United States Polo Association membership and handicap director Lindsay Greenway notes efforts to promote the abilities of Thoroughbreds in post-racing careers at the International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses April 24 in Lexington.
The Horse of the Year returns to the races March 8, intent on a full season of competition for the first time in a decade. Yes, it has become that unusual. Thorpedo Anna , long may she reign, is entered against six older fillies and mares in the 1 1/16-mile Azeri Stakes (G2) at Oaklawn Park….
The Haneda Hai (G1), the first leg of the Dirt Triple Crown for 3-year-olds in Japan, takes place April 29 at Oi Racecourse in Tokyo, going 1,800 meters. Fifteen runners, including four Japan Racing Association-based horses, are entered in the race which carries a purse of ¥87,500,000 (approx. US$607,175). Natural Rise , the likely favorite, was bred…
Image: Bradley Photos The Queen Elizabeth Stakes is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated races of the day, with a stellar field of contenders. The main event sees the highly regarded Dubai Honour face off against Via Sistina, two international stars clashing for the first time in Australia. Adding depth to the…
Living up to his name, Winchell Thoroughbreds’ Extra Anejo continues improving with age as shown by his first graded stakes victory April 8 in the $350,000 Commonwealth Stakes (G3) at Keeneland. The 5-year-old son of Into Mischief trained by Steve Asmussen has been a consistent winner since capturing his debut at 2 by 9 1/2…
On Feb. 1, Phil and Christine Hatfield were able to toss their own hats in celebration. On that day, their six-year-old mare, Saffron Moon, earned the pair their first graded stakes win as owners. Source link
The fifth day of the under tack show for the Ocala Breeders’ Sales Spring 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale saw a quartet of youngsters stand out as they each worked an eighth in :09 4/5 to tie for the fastest time at that distance April 10. With temperatures in the mid-70s and light wind throughout, two…
