Hill 'n' Dale Purchases Dam of Super Saver
Supercharger, the dam of 2010 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) winner Super Saver and grade III winner Brethren, has been purchased privately by Hill 'n' Dale.
Articles posted August 1, 2012
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James Street to Defend Seagam Cup Title
James Street is back to defend his title in the $150,000 Seagram Cup (Can-III) against six opponents over the Polytrack Aug. 4 at Woodbine.
Top Tier Lass romps onto New York Watch list
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Todd Pletcher, who has won the Saratoga training title eight times, would be the first to tell you that much of his success at the Spa depends on the performance of his two-year-olds. So far in 2012, things are looking pretty good for Pletcher.
Penn National Gaming Reports July Handle Gain
Wagering at Penn National Gaming's Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred tracks continued to show signs of growth in July, with both Penn National and Charles Town reporting an increase in a
Trainer Raymond Wins Four at Suffolk Downs
Trainer Bobby Raymond enjoyed a remarkable day at Suffolk Downs Aug. 1, saddling four winners on the 10-race card, three of which came with veteran Jill Jellison in the irons.
Switch Wheels Back for Clement Hirsch Stakes
Fresh off a victory in the A Gleam Handicap (gr. II), dual grade I winner Switch wheels right back for trainer John Sadler while returning to two turns in the $300,000 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes (gr. II) Aug. 4 at Del Mar.
Willmot Retires as WEG Chairman
Woodbine Entertainment Group Aug. 1 announced the retirement of David S. Willmot as the company's chairman of the board. James Lawson has been elected chairman in his place.
Canadian Champion Benburb Dead
Benburb, Canada's Horse of the Year in 1992, has died.
Whitney could provide clarity to older male division
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A contentious field of nine runners has been entered to go 1 1/8 miles on Saturday in the Grade 1, $750,000 Whitney Invitational Handicap at Saratoga, and the prominent affair could help bring some clarity to the older male division.
Old Friends retiree Benburb dies at age 23
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Benburb -- a retiree at Old Friends, the Thoroughbred retirement facility in Georgetown, Kentucky -- was euthanized due to complications from melanomas on Wednesday at Haygard Equine Medical Center in Lexington. He was 23.
Anderson to Represent Jockey Rosario
Ron Anderson has taken the book of jockey Joel Rosario and will represent the rider in New York while handling his mount assignments at Saratoga Race Course, the agent confirmed Aug. 1.
Include Me Out seeks to rebound in Clement L. Hirsch
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After establishing herself as Southern California's leading older filly over the winter and spring, Include Me Out endured a temporary setback when upset by Love Theway Youare in the Grade 1 Vanity Handicap on June 16. The daughter of Include can put that performance behind her with an effective showing Saturday in the Grade 1, $300,000 Clement L. Hirsch at Del Mar.
NY Breed Incentive Legislation Signed
Legislation making it more attractive to breed horses in New York has been signed into law by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Agave Kiss Looks for Redemption in Prioress
Undefeated in six races before losing badly in her last start, Agave Kiss will attempt to start a new streak at a new track when she faces six rivals in the $300,000 Prioress Stakes (gr. I) at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 4.
AmWest Launches New Online ADW Service
AmWest Entertainment has launched a player-driven wagering website called AmWager.com, the company announced Aug. 1.
Veitch Hearing Takes Place in Kentucky
Former Kentucky chief racing steward John Veitch finally got his day in court Aug. 1 when Franklin, Ky., Circuit Court judge Thomas Wingate heard arguments on both sides of the controversial Life At Ten case.
Frankel stays unbeaten after repeat win in Sussex
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Superhorse Frankel duly won his 12th race Wednesday -- and eighth at Group 1 level -- when taking the Sussex Stakes at Goodwood for owner Prince Khalid Abdulla, trainer Sir Henry Cecil and jockey Tom Queally. The 1-20 favorite, Frankel won the Sussex for the second year running, scoring by an eased-down six lengths in 1:37.56 from Farhh.
Ron the Greek Heads 9-Horse Whitney Field
Ron the Greek heads a nine-horse field as the 3-1 favorite for the $750,000 Whitney Invitational (gr. I) Aug. 4 at Saratoga Race Course.
Sprint Champion Lit de Justice Dies
Eclipse Award winner Lit de Justice died July 20 from the infirmities of old age at Alamo Pintado Equine Medical Center near Los Olivos, Calif.
HRTV Named Official Simulcast Partner for Cup
The Breeders' Cup and HRTV announced Aug. 1 a multi-year media rights agreement which makes HRTV the official simulcast partner of the Breeders' Cup World Championships.
Canterbury Hosts Fillies Race for Hope Aug. 4
The second annual "Fillies Race for Hope," a day of horse racing and fundraising to benefit Hope Chest for Breast Cancer Foundation and Pay It Forward Fund, will be held Aug. 4 at Canterbury Park.
Jockeys take to the mic in 'Riders Up!' fundraiser
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With heart and soul -- and likely more than a few off-key notes -- New York jockeys are prepared to take to a Saratoga, New York, stage and sing out in support of their fallen comrades.
Velazquez joins 'An Evening with Mo' children's benefit
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On the eve of induction into the National Museum of Racing's Hall of Fame, jockey John Velazquez will join pitcher Mariano Rivera for an exclusive dinner at Siro's Trattoria at the Lodge on August 9 at 6:30 p.m. (EDT).
Saratoga Notebook
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BC Zenyatta After-Party Celebration to benefit several equine charities
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On Wednesday, Breeders' Cup Ltd., and Jerry and Ann Moss announced plans for the second annual Breeders' Cup Zenyatta After-Party Celebration to be held Championship Friday, November 2, at Santa Anita Park's Frontrunner restaurant. This year's official event will be an exclusive evening following Friday's race card and will benefit several equine and racing-related charities, including the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund (PDJF) and The Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses (CANTER).
NYRA, Jockey Club introduce Racing 101 Fan Hub at Saratoga
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The New York Racing Association (NYRA) on Wednesday announced a partnership with America's Best Racing to bring a new fan-driven initiative to Saratoga designed to educate casual fans about the sport of Thoroughbred racing.
Keeneland Sept. Catalog Has 3,604 Yearlings
The Keeneland September yearling sale is smaller and shorter this year, but it's still the largest auction of its kind in the world. There are 3,604 horses in the catalog.
Graded Winner Calibrachoa Retired
Mike Repole's Calibrachoa, a five-time New York graded stakes winner, has been retired from racing because of minor issues.
King George tops day four at Glorious Goodwood
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A total of 17 runners go for the Group 2, £100,000 King George Stakes over five furlongs at Glorious Goodwood on Friday. They are headed by Australian raider Ortensia, who will carry a four-pound penalty after a pair of Group 1 successes - the Winterbottom Stakes in Australia in November and the Al Quoz Sprint in Dubai in March. She disappointed on her first start in the United Kingdom when coming home ninth in the five-furlong Group 1 King's Stand at Royal Ascot, but ran better when fourth over six furlongs in the Group 1 July Cup at Newmarket on July 14.
Frankel Stays Unbeaten with Sussex Score
Frankel turned in yet another dominating performance as he cruised to an easy six-length victory under jockey Tom Queally in the $490,500 QIPCO Sussex Stakes (Eng-I) at Glorious Goodwood Aug. 1.
Saratoga Diary: NYRA Air
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For a small stretch of history, Saratoga produced competition of extremely high quality. read blog
Group Wants Racing Act to Regulate Medication
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A new grassroots organization that opposes use of medication on race day wants involvement by the federal government in horse racing.
Forage-Only Diet for Performance Horses Evaluated
With countless types of grains and concentrated feed available for performance horses, some horse owners might wish for a simpler approach to feeding their equine athlete. Well here’s some good news for these owners: According to recent study results, a diet devoid of concentrates and entirely based on forage could be suitable for some high-performa...
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