Horse Racing

In a heart-pounding stretch duel that lived up to the tradition of the historic race, Resolute Racing’s Excellent Truth emerged victorious over post-time favorite She Feels Pretty in Saturday’s Grade 1, $500,000 Dunkin’ Diana at Saratoga Race Course. The nine-furlong Mellon turf test for older fillies and mares was originally scheduled for the Spa’s inner

One of the most cherished traditions in American horse racing returns this week, as Saratoga Race Course opens its gates on Thursday, July 10, 2025, for the official start of its iconic summer meet. The 40-day meet runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 1, and promises world-class racing, exciting promotions, and family-friendly fun. Opening Day

Legendary Horse Trainer Peter Easterby’s Remarkable Life Story There are many prestigious and iconic pioneers who have since played a pivotal role in shaping horse racing into the prodigy that it is known as to this day, with one such figure being the late great Peter Easterby who’s legacy within the industry will span for

The 2025 Triple Crown season came to a close in dramatic fashion Saturday at Saratoga Race Course, as Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty surged past Preakness winner Journalism in the stretch to capture the Belmont Stakes, reaffirming his place as the leading 3-year-old in the country. Trained by Hall of Famer Bill Mott and ridden expertly

With Triple Crown dreams off the table but championship honors still very much at stake, the 2025 Belmont Stakes returns to Saratoga Race Course this Saturday as a wide-open contest led by the two colts who’ve already claimed the season’s first two jewels: Journalism and Sovereignty. The field of eight 3-year-olds was drawn Monday afternoon,

In the final Preakness Stakes at the historic Pimlico Race Course before it undergoes demolition and redevelopment, Journalism delivered a headline-worthy performance. Battling adversity down the stretch, the determined colt surged past rivals in dramatic fashion to win the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, stamping himself as a serious contender for 3-year-old

The 150th running of the Preakness Stakes (G1) at historic Pimlico Race Course promises an exciting renewal of the Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown. Though Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty skips this leg, a competitive and talent-rich field of 10 sophomores will line up in Baltimore, headlined by Journalism, the Derby runner-up, who is poised

On a rain-drenched Saturday at Churchill Downs, Sovereignty surged through the slop to capture the 151st Kentucky Derby, delivering a masterclass performance in the mud and holding off pre-race favorite Journalism down the stretch to win by 1 ½ lengths. The 3-year-old colt, entered at 7-1 odds, clocked in at 2:02.31 under jockey Junior Alvarado,

The 151st running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday May 3rd, promises to deliver both high-end star power and the intrigue that only a 20-horse field can offer. At the head of affairs stands Journalism (3-1) — a deserving favorite who checks every imaginable box heading into Churchill Downs’ biggest day. In my opinion, there

As widely expected by opponents, the Florida House of Representatives voted Friday evening to pass House Bill 1467, a broad gambling bill that includes a controversial provision pushed by The Stronach Group to decouple racing and gaming licenses. The bill passed by a 70-34 margin, just surpassing the two-thirds threshold needed to override a potential

Florida’s embattled horsemen found a critical ally last week in their fight against House Bill 105, a piece of legislation that would allow Gulfstream Park to decouple its casino and live racing operations — a move that industry leaders warn could devastate Florida’s storied Thoroughbred sector. At last Thursday’s session of the Ocala Breeders’ Sales

In a pivotal and emotionally charged session last Tuesday night, the Florida Senate Regulated Industries Committee voted 5-2 to advance House Bill 105, a measure that would allow Gulfstream Park to decouple its live racing and casino licenses. The legislation, seen by many as a watershed moment for Florida’s storied Thoroughbred industry, moved forward only

The path to the 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1) took an exhilarating turn on March 29 as Tappan Street held off a determined field to claim victory in the $1 million Florida Derby (G1) at Gulfstream Park. The bay son of Into Mischief, owned by WinStar Farm, CHC, and Cold Press Racing, showcased his talent and

A bill that could significantly alter Florida’s horse racing landscape is advancing in the state’s House of Representatives. House Bill 105, sponsored by Rep. Adam Anderson (R-Palm Harbor), recently passed its first committee vote with a 12-4 margin, moving closer to becoming law. The proposed legislation would remove the requirement for Florida’s horse tracks to

The road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby took an interesting turn Saturday as Owen Almighty dominated the Grade 3, $400,000 Tampa Bay Derby with a powerful front-running performance. The victory, achieved with a confident ride from jockey Irad Ortiz Jr., secured valuable Derby qualifying points — yet Owen Almighty’s ultimate destination on May 3 at

The road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby took a dramatic turn at Gulfstream Park on Saturday as Sovereignty staged a thrilling last-to-first rally to capture the 79th running of the Grade 2 Fountain of Youth Stakes. The Godolphin homebred son of Into Mischief cemented himself as a legitimate contender for the Triple Crown campaign, earning

The road to the Kentucky Derby (G1) continues at Gulfstream Park on March 1 with the $415,000 Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2), a pivotal prep race that will award 50-25-15-10-5 points to the top five finishers. Trainer Ian Wilkes and Whitham Thoroughbreds’ Burnham Square will headline the field of eight 3-year-olds, seeking to solidify his

The solution is clear: Palm Meadows has the potential to preserve horse racing in South Florida, but action is needed now. Horse racing stakeholders must come together, overcome the traditional divisiveness of the industry, and invest in a new future. Palm Beach County should also recognize the economic benefits that a racetrack would bring to

The future of Gulfstream Park, one of Florida’s iconic thoroughbred horse racing venues, is under threat as a controversial bill advances through the state legislature. The proposed legislation, known as House Bill 105 (HB 105), aims to eliminate the requirement for the state’s two remaining thoroughbred tracks, Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach and Tampa Bay

The 2025 Kentucky Derby trail gained further clarity on Saturday as Burnham Square emerged victorious in the Grade 3, $265,000 Holy Bull Stakes at Gulfstream Park. Overcoming the widest post in a field of seven, the Ian Wilkes-trained gelding displayed tactical speed, resilience, and an impressive finishing kick to secure a 1 3/4-length victory over