“We now have a cat to play with and he will get entries in all the races in the top six and seven furlongs.” Quinault could look for further riches in the Middle East after storming to victory in Qatar this weekend. Stuart Williams’ world traveler achieved the twelfth success of his career when he […]
Paladin (left) passes Chip Honcho en route to capture the Risen Star Stakes (G2) and remain perfect in three lifetime starts. The son of Gun Runner was ridden by Tyler Gaffalione and trained by Chad Brown for an ownership group that includes Mrs. John Magnier, Michael Tabor, Derrick Smith, Peter Brant, Brook T. Smith and […]
The fragile peace in American thoroughbred racing has officially broken. In a move that signals the end of bureaucratic patience, the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority has decided (STOCK) has filed a formal complaint against Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI), alleging that the home of the Kentucky Derby has failed to pay more than $2 million […]
Through a FOIA request to the Oregon Racing Commission, I have confirmed the next killings at that state’s tracks in 2025. However, this comes with major caveats. First of all, I know about a murder last year (Lusma). not included in the FOIA response (Oregon’s administration has always been sloppy). Furthermore, the Commission has not […]
Each week, members of the national media vote on the nation’s top contenders on the Triple Crown trail in the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (INTRA) Top Thoroughbred Survey. Week 4 of the 2026 NTRA Top 3-Year-Old Thoroughbred Poll includes races through February 15. The poll is led by Fasig-Tipton Risen Star Stakes winner Paladin, followed […]
The Sunland Park Derby can sometimes be seen as a byway rather than a highway on the road to the Kentucky Derby (G1). However, a look through the data shows that the New Mexico event has produced twelve Kentucky Derby starters since its inception in 2003, with Mine That Bird finishing fourth at Sunland Park […]
The 2024 Grand National winner I Am Maximus will lead the weights for this year’s race at Aintree on April 11. The Willie Mullins-trained horse, owned by JP McManus, finished second last year to stablemates Nick Rockett and Grangeclare West. The 10-year-old also led the weights last year and will again carry the 11st 12lb. […]
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The Biz February 18, 2026 We track the latest jockey and trainer statistics from Maryland. Who’s hot (and not)? As the 2026 season progresses, we’ll be tracking the jockey and trainer stats on a yearly and weekly basis, and going into a bit more detail. Buy reliable and rewarding tickets for major events! This article […]