CT: Muad’dib looks for second consecutive row The Biz February 3, 2026 Millionaire Muad’dib will aim for his second consecutive victory – and 19th victory overall – with Thursday’s $36,200 allowance for state-bred horses at the Charles Town Races. The seven-furlong contest is considered the eighth race and tops a stacked card with five allowances […]
The historic cold snap has riders hoping for the best Ted Black February 1, 2026 Amid a historic polar vortex that canceled live racing in Charles Town for all four nights last week and could last for another two weeks, local trainers are trying to make the best of it. Trainers Ronney Brown, Javier Contreras […]
CT: Now healthy, Moonlit Notion is rediscovering winning ways Ted Black January 30, 2026 Trainer Tim Grams is one of many conditioners who have sidelined horses with various minor ailments and illnesses. But his talented homebred Moonlit Notion is back in form after missing time and losing weight due to an unusual medical condition not […]
Charles Town announces its 2026 betting list Press release January 20, 2026 Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races has released its 2026 betting schedule after approval by the West Virginia Racing Commission. Charles Town’s biggest day on the 2026 calendar follows a format that began in 2020, when Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races presents […]
Johannes Piassek January 19, 2026 There was a lot of racing action in the Mid-Atlantic this past week. Here’s a look at each song’s “three stars”: THE BEST IN THE REGION Quint’s Brew rose in the final stride to win the Jennings Stakes for the second year in a row. Photo: Jim McCue FIRST STAR: […]
Charles Town Picks and Analysis: January 17, 2026 The Biz January 17, 2026 POST TIME: 7:00 PM VARIETIES ON A MAP: 8 TRANSFERS: Jackpot pick 6, $26,011 Choose 5, None This article contains affiliate links. If you click and buy, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Buy reliable and rewarding […]
The Biz December 16, 2025 We follow the latest jockey and trainer statistics from Charles Town. Who’s hot (and not)? As the 2025 meeting progresses, we’ll be keeping track of the yearly and weekly jockey and trainer stats, and going into a bit more detail. The numbers: This article contains affiliate links. If you click […]
Johannes Piassek December 15, 2025 There was a lot of racing action in the Mid-Atlantic this past week. Here’s a look at each song’s “three stars”: THE BEST IN THE REGION Twisted Ride (#2) just held off Uncle Ernie to win the Page McKenney. Photo by Nikki Sherman/EQUI-PHOTO.. FIRST STAR: TWISTED RIDE. Parx’ Monday program […]
Charles Town completes 2025 season Ted Black December 14, 2025 Last Saturday evening, as spectators braced for the possibility of a winter storm expected to arrive during the final stretch of the card, Charles Town honored its leading jockey, trainer and owners, each receiving a handsome plaque commemorating their success at the Jefferson County oval. […]
The Biz December 9, 2025 We follow the latest jockey and trainer statistics from Charles Town. Who’s hot (and not)? As the 2025 meeting progresses, we’ll be keeping track of the yearly and weekly jockey and trainer stats, and going into a bit more detail. The numbers: This article contains affiliate links. If you click […]