Colonial Downs will race 48 days in 2026 Press release December 15, 2025 Today, the Virginia Racing Commission approved an expanded and modified 48-day live racing season for Colonial Downs Racetrack in 2026. This will be the most live racing days ever held in a single season at Colonial Downs in its nearly thirty-year history. […]
Owner-breeder Sam English, 80, dies The Biz December 2, 2025 Sam Earl English II, DDS, 80, an accomplished dentist and respected equestrian from Virginia, passed away on November 27, 2025. Known for his integrity, faith and quiet leadership, Dr. English a dental practice located throughout central Virginia. This article contains affiliate links. If you click […]
Press release November 10, 2025 Colonial Downs Racetrack today unveiled a series of special ticket and experience packages for the 2026 Virginia Derby on March 14, 2026, including a limited number of General Admission tickets available for the fan-friendly price of just $5. Last year’s Virginia Derby sold out, so fans are encouraged to purchase […]
The Biz October 23, 2025 In the years since she saddled her first winner in 2016, trainer Madison Meyers has built her Middleburg, Virginia-based operation step by step, win-by-win, from one win to three, to six to eight. But 2025 was even better, a breakout year that brought new milestones, new stars and new attention. […]
The Biz October 22, 2025 When Patriot Spirit won the Grade 3 Vosburgh Stakes at Belmont at the Big A on September 27, it was more than just a stakes win. The four-year-old colt secured a ticket to the Breeders’ Cup with a victory and a victory in the Breeders’ Cup and gave trainer Michael […]
The Biz October 14, 2025 O’Sullivan Farms is pleased to announce that Cross Traffic, sire of Eclipse Champion 2YO filly Jaywalk, will attend the 2026 breeding season at the historic Mt. Airy Farm in Millwood, Virginia. Cross Traffic represents a rare opportunity for Mid-Atlantic breeders to access championship bloodlines while qualifying for lucrative incentives from […]