 4 races on the turf, headlined by the $4 million Longines Breeders' Cup Turf (G1) won by Yibir. Also on the card were the FanDuel Breeders' Cup Mile (G1) won by Space Blues, the Maker's Mark Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf (G1) won by Loves Only You, and the Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint (G1) won by Golden Pal. Get the results, charts, and more photos here: Turf , Mile, Filly Turf, Turf Sprint
Future Stars Friday at the Breeders' Cup - Friday had 5 races for the Juveniles on both dirt and turf at Del Mar, headlined by the TVG Breeders' Cup Juvenile (G1) won by Corniche. Also on the card, Modern Games won the Juvenile Turf (G1), Echo Zulu won the Juvenile Fillies (G1), Pizza Bianca won the Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1), and Twilight Gleaming won the Juvenile Turf Sprint (G2). Get the results, charts, and more photos here: Juvenile, Juvenile Turf, Juvenile, Juvenile, Juvenile Turf Sprint
Thursday Breeders' Cup Photos - Photos and comments for 27 more horses at Del Mar on the track Thursday morning or schooling in the paddock. The weather was foggy and chilly again and there didn't seem to be as many horses out. After the works, United and Domestic Spending scratched due to injury.
Wednesday Breeders' Cup Photos - Photos and comments for 60 horses at Del Mar on the track Wednesday morning. Lots of new horses today, including Shedaresthedevil, Gamine, and Clairiere. The weather was nasty today, cold and very foggy.
Tuesday Breeders' Cup Photos - Photos and comments for 57 horses at Del Mar on the track Tuesday morning, with most of the Classic Horses including Knicks Go, Essential Quality, and Art Collector, plus the entire Aidan O'Brien string. The weather was overcast and chilly again, with no sun at all.
Monday Breeders' Cup Photos - Photos and comments for 50 horses at Del Mar on the track Monday morning, including Max Player (who had a timed work), Hot Rod Charlie, and Tarnawa. The weather was overcast and chilly today, with the sun waiting until the works were over to come out.
2021 Breeders' Cup Entries - Final entries closed on Monday for the 2021 Breeders' Cup at Del Mar on November 5 and 6. Get info about each race and all the horses entered with post positions, morning line odds, and free past performances here.
2021 Breeders' Cup Past Performances - Free past performances for all 14 Breeders' Cup races from BrisNet for the pre-entries.
Breeders' Cup Weather Forecasts - Forecasts from serveral sources for Del Mar. So far, it looks like lovely weather, dry and cool.
Getting Started Betting - Here are some tips for beginners looking to get started, not only for betting purposes but to gain a more robust enjoyment of horse racing as a whole. 
Mutamakina gets up in the E.P. Taylor Stakes(G1) - Sunday at Woodbine, Mutamakina got up by a neck to win the 2021 E.P. Taylor Stakes (G1) over La Dragontea and favorite Kalifornia Queen. Also on the card, Avie's Flatter won the Nearctic Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Types of Horseracing - There are numerous sorts of horse races, each with their own history and culture. Here are some of the more popular sorts of horse races you could watch on television or see elsewhere. 
God of Love wins the Cup and Saucer Stakes - Saturday at Woodbine, God of Love survived an inquiry to win the Cup and Saucer Stakes over favorite Fast Feet. Also on the card, Art of Almost won the Ontario Matron Stakes (G3) and Special Forces won the Durham Cup (G3). Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Joe Hirsch Turf Classic Day at Belmont - Saturday at Belmont Park, Rockemperor drew off late to win the Joe Hirsch Turf Classic (G1) by 2 lengths over Serve the King and favorite Gufo. Also on the card, Bubble Rock won the Matron Stakes (G3) and Following Sea won the Vosburgh Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Zenyatta Stakes Day at Santa Anita - Sunday concluded "Win and You're In" weekend at Santa Anita with Private Mission taking the Zenyatta Stakes (G2). Also on the card, Ce Ce won the Chillingworth Stakes (G3), Mackinnon won the Zuma Beach Stakes, Cairo Memories won the Surfer Girl Stakes, and Zero Tolerance won the Unzip Me Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Why Is Horseracing So Good? - Ever since the dawn of time, man has enjoyed competition, and when we started to tame horses the same concept applied to them. Possibly because the animals can reach speeds not possible by humans, it is one of the most loved sports in the world.
Awesome Again Stakes Day at Santa Anita - Saturday continued "Win and You're In" weekend at Santa Anita with Medina Spirit romping home 5 lengths in front in the Awesome Again Stakes (G1). Also on the card, Going to Vegas won the Rodeo Drive Stakes (G1), United won the John Henry Turf Championship (G2), Dr. Schivel won the Santa Anita Sprint Championship (G2), and Mo Forza won the City of Hope Mile (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Woodward Stakes Day at Belmont Park - Saturday at Belmont Park, Art Collector won the featured Woodward Stakes (G1) by 1 1/2 lengths over favorite Maxfield with Dr Post third. Also on the card, Jack Christopher won the Champagne Stakes (G1), Arrest Me Red won the Belmont Turf Sprint Invitational (G3), and Sail won the Miss Grillo Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
American Pharoah Stakes Day at Santa Anita - Friday kicked off "Win and You're In" weekend at Santa Anita with Corniche winning the featured American Pharoah Stakes (G1) over Pappacap. Also on the card, Ain't Easy won the Chandelier Stakes (G2), Lieutenant Dan won the Eddie D Stakes (G2), and One Timer won the Speakeasy Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Who Will Win the 2021 King George Chase? - The King George Chase is a Christmas staple in many households around the UK, and indeed the whole equestrian world, as some of the planet’s best steeplechasers converge on Kempton Race Course on Boxing Day.
Hot Rod Charlie zooms in the Pennsylvania Derby (G1) - Saturday at Parx Racing, favorite Hot Rod Charlie won the Pennsylvania Derby (G1) by 2 1/4 lengths over Midnight Bourbon after surviving an objection. Also on the card, Jackie's Warrior won the Gallant Bob Stakes (G2), Hollywood Talent won the Turf Monster Stakes (G3), and You Must Chill won the Alphabet Soup Handicap. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Clairiere clearly best in the Cotillion Stakes (G1) - Again at Parx, favorite Clairiere won the Cotillion (G1) by 2 1/2 lengths over Obligatory and Army Wife. Also on the card, Mind Control won the Parx Dirt Mile, Magic Michael won the Greenwood Cup (G3), and Chub Wagon won the Plum Pretty Stakes. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Mohawk Million Night - Saturday night at Woodbine Mohawk Park, favorite Venerable did not disappoint in the Mohawk Million, winning over Duly Resolved and Valentina Blu. Also on the card, Monte Miki won the Metro Pace, Niki Hill won the She's A Great Lady, Lyons Sentinel won the Milton, Inaminute Hanover won the Simcoe, and Powertrain won the Ontario Sires Stakes Gold. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Summer (G1) and Natalma Stakes (G1) - Sunday at Woodbine were two "Win and You're In" Breeders' Cup races for juveniles on the turf, the Summer (G1) for the colts won by Albahr and the Natalma (G1) for the fillies won by Wild Beauty, both from the team of Godolphin, Charlie Appleby, and Frankie Dettori. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Mistakes Beginners Make at the Races - Sports betting opportunities are starting to grow, bringing in newcomers to the game. Many new players could be subject to making mistakes when looking to play at the races – but what are the biggest beginner mistakes?
Jockey Club Derby Day - Saturday at Belmont Park, Yibir won the $1 million Jockey Club Derby Invitational by 2 1/2 lengths over Soldier Rising the Slicked Back. Also on the card, Shantisara won the Jockey Club Oaks Invitational and Locally Owned won the Grand Prix American Jockey Club Invitational Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Walton Street romps in the Pattison Canadian International (G1) - Saturday at Woodbine, favorite Walton Street drew away to win the Pattison Canadian International (G1) by 5 3/4 lengths over Desert Encounter and Primo Touch. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Town Cruise sails home in the Ricoh Woodbine Mile (G1) - Also Saturday at Woodbine, Town Cruise won the Woodbine Mile (G1) by 2 1/4 lengths over Space Traveller and Raging Bull with favorite Set Piece 7th. Also on the card, La Dragontea won the Canadian Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Haddassah wins the Prince of Wales Stakes - Tuesday at Fort Erie Racetrack, Haddassah held off Harlan Estate by a half length to win the Prince of Wales Stakes #PW21, while favorite Curlin's Catch disappointed in 5th. Also on the card, Red Equinox won the Rondeau Bay Stakes and Red River Rebel won the Lake Erie Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 5 stakes on the card here.
September 11 at Kentucky Downs - Saturday at Kentucky Downs was a rich day highlighted by two $1 million Breeders' Cup "Win and You're In" races, the Calumet Turf Cup (G2) won by Imperador and the FanDuel Turf Sprint Stakes (G3) won by Gear Jockey. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 5 races here.
2021 Pepsi North America Cup Night - Desperate Man rallied to win the $1 million Pepsi North America Cup at Woodbine Mohawk Park on Saturday night by 3/4 length over Perfect Sting and Whichwaytothebeach with favorite Bulldog Hanover fourth. There were six other stakes on the card including the Fan Hanover Stakes won by Fire Start Hanover, the William Wellwood Memorial won by King of the North, and the Goodtimes Stakes won by Fashion Frenzy. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2021 Del Mar Futurity (G1) Day - Monday at Del Mar, Pinehurst romped home 4 1/2 lengths in front to win the Del Mar Futurity (G1) over Finneus with favorite Murray fifth. Also on the card, Mackinnon won the Del Mar Juvenile Turf. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2021 Del Mar Debutante (G1) Day - Sunday at Del Mar, Grace Adler drew away by 11 1/4 lengths to win the Del Mar Debutante (G1) over Dance to the Music with favorite Eda fifth. Also on the card, Liam's Dove won the Del Mar Juvenile Fillies Turf. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Max Player tops in the Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1) - Saturday at Saratoga, Max Player drew away late to win the Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1) by 4 lengths over Happy Saver with favorite Forza Di Oro third. Also on the card, Public Sector won the Saranac Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
War Like Goddess wins the Flower Bowl Stakes (G1) - Also on Saturday at Saratoga, favorite War Like Goddess won the Flower Bowl Stakes (G1) by 2 1/4 lengths over Great Island and My Sister Nat. Also on the card, Cilla won the Prioress Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
The Beginners Guide to Following Horse Racing - Horse racing is a sport that's enjoyed almost everywhere in the world, from Australia to Zimbabwe, but it can be a little daunting or confusing to fans that are just starting to follow it.
Medina Spirit makes a successful return in the Shared Belief Stakes - Sunday at Del Mar, Medina Spirit made his first start since the Preakness a winning one in the Shared Belief Stakes, beating Rock Your World by 1 1/4 lengths. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2021 Woodbine Sales Stakes Day - Sunday at Woodbine there were four stakes for Canadian-breds who went through the Woodbine yearling sales: the Simcoe Stakes won by Ironstone, the Elgin Stakes won by Secret Reserve, the Algoma won by Lorena, and the Muskoka Stakes won by Baksheesh. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Essential Quality tops in the Travers Stakes (G1) - Saturday at Saratoga, favorite Essential Quality held off Midnight Bourbon by a neck to win the 2021 Travers Stakes (G1) with Miles D third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Travers Undercard Stakes - There were 6 other stakes on the 2021 Travers undercard, including the Sword Dancer (G1) won by Gufo, the Personal Ensign (G1) won by Letruska, the Ballerina (G1) won by Gamine, the H. Allen Jerkens Stakes (G1) won by Jackie's Warrior, the Forego (G1) won by Yaupon, and the Ballston Spa (G2) won by Viadera.
Ginobili wins the Pat O'Brien Stakes (G2) - Saturday at Del Mar, Ginobili held off favorite C Z Rocket by 1 3/4 lengths to win the 2021 Pat O'Brien Stakes (G2) with Flagstaff third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
New York Showcase Day at Saratoga - Friday at Saratoga, there were 6 stakes for the NY-breds worth $1.15 million in total, including the Albany Stakes won by Americanrevolution, the Funny Cide Stakes won by Senbei, and the Fleet Indian Stakes won by Byhubbyhellomoney. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2021 Travers Morning Works - Check out 5 of the 7 Travers Stakes horses from Wednesday and Thursday at Saratoga, either on the track or schooling in the paddock, plus 6 horses from other stakes on Travers Day. Includes Essential Quality, Midnight Bourbon, and Gamine.
John's Call and Riskaverse Stakes - Travers week at Saratoga kicked off with the $120,000 John's Call Stakes on Wednesday won by Serve the King. On Thursday afternoon, favorite Rastafara won the $120,000 Riskaverse Stakes for the turf fillies. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
The Biggest Horse Racing Markets - As the biggest horse racing events around the world get underway once more, a growing audience is becoming more interested in the many horse racing options.
Safe Conduct holds on in the Queen's Plate -Favorite Safe Conduct held off Riptide Rock by a head to win the 162nd Queen's Plate at Woodbine on Sunday. H C Holiday was third and the filly Munnyfor Ro was fourth. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Queen's Plate Undercard Stakes - There were three other stakes at Woodbine on Sunday, all on the turf: the Ontario Colleen (G3) won by Our Flash Drive, the Dance Smartly (G2) won by Mutamakina, and the Highlander (G1) won by Silent Poet. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Pacific Classic Day at Del Mar - Saturday at Del Mar, Tripoli drew off late to win the Pacific Classic (G1) by 1 1/4 lengths over Tizamagician and Dr. Post. Also on the card, Going Global won the Del Mar Oaks (G1), Mo Forza won the Del Mar Mile (G2), Astronaut won the Del Mar Handicap (G2), and Private Mission won the Torrey Pines Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Edgeway wins the Rancho Bernardo Handicap (G3) - Friday at Del Mar, favorite Edgeway held off Proud Emma to win the Rancho Bernardo Handicap (G3) by a length with Stellar Sound third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2021 Queen's Plate Entries - A field of 13 was entered for Canada's top race for 3-year-olds, the Queen's Plate, to be run on Sunday at Woodbine. Keep Grinding is the 4-1 morning line favorite and will break from post 8. Get the entries, odds, post positions, and free past performances here.
Olympic Runner gold in the King Edward Stakes (G1) - Sunday at Woodbine on the turf, Olympic Runner rallied to win the King Edward Stakes (G1) by 1 1/4 lengths and set a new course record. Town Cruise was second and favorite March to the Arch third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Two Emmys upsets in the Mr. D. Stakes (G1) - Local longshots Two Emmys led all the way and held off favorite Domestic Spending to win the $600,000 Mr. D Stakes (G1) (formerly the Arlington Million) in its final running at Arlington Park. Also on the card, Another Mystery won the Black Tie Affair Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Santa Barbara victorious in the Beverly D (G1) - Also at Arlington, favorite Santa Barbara rallied to win the Beverly D Stakes (G1) by 3 lengths over Mean Mary and Lemista. Also on the card, Shantisara won the Pucker Up Stakes (G3) and Richiesinthehouse won the Addison Cammack Memorial Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Point Me By tops in the Bruce D. Stakes (G1) - Again at Arlington on Saturday, favorite Point Me By drew clear to win the Secretariat Stakes (G1) by 2 3/4 lengths over Tango Tango Tango and Ginsburned. Also on the card, Bramble Queen won the Mike Spellman Memorial Stakes and Get None won the Isaac Murphy Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Neige Blanche wins the 2021 CTT and TOC Stakes - Saturday at Del Mar, Neige Blanche outfinished Red Lark by a half length to win the CTT and TOC Stakes for Cal-breds with favorite Tapwater third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Arlington International Festival of Racing Workout Photos - Check out photos from the morning works at Arlington on Thursday and Friday as they prepare for the Mr. D. (formerly the Arlington Million), Beverly D., and Bruce D. Stakes on Saturday.
Melbourne Cup 2021: Everything to Know - The Melbourne Cup takes place in Australia and was first run in 1861 and is one of the most prestigious races in the world. The race is so popular in Australia, that in Melbourne the day of the race is always a public holiday.
Con Lima tops in the Saratoga Oaks (G1) - Sunday at Saratoga, favorite Con Lima held off Higher Truth to win the 2021 Saratoga Oaks Invitational (G1) by 3/4 length with Creative Flair third. Also on the card, Wicked Halo won the Adirondack Stakes (G2) and Regal Glory won the De La Rose Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Princess Grace rules in the Yellow Ribbon (G2) - Saturday at Del Mar, Princess Grace held off Dogtag by 1 1/4 lengths to win the 2021 Yellow Ribbon Handicap (G2) with Maxim Rate third. Also on the card, Pappacap won the Best Pal Stakes (G2) for the juveniles. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Knicks Go best in the 2021 Whitney (G1) - Saturday at Saratoga, favorite Knicks Go won the 2021 Whitney Stakes (G1) by 4 1/2 lengths over Maxfield and Silver State. Also on the card, State of Rest won the Saratoga Derby Invitational (G1) and trainer Steve Asmussen became the all-time winningest thoroughbred trainer in North America. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Bella Sofia beautiful in the Test Stakes (G1) - Also on Saturday at Saratoga, Bella Sofia won the Test Stakes (G1) by 4 1/4 lengths over Souper Sensational and favorite Search Results. Also on the card, War Like Goddess won the Glens Falls Stakes (G2) and Flavius won the Lure Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Fast Boat cruises in the Troy Stakes (G3) - Friday at Saratoga, Fast Boat rallied wide to win the Troy Stakes (G3) by a half length over Carotari and Gear Jockey. Also on the card, Public Sector won the National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame Stakes (G2) and Art Collector won the Alydar Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Shedaresthedevil romps in the Clement L. Hirsch Stakes (G1) - Sunday at Del Mar, favorite Shedaresthedevil drew off late to win the 2021 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes (G1) by 3 1/4 lengths over Venetian Harbor and Paige Anne. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2021 Woodbine Oaks Day - Sunday at Woodbine, Munnyfor Ro drew off late to win the Woodbine Oaks by 1 1/4 lengths over Emmeline and Il Maloccio. Also on the card, Avoman won the Plate Trial, Amalfi Coast won the Royal North Stakes (G2), and Souper Stonehenge won the Vigil Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Dr. Schivel gets up in the Bing Crosby Stakes (G1) - Saturday at Del Mar, Dr. Schivel rallied wide to win the 2021 Bing Crosby Stakes (G1) by a neck over Eight Rings and favorite C Z Rocket. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Essential Quality holds on in the Jim Dandy Stakes (G2) - Saturday at Saratoga, favorite Essential Quality held off Keepmeinmind by a half length to win the 2021 Jim Dandy Stakes (G2) with Masqueparade third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Alfred G. Vanderbilt Handicap (G1) and Bowling Green Stakes (G2) - Also at Saratoga, longshot Lexitonian won the Alfred G. Vanderbilt Handicap (G1) by a half length over Special Reserve and Whitmore with favorite Mischevious Alex a dismal 8th. Also on the card, Cross Border won the Bowling Green Stakes (G2). Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Royal Flag rules in the Shuvee Stakes (G3) - Sunday at Saratoga, favorite Royal Flag rallied from last to win the 2021 Shuvee Stakes (G3) by 3/4 length over Horologist and Crystal Ball. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Eddie Read (G2) and San Clemente Stakes (G2) - Saturday at Del Mar, United rallied wide to win the 2021 Eddie Read Stakes (G2) by a neck over favorite Smooth Like Strait and Count Again. Also on the card, Madone won the San Clemente Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Maracuja upsets in the Coaching Club American Oaks (G1) - Saturday at Saratoga, longshot Maracuja outfinished favorite Malathaat to win the 2021 Coaching Club American Oaks (G1) by a head with Clairiere third. Also on the card, favorite Caravel won the Caress Stakes (G3) on the turf. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Avie's Flatter prevails in the Connaught Cup (G2) - Sunday at Woodbine, favorite Avie's Flatter hung on by a head to win the Connaught Cup (G2) over Olympic Runner with Proven Strategies third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Express Train on track in the San Diego Handicap (G2) - Saturday at Del Mar, Express Train held off Tripoli by a half length to win the San Diego Handicap (G2) for older horses with favorite Royal Ship third. Also on the card, Ippodamia's Girl won the Osunitas Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Mandaloun gets the Haskell (G1) on a DQ - Saturday at Monmouth Park, Hot Rod Charlie finished first but was disqualified to last giving the Haskell (G1) win to Mandaloun. Midnight Bourbon clipped heels with Hot Rod Charlie in the stretch and lost his rider, which led to the disqualification. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Haskell Undercard Stakes Results - Also on the card at Monmouth Park were the United Nations Stakes (G1) won by Tribhuvan, Monmouth Cup Stakes (G3) won by Dr Post, the Matchmaker Stakes (G3) won by Great Island, the Molly Pitcher Stakes (G3) won by Graceful Princess, and the Wolf Hill Stakes won by The Critical Way. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Rinaldi wins the Forbidden Apple Stakes (G3) - Friday at Saratoga, favorite Rinaldi held off Value Proposition by a half length to win the 2021 Forbidden Apple Stakes (G3) with Delaware a neck back in third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2021 Opening Day at Saratoga - Thursday was opening day at Saratoga and fans were back for the first time since 2019 with 27,760 in attendance. The feature race was the Schuylerville Stakes (G3) won by Pretty Birdie owned by Mary Lou Whitney Stable. Also on the card, favorite Golden Pal won the Quick Call Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Campanelle lands another G1 at Royal Ascot for trainer Wesley Ward - It turned out to be yet another successful trip over to the UK and Royal Ascot for US trainer Wesley Ward, as Campanelle ran out the winner of the Commonwealth Cup, after the disqualification of Dragon Symbol for interference.
Gamine glorious in the Great Lady M Stakes (G2) - Monday at Los Alamitos, heavy favorite Gamine did not disappoint in the Great Lady M Stakes (G2), drawing away to win easily by 10 lengths over longshots Bella Vita and Road Rager. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Classier tops in the Los Alamitos Derby (G3) - Sunday at Los Alamitos, Classier outfinished favorite Defunded by a nose to win the Los Alamitos Derby (G3) with Ingest a long 14 lengths back in third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Vigilantes Way romps in the Eatontown Stakes (G3) - Sunday at Monmouth, favorite Vigilantes Way drew off to win the Eatontown Stakes (G3) by 2 1/4 lenghts over Valletta and a dead heat for third between Counterparty Risk and Crystal Cliffs. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Whimsical (G3) and Star Shoot Stakes - Saturday at Woodbine, Boardroom held on to win the Whimsical Stakes (G3) over Our Secret Agent in their first graded stakes of the year. Also on the card, Can't Buy Love won the Star Shoot Stakes. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Royal Ascot – 2 Horses to follow - Royal Ascot is one of the biggest events in horse racing, with many US horses travelling over to the UK to take their chances. Here are two horses to follow who should perform well.
Mandaloun wins the Pegasus Stakes - Sunday at Monmouth Park, Kentucky Derby runner-up Mandaloun held off Weyburn to win the Pegasus Stakes by a neck with Dr Jack third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Informative upsets in the Salvator Mile (G3) - Saturday at Monmouth Park, longshot Informative rallied to win the Salvator Mile (G3) by a length over favorite Ny Traffic with Galerio third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Essential Quality best in the Belmont Stakes (G1) - Favorite Essential Quality ran down pacesetter Hot Rod Charlie to win the Belmont Stakes (G1) by 1 1/4 lengths with third place Rombauer 11 1/4 lengths behind them. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Belmont Undercard Stakes Results - There were eight other stakes on the 2021 Belmont undercard, including the Manhattan Handicap (G1), Just a Game Stakes (G1), Metropolitan Handicap (G1), Acorn Stakes (G1), and Ogden Phipps Stakes (G1) won by Domestic Spending, Althiqa, Silver State, Search Results, and Letruska. Get the results, charts, and photos for all eight here.
Devamani wins the Monmouth Stakes (G3) - Saturday at Monmouth Park, Devamani took the lead in the stretch and won the Monmouth Stakes (G3) by 1 1/2 lengths over favorite Winters Back with Corelli third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2021 Belmont Festival Friday Stakes Results - Friday at Belmont Park had 5 stakes races: the True North (G2) won by Firenze Fire, the New York Stakes (G2) won by Mean Mary, the Belmont Gold Cup Invitational (G2) won by Baron Samedi, the Bed o'Roses Invitational (G3) won by Estilo Talentoso, and the Tremont Stakes won by Overbore. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Intercontinental (G3), Wonder Again (G3), and Astoria Stakes - The Belmont Stakes Festival kicked off on Thursday with three stakes races, the Intercontinental (G3) won by Change of Control, the Wonder Again Stakes (G3) won by Con Lima, and the Astoria Stakes won by Happy Soul. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Analyzing the Belmont Stakes Contenders - Our annual analysis using popular angles and statistical trends to see who best matches the profile of a Belmont winner. This year the top horse may surprise you since Essential Quality only ranks third.
Which Horse Is Looking Likely to Win the Epsom Derby This Weekend? - The Epsom Derby is one of the biggest race of the year on the flats, with the best three-year-olds from around England and Ireland going one mile and four furlongs. With the race due to take place Saturday, we thought we'd investigate some of the favourites for the race.
Hollywood Gold Cup Day at Santa Anita - Monday at Santa Anita, favorite Country Grammer held on by a head to win the Hollywood Gold Cup (G1) over Royal Ship and Express Train. Also on the card, Maxim Rate won the Gamely Stakes (G1) and Smooth Like Strait won the Shoemaker Mile Stakes (G1). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2021 Belmont Stakes Entries - A field of only 8 was entered for the 153rd running of the Belmont Stakes on June 5. Essential Quality is the morning line favorite at 2-1 breaking from post 2. Second choice at 3-1 is Preakness winner Rombauer who will break from post 3. Get all the horses, post positions, morning line odds, and free past performances here.
Rombauer upsets in the Preakness (G1) - Saturday at Pimlico, Rombauer rallied in the stretch to win the 2021 Preakness Stakes (G1) by 3 1/2 lengths over Midnight Bourbon and favorite Medina Spirit, giving trainer Mike McCarthy his first Triple Crown race win. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Preakness Undercard Stakes Results - There were 9 other stakes on Preakness day headlined by the Dinner Party Stakes (G2) won by Somelikeithotbrown, the Chick Lang Stakes (G3) won by Mighty Mischief, the Maryland Sprint Stakes (G3) won by Special Reserve, and the Gallorette (G3) won by Mean Mary. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 9 races here.
Miscellaneous Preakness Photos - 13 more photos from Preakness day including Taz singing the National Anthem, Miss Maryland, the trophy being carried to the winner's circle, and more.
Black-Eyed Susan Day Results - Army Wife drew off to win the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes (G2) by 2 3/4 lengths at Pimlico on Friday while favorite Beautiful Gift finished 7th. There were 5 other stakes on the card including the Pimlico Special (G3) won by Last Judgment, the Allaire Dupont Distaff (G3) won by Spice is Nice, and the Miss Preakness Stakes (G3) won by Red Ghost. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 6 races here.
2021 Preakness Friday Photos - Friday morning, some of the Preakness horses were on the track for a last minute tune up at Pimlico. Check out photos of 9 Preakness horses and Black-Eyed Susan winner Army Wife.
2021 Preakness Thursday Photos - Thursday morning, most of the Preakness horses and Black-Eyed Susan fillies were on the track again at Pimlico. Check out photos of all 10 Preakness horses and 8 Black-Eyed Susan fillies, including Unbridled Honor, Midnight Bourbon, and Medina Spirit.
Memories of Pimlico - 2021 will mark the end of an era, as this will be the final Preakness to be run over the original track configuration and the facility will be demolished with even the track surface torn out to redo and reorient them all.
2021 Preakness Wednesday Photos - Wednesday morning, most of the Preakness horses and Black-Eyed Susan fillies were on the track at Pimlico. Check out photos of all 10 Preakness horses and 9 Black-Eyed Susan fillies, including Rombauer, Concert Tour, and France Go de Ina.
Analyzing the top Preakness Contenders - Our annual analysis of the contenders to see who best matches the profile of a Preakness winner. Only three Derby horses are making the trip to Baltimore, but it is one of them that gets top pick.
2021 Preakness Entries - A field of only 10 was entered for the 146th Preakness Stakes, with Medina Spirit as the 9-5 favorite drawing post 3 and stablemate Concert Tour in post 10 set as the second choice at 5-2. Get the horses, morning line odds, and free past performances here.
Stradivarius seeks fourth straight Ascot Gold Cup - Stradivarius is looking to emulate the great Yeats in becoming a four-time winner of the race and there is no doubting he goes into the race as the clear horse to beat.
2021 Preakness Tuesday Photos - Tuesday afternoon, several of the Preakness and Black-Eyed Susan horses arrived at Pimlico and joined others already there walking the shedrow. Photos of 7 Preakness horses and 4 Black-Eyed Susan fillies, including Medina Spirit, Midnight Bourbon, and Crowded Trade.
Man O'War (G1) and Beaugay (G3) Stakes Results - Saturday at Belmont Park, Channel Cat held off Gufo by a nose on the turf in the Man O'War Stakes. Also on the card, Harvey's Lil Goil won the Beaugay Stakes (G3) by a half length. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Peter Pan Stakes (G3), Vagrancy Handicap (G3), and Runhappy Stakes (G3) Results - Also at Belmont Park, Promise Keeper drew away by 2 1/4 lengths to win the Peter Pan Stakes (G3) over Nova Rags, Victim of Love won the Vagrancy Handicap (G3), and Firenze Fire won the Runhappy Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Kentucky Derby Follow-up - Trainer Bob Baffert had a press conference at his barn on Sunday morning and brought out Derby winner Medina Spirit to pose for the media. Check out the comments and photos.
Medina Spirit best in the 2021 Kentucky Derby (G1) - Saturday at Churchill Downs, Medina Spirit went to the front early and held on by a half length to win the Kentucky Derby (G1) over Mandaloun and Hot Rod Charlie. Favorite Essential Quality was bumped at the start but got up for fourth. This makes trainer Bob Baffert the all-time top Derby trainer with 7 wins total. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Miscellaneous Kentucky Derby Photos - All kinds of photos from Oaks day and Derby Day, including trophies, flowers, anthem singers, scenic shots, and more. Check out the photos.
Kentucky Derby Field - Photos for each horse from the post parade plus where they finished.
Kentucky Derby Undercard Stakes Results - There were 6 other stakes on the card with the Derby, including the Old Forester Turf Classic (G1) won by both Colonel Liam and Domestic Spending in a dead heat, the Derby City Distaff (G1) won by Gamine, the Churchill Distaff Turf Mile (G2) won by Blowout, the Churchill Downs Stakes (G1) won by Flagstaff, the American Turf (G2) won by Du Jour, and the Pat Day Mile (G3) won by Jackie's Warrior. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Derby Day at Belmont Park - Saturday at Belmont Park was the first time spectators were allowed back in since the pandemic. There were 3 stakes on the card as well as simulcast betting for the Kentucky Derby. Magic Attitude won the Sheepshead Bay Stakes (G2), Dr Post won the Westchester Stakes (G3), and Tribhuvan won the Fort Marcy Stakes (G2). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Malathaat wins the 2021 Kentucky Oaks (G1) - Favorite Malathaat broke poorly but got the lead in the stretch and held on to win the Kentucky Oaks (G1) by neck at Churchill Downs on Friday. Search Results was second and Will's Secret was third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Kentucky Oaks Undercard Stakes Results - There were 5 other stakes on the card today with the Oaks, including the La Troienne (G1) won by Shedaresthedevil , the Alysheba (G2) won by Maxfield, the Eight Belles (G2) won by Obligatory, the Twin Spires Turf Sprint (G3) won by Fast Boat, and the Edgewood Stakes (G3) won by Gift List. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
April 29 Kentucky Derby Photos - The weather was overcast on Thursday morning at Churchill Downs with rain starting around 10am. Many of the Oaks and Derby horses were out today despite the muddy track, so here are photos of 17 Derby horses and 10 Oaks fillies, including Brooklyn Strong, Midnight Bourbon, Sainthood, and Travel Column.
April 28 Kentucky Derby Photos - The weather was overcast on Wednesday morning at Churchill Downs with rain later the afternoon. Most of the Oaks and Derby horses were out today, so here are photos of 19 Derby horses and all 13 Oaks fillies (one scratched), including Essential Quality, Rock Your World, Hot Rod Charlie, and Search Results.
2021 Kentucky Derby Analysis - Our 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 is a narrow winner for top choice.
2021 Kentucky Derby Entries - A field of 20 was entered for the 147th Kentucky Derby on Tuesday As expected, undefeated Essential Quality was set as the morning line favorite at 2-1 from post 14. Get all the horses, post positions, morning line odds, and free past performances here.
April 27 Kentucky Derby Photos - The weather was beautiful again on Tuesday morning at Churchill Downs, although clouds moved in during the afternoon. Lots more horses out today, so here are photos of 17 Derby horses and all 14 Oaks fillies, including Bourbonic, Mandaloun, Sainthood, and Pass the Champagne.
Kentucky Derby Winners and Auction Prices - Bigger may seem better, but in the case of Kentucky Derby horses who sold at auction, less is more. Here is a look at how (badly) high priced auction purchases have done in the Kentucky Derby and the auction prices for this year's Derby horses.
April 26 Kentucky Derby Photos - The weather was perfect on Monday morning at Churchill Downs and many of the Derby and Oaks horses were out on the track. Includes photos of 13 Derby horses and 10 Oaks fillies, including Essential Quality, Super Stock, Medina Spirit, and Malathaat.
2021 Kentucky Oaks Entries - On Monday morning the post positions were drawn for the 147th Longines Kentucky Oaks and a full field of 14 3-year-old fillies made the entry box, with 5-2 morning line favorite Malathaat drawing post 10. Get the horses, post positions, and free past performances here.
April 25 Kentucky Derby Photos - Sunday morning at Churchill Downs was another busy one with lots of Derby and Oaks horses out for a gallop plus two new arrivals in the afternoon. Includes photos of 9 Derby horses, 9 Oaks fillies, and 4 other horses, including Hot Rod Charlie, Known Agenda, Search Results, and Lava Man.
April 24 Kentucky Derby Photos - Saturday morning at Churchill Downs many of the Derby and Oaks horses had timed works. Includes photos of 8 Derby horses and 4 Oaks fillies, including Essential Quality, Highly Motivated, King Fury, Mandaloun, and Super Stock who all had timed works.
April 23 Kentucky Derby Photos - Our 2021 Kentucky Derby coverage kicks off with the arrival at Churchill Downs of four of trainer Bob Baffert's horses on Friday afternoon. Includes Medina Spirit, Beautiful Gift, Triple Tap, and Charlatan.
A look back at the 2021 Grand National - This year the winner was eight-year-old Minella Times for trainer Henry DeBromhead and jockey Rachael Blackmore who became the first female jockey to win the race.
2020 Sovereign Awards - Thursday the virtual Sovereign Award ceremony for Canadian Thoroughbred racing champions was held via livestream and Mighty Heart won both Horse of the Year and Champion 3-Year-Old Male. Trainer Mark Casse was Outstanding Trainer for the 13th time and Pink Lloyd was Champion Male Sprinter for the 4th time. Get all the winners with photos here.
Arkansas Derby (G1) day at Oaklawn Park - Saturday at Oaklawn, Super Stock rallied to win the Arkansas Derby (G1) by 2 1/2 lengths over Caddo River with Concert Tour third. Also on the card, C Z Rocket won the Count Fleet Sprint Handicap (G3), By My Standards won the Oaklawn Mile, and Edgeway won the Carousel Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Gamine graceful in the Las Flores Stakes (G3) - Sunday at Santa Anita, heavy favorite Gamine won her 2021 debut in the Las Flores Stakes (G3) by 5 lengths over stablemate Qahira and Biddy Duke. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Santa Anita Derby (G1) Day - Saturday at Santa Anita, Rock Your World won the Santa Anita Derby (G1) by 4 1/4 lengths over favorite Medina Spirit. Also on the card, Soothsay won the Santa Anita Oaks (G1), Charmaine's Mia won the Royal Heroine Stakes (G2), Going Global won the Providencia Stakes (G3), The Chosen Vron won the Echo Eddie Stakes, and Becca Taylor won the Evening Jewel Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Bourbonic a longshot bomb in the Wood Memorial (G2) - Saturday at Aqueduct, 72-1 longshot Bourbonic won the Wood Memorial (G2) by a head over Dynamic One with Crowded Trade third. Also on the card, Drain the Clock won the Bay Shore Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Wood Memorial (G1) Day Continues - Also at Aqueduct, Mischevious Alex won the Carter Handicap (G1) by 5 1/2 lengths over Mind Control. Also on the card, Search Results won the Gazelle Stakes (G3) and Modernist won the Excelsior Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 5 - The fifth and final Future Wager pool for this year's Kentucky Derby is now closed. Undefeated Essential Quality is the favorite at 4-1. Get the horses, final odds, will-pays, and free past performances here.
Mystic Guide wins the Dubai World Cup (G1) - Saturday at Meydan, favorite Mystic Guide drew off late to win the 2021 Dubai World Cup (G1) by 3 3/4 lengths over Chuwa Wizard with Magny Cours third. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Dubai World Cup Undercard Stakes - There were 8 other stakes races on the card including the Sheema Classic won by Mishriff, the Dubai Turf won by Lord North, the UAE Derby won by Rebel's Romance, the Golden Shaheen won by Zenden, the Al Quoz Sprint won by Extravagant Kid, the Dubai Gold Cup won by Subjectivist, the Godolphin Mile won by Secret Ambition, and the Kahayla Classic won by Deryan. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Dubai World Cup Workouts - 15 of the Dubai World Cup card horses on either the main track, training track, or turf course at Meydan Friday morning. Several US horses are here including Sleepy Eyes Todd, Jesus' Team, and Channel Maker.
Dubai World Cup Workouts - 22 of the Dubai World Cup card horses on either the main track or training track at Meydan Thursday morning. Several US horses are here including Snapper Sinclair, Cowan, and Ambivalent.
Dubai World Cup Workouts - 16 of the Dubai World Cup card horses on either the main track or training track at Meydan Wednesday morning. Several US horses are here including Sleepy Eyes Todd, Title Ready, and Channel Maker.
Dubai World Cup Entries - Post positions were drawn today for the Dubai World Cup, to be run on Saturday, and the 8 other stakes on the card. A field of 14 was entered for the big race, with Mystic Guide the 5-2 early favorite followed by Jesus' Team at 6-1. Get the entries, post positions, and free past performances here.
Dubai World Cup Workouts - 42 of the Dubai World Cup card horses on either the main track, training track, or turf course at Meydan Tuesday morning. Several US horses are here including Jesus' Team, Extravagant Kid, and Avant Garde.
Louisiana Derby (G2) day at The Fair Grounds - Hot Rod Charlie drew off to win the TwinSpires Louisiana Derby (G2) by 2 lengths over Midnight Bourbon and O Besos. Also on the card, Travel Column won the Fair Grounds Oaks (G2), Colonel Liam won the Mervin H. Muniz Jr. Memorial Classic (G2), Chess Chief won the New Orleans Classic (G2), Who Took the Money won the Crescent City Derby, Australasia won the Crescent City Oaks, Summer in Saratoga won the Tom Benson Memorial Stakes, and Classy John won the Costa Rising Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos for all 8 stakes on the card here.
Two to follow from the Cheltenham Festival 2021 - The Cheltenham festival in the UK, which is always one of the most followed events in the sport each year, gave us two stars to follow: Appreciate It winner of the Supreme Novices' hurdle and Honeysuckle winner of the Champion hurdle.
Leggs Galore wins the Irish O'Brien Stakes - Sunday at Santa Anita, favorite Leggs Galore won the Irish O'Brien Stakes by 2 1/4 lengths over Bella Vita and Sadie Bluegrass. Bonus: morning workout photos of top Derby contender Life Is Good. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Rebel Stakes Day at Oaklawn - Saturday at Oaklawn, Concert Tour drew away to win the Rebel Stakes (G2) by 4 1/4 lengths over Hozier and Big Lake. Also on the card, Shedaresthedevil won the Azeri Stakes (G2), Silver State won the Essex Handicap, Carlos L. won the Temperance Hill Stakes, and C Z Rocket won the Hot Springs Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Swiss Skydiver victorious in the Beholder Mile (G1) - Saturday at Santa Anita, favorite Swiss Skydiver won the Beholder Mile (G1) by 2 3/4 lengths over As Time Goes By and Golden Principal. Also on the card, Gregorian Chant won the San Simeon Stakes (G3) and Triple Tap, half brother to American Pharoah, won his debut. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Beautiful Gift gets up to win the Santa Ysabel (G3) - Sunday at Santa Anita, Beautiful Gift rallied on the outside to win the Santa Ysabel (G3) by a head over Moraz with favorite Kalypso third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Santa Anita Handicap Day - Saturday at Santa Anita, Idol got up late to win the Santa Anita Handicap (G1) by a half length over Express Train with favorite Maxfield third. Also on the card, Hit the Road won the Frank E. Kilroe Mile (G1), Life Is Good won the San Felipe Stakes (G2), Brickyard Ride won the San Carlos Stakes (G2), and Going Global won the China Doll Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 4 - The fourth Future Wager pool for this year's Kentucky Derby is now closed and Life Is Good was the favorite at 2-1 with Essential Quality the second choice at 5-1. This weekend also included the only Kentucky Oaks Future Wager pool with Clairiere the favorite at 7-2. Get the horses, final odds, will-pays, and free past performances here.
Tampa Bay Derby Day - Saturday at Tampa Bay Downs, Helium upset in the Tampa Bay Derby (G2) over Hidden Stash and Moonlite Strike with favorite Candy Man Rocket a dismal 11th. Also on the card, Domain Expertise won the Florida Oaks (G3), Micheline won the Hillsborough Stakes (G2), Last Judgment won the Challenger Stakes (G3), and Winfromwithin won the Columbia Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Gotham (G3) Stakes Day at Aqueduct - Saturday, longshot Weyburn got up by a nose to win the featured Gotham Stakes (G3) over Crowded Trade with favorite Highly Motivated third. Also on the card, Chateau won the Tom Fool Handicap (G3), Search Results won the Busher Stakes, and Lake Avenue won the Heavenly Prize Invitational. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Southwest Stakes day at Oaklawn - Saturday at Oaklawn, favorite Essential Quality remained undefeated, winning the Southwest Stakes (G3) for his 2021 debut over Spielberg and Jackie's Warrior. Also on the card, Mystic Guide won the Razorback Handicap (G3) and Kimari won the Spring Fever Stakes. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Mishriff scores big in the Saudi Cup - Mishriff outran favorite Charlatan in the stretch to win the second $20 million Saudi Cup by a length on Saturday evening at King Abdulaziz Racetrack in Riyadh. Great Scot finished third. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Saudi Cup undercard stakes - There were 7 other stakes on the card including the Red Sea Turf Handicap won by Gifts of Gold, the Saudi Arabian Airlines Riyadh Dirt Sprint won by Copano Kicking, the stc 1351 Turf Sprint won by Space Blues, the Al Rahji Bank Saudi Derby won by Pink Kamehameha, and the Obaiya Arabian Classic, Neom Turf Cup, and Jockey Club Local Handicap won by Mubasher Alkhalediah, True Self, and Albathaly. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
stc International Jockeys Challenge and the International Handicap - The night before the $20 million Saudi Cup, King Abdulaziz Racetrack in Riyadh hosted the second $1.6 million stc International Jockeys Challenge with 14 riders from around the world competing. Irish jockey Shane Foley was the winner with local jockey Adel Alfouraidi second.
Saudi Cup Friday Morning Gallops - Friday morning before the second Saudi Cup, lots of horses were on the track including US entries Charlatan, Tacitus, and Knicks Go. Check out photos of 14 of the horses from Friday morning at King Abdulaziz Racetrack in Riyadh plus some scenic shots.
Saudi Cup Thursday Morning Gallops - Thursday morning before the second Saudi Cup, lots of horses were on the track including US entries Charlatan, Tacitus, and Max Player. Check out photos of 41 of the horses from Thursday morning at King Abdulaziz Racetrack in Riyadh.
2021 Saudi Cup Entries - Entries closed on Wednesday and post positions were drawn that evening for the second running of the $20 million Saudi Cup at King Abdulaziz Racetrack in Riyadh. Charlatan is the likely favorite from post 9 with Knicks Go in post 5 and Mishriff in post 12. Get all the horses, post positions, and odds here.
Saudi Cup Wednesday Morning Gallops - Wednesday morning before the second Saudi Cup, lots of horses were on the track including Knicks Go, Bangkok, Prince of Arran, and Mirinaque. Check out photos of 29 of the horses from Wednesday morning at King Abdulaziz Racetrack in Riyadh.
Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 3 - The third Future Wager pool for this year's Kentucky Derby is now closed and the favorite once again is the mutuel field at 3-1 with Life Is Good at 7-1 and Essential Quality tied for second choice at 8-1. Get the horses, final odds, and free past performances here.
Las Virgenes (G2) and San Marcos Stakes (G2) - Saturday at Santa Anita, Moonlight d'Oro beat favorite Kalypso to win the Las Virgenes Stakes (G2) with Moraz third. Also on the card, Master of Hounds won the San Marcos Stakes (G2) plus bonus coverage of the Baffle Stakes on Friday won by Earls Rock. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
San Vicente (G2) and Thunder Road Stakes (G3) - Also at Santa Anita, Concert Tour ran down pacesetter Freedom Fighter to win the San Vicente Stakes (G2) by a half length with The Chosen Vron third. Also on the card, Hit the Road won the Thunder Road Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
San Pasqual Stakes (G2) day at Santa Anita - Saturday, Express Train drew away in the San Pasqual Stakes (G2) by 3 1/4 lengths over Tizamagician and Idol. Also on the card, Medina Spirit won the Robert B. Lewis Stakes (G3) for the 3-year-olds. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
2020 Eclipse Award Winners - Authentic won Horse of the Year and Champion 3-year-old Male at the Eclipse Awards. Other winners included Monomoy Girl as Champion Older Female, Swiss Skydiver as Champion 3-year-old Filly, and Whitmore as Champion Male Sprinter. Get all the winners, details about them, and the vote totals here.
Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 2 - The second Future Wager pool for this year's Kentucky Derby is now closed and the favorite once again is the mutuel field at 9-5 with Life Is Good the second choice at 7-1 and Essential Quality third choice at 8-1. Get the horses, final odds, will-pays, and free past performances here.
A look at the opening day of the Cheltenham festival 2021 - The 2021 Cheltenham festival is now fast approaching, as anticipation continues to build in what is always one of the biggest horse racing events world-wide each year. Sadly, due to the corona virus pandemic, there will be no spectators in attendance.
La Canada Stakes (G3) and Las Cienegas Stakes (G3) - Saturday at Santa Anita, Sanenus drew away by 6 lengths to win the La Canada Stakes (G3) with Miss Stormy D second and Hard Not to Love third. Also on the card, Charmaine's Mia won the Las Cienegas Stakes (G3). Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Early 2021 Kentucky Derby Contenders Emerge from Juvenile Program - There is a long Road to the Kentucky Derby series for Triple Crown hopefuls, but whether any of the precocious juvenile talents can train on into their three-year-old season is part of what makes the qualification process so exciting.
Kalypso dances in the Santa Ynez Stakes (G2) - Sunday at Santa Anita, favorite Kalypso was an easy winner in the Santa Ynez Stakes (G2) for the 3-year-old fillies with Frosteria second and Brilliant Cut third. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
San Gabriel (G2) and Sham Stakes (G3) - Saturday at Santa Anita, Anothertwistafate drew away to win the San Gabriel (G2) on the turf by 2 1/4 lengths over pacesetter Bob and Jackie with favorite Count Again last. Also on the card, Life Is Good won the Sham Stakes (G3) for the 3-year-olds. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Hembree gets up in the Joe Hernandez Stakes (G2) - Friday at Santa Anita, Hembree got up by 3/4 length to win the Joe Hernandez Stakes (G2) over True Valour and Blitzkrieg while favorite Wildman Jack faded to sixth. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Naming a Thoroughbred - Happy New Year! All Thoroughbreds, regardless of their actual date of birth, are given an official birthday of January 1st to keep the age groups easily defined for race conditions. Here are the rules for picking a name.

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