Retired English Trainer Michael Jarvis Dies
Michael Jarvis, a prominent veteran English trainer who sent out Carroll House to win the Arc, died Tuesday, Sept. 20, at the age of 73.
Articles posted September 20, 2011
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Keeneland Sale Still Up--And So Is Morale
- By Tom LaMarra
- Sales, Kentucky
A day after the Keeneland September yearling sale topped its 2010 gross with five days to go, the ninth day of selling was up over last year. And the importance of that development goes far beyond the numbers.
Slideshow: The Week In Photos - Sept 19, 2011
Winter Memories, Rapid Redux, the Keeneland Sales, and more. View Slideshow
Talkin' Horses with Javier Castellano
The September 20 edition of Talkin' Horse featuring Jockey Javier Castellano has now been archived. Castellano answers questions about Winter Memories, Stay Thirsty, Ghostzapper, and more. Listen Now!
Television on Agenda at Simulcast Conference
Racing on television will be the focus of the closing session during the Oct. 5 closing session of the 19th Annual Simulcast Conference in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Pennsylvania Derby Attracts Big Names
Belmont Stakes (gr. I) winner Ruler On Ice was made the 5-2 morning-line favorite for the $1 million Pennsylvania Derby (gr. II), but by post time Sept. 24 most of the money could land on To Honor and Serve.
Jockey Pimentel Records 1,000th Victory
Jockey Julian Pimentel posted his 1,000th career victory in the ninth race at Delaware Park Sept. 19.
2011 Thoroughbred Live Foal Report
There were few surprises Sept. 15 when The Jockey Club released the live foal report for 2011 that showed 23,558 live foals have been registered through Sept. 7 with a total North American crop estimation of 27,000. Download Report
Bloodstock & Markets - Profits on the Rise
Reduced stud fees lead to better percentages during '11 yearling sale season.
Coil Works a Mile at Santa Anita
Coil, winner of the Haskell Invitational Stakes (gr. I), worked a mile in 1:38 4/5 at Santa Anita Sept. 20.
Through The Lens: Zenyatta's New Friends
Guest blogger/photographer Mathea Kelley returns with another update on Zenyatta. read blog
Winner's Circle - A Shot in the Arm
Valkyre Stud owner co-breeds, then sells filly by Bernardini for $1.2 million. read blog
TCI: Can Anyone Stop A Goldikova 4-Peat?
Jon and Joel discuss the Garden City Stakes, Goldikova, and reveal the BC Mile Top 5. Presented by Taylor Made Stallions. watch video
Intensity Fuels Rising Market
The same energy and competitive spirit can be felt in the auction pavilion, as on the racetrack. read blog
Turfway Earns Re-accreditation From Alliance
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association announced Sept. 20 that Turfway Park in Florence, Ky., has earned re-accreditation from the National Thoroughbred Racing Association Safety and Integrity Alliance.
Instant Racing Fuels Kentucky Downs Increases
Citing increased numbers of patrons attracted by Instant Racing, Kentucky Downs reported live on-track handle for its four-day all-turf meet increased 2.9% to total $313,614.
Hangin' With Haskin: My Favorite Year
Steve Haskin recalls the 3-year-olds of 1969 read blog
Travel Documents: Know What You Need to Travel with Horses
Every year horse owners Cathy and Glenn Price log many miles on equestrian trails that wind through state parks in Kentucky, Tennessee, and throughout the Midwest. And their horses have the travel documents to prove it.
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