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Goldikova Full Brother Anodin Secures Victory

After a pair of runner-up finishes last season, Wertheimer and Frere homebred Anodin, a full brother to three-time Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT) winner Goldikova, secured a clear victory in his 3-year-old debut.

 Monday, April 22, 2013
Goldikova's First Foal Is a Colt

Goldikova's First Foal Is a Colt

Alain and Gerard Wertheimer's homebred champion Goldikova, the sole three-time Breeders' Cup winner, produced her first foal, a colt by leading sire Galileo.

 Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Arqana Sale Closes with Record Receipts

The Arqana breeding stock sale concluded Dec. 11 in Deauville with a new benchmark in overall total receipts for the four-day auction that was bolstered by strong numbers at the top end of the market.

 Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Courageous Cat to Questroyal North

Courageous Cat, a grade I winner and millionaire son of Storm Cat, will move to Questroyal North near Stillwater, N.Y., after spending his first season at Lane's End Farm in Kentucky.

 Tuesday, November 20, 2012
BC Interview: Freddie Head

BC Interview: Freddie Head

Freddie Head, who won the Breeders' Cup Mile three times with Goldikova, talks about 2012 contender Moonlight Cloud, a filly running against the boys.

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 Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Slideshow: Breeders' Cup Mile

Slideshow: Breeders' Cup Mile

Images from the Breeders' Cup Mile: 1984 - 2011.

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 Friday, October 26, 2012
Eyeing a Four-peat - By Eric Mitchell

Eyeing a Four-peat - By Eric Mitchell

A fourth consecutive HOY title by a female is very possible for 2012.

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 Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Voting Opens for Secretariat Vox Populi Award

Voting Opens for Secretariat Vox Populi Award

Online voting is now open for the second annual Secretariat Vox Populi Award. Created by Secretariat's owner Penny Chenery, the award recognizes the racehorse whose popularity and excellence resounded most with the public.

 Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Fans to Vote on Racing's Moment of the Year

Fans to Vote on Racing's Moment of the Year

Voting is under way at the National Thoroughbred Racing Association web site, www.ntra.com, for the 13th annual "NTRA Moment of the Year." Voters can choose from among 12 images, drawn from the year's events.

 Thursday, December 08, 2011
Slideshow: 2011 Breeders' Cup Day 2

Slideshow: 2011 Breeders' Cup Day 2

2011 Breeders' Cup World Championships - Day 2: Photos of the day two winners at the 2011 Breeders' Cup.

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 Sunday, November 06, 2011
Freddy Head On Goldikova (Video)

Freddy Head On Goldikova (Video)

Comments from Freddy Head after her third in the 2011 Breeders' Cup Mile.

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 Saturday, November 05, 2011
Court Vision Upsets Goldikova in BC Mile

Court Vision Upsets Goldikova in BC Mile

The world-class racemare, already a record-holder having won three Breeders' Cup Miles, finishes third in her attempt to win a fourth. Longshot Court Vision wins by a nose over Turallure.

 Saturday, November 05, 2011
THS: 2011 Breeders' Cup Part I

THS: 2011 Breeders' Cup Part I

Jason, Tom, Evan, and James Scully of twinspires.com give quick picks for the Ladies' Classic, the Sprint, the Turf Sprint, the Dirt Mile, the Turf, the Juvenile, and the Mile. Includes Past Performances for the Juvenile.

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 Thursday, November 03, 2011
Mixed Emotions for Goldikova's Trainer

Mixed Emotions for Goldikova's Trainer

As the great race mare Goldikova enters the final race of her remarkable career when she seeks an unprecedented fourth consecutive TVG Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT) victory, trainer Freddy Head has mixed emotions.

 Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Breeders' Cup News Minute: 11/02/11 (Video)

Breeders' Cup News Minute: 11/02/11 (Video)

Lenny Shulman reports on the news of the day, including So You Think, Goldikova, the Baffert contingent, and the weather. Sponsored by Taylor Made Stallions

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 Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Slideshow: Breeders Cup Mile 1984-2010

Slideshow: Breeders Cup Mile 1984-2010

See the past Breeders' Cup Mile winners from Royal Heroine to Goldikova.

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 Tuesday, November 01, 2011
Breeders' Cup News Minute: 11/01/11 (Video)

Breeders' Cup News Minute: 11/01/11 (Video)

Lenny Shulman presents the news of the day, including Europeans on the track, led by Goldikova. Plus, Stacelita, Turbulent Descent, Union Rags, and State of Play. Sponsored by Taylor Made Stallions.

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 Tuesday, November 01, 2011
Goldikova Draws Rail in Quest for Fourth Mile

Goldikova Draws Rail in Quest for Fourth Mile

An audible groan went up from the table of traveling lads from France at the Breeders' Cup World Championships post-position draw when it was announced three-time Mile (gr. IT) winner had drawn the rail.

 Monday, October 31, 2011
Through The Lens: Shooting for Four

Through The Lens: Shooting for Four

More photos from John Gilmore, as Goldikova tries for her fourth BC Mile victory.

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 Friday, October 28, 2011
Head: Goldikova Better Than Ever

Head: Goldikova Better Than Ever

Freddy Head is confident his 6-year-old old mare can pull off a fourth BC Mile win.

 Wednesday, October 26, 2011
TCI: First Look at the BC Pre-Entries (Video)

TCI: First Look at the BC Pre-Entries (Video)

Jon and Joel take a first look at the Pre-Entries, focusing on the Filly & Mare Turf, the Sprint, the Turf, the Dirt Mile, the Mile, the Ladies' Classic, and the Classic. Brought to you by Taylor Made Stallions.

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 Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Breeders' Cup Pre-Entries: Star Appeal

Breeders' Cup Pre-Entries: Star Appeal

Goldikova, Havre de Grace lead the charge for the 2011 Breeders' Cup World Championships. Eight of the 15 races are over-subscribed.

 Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Hangin' With Haskin: Girls Gone Wild

Hangin' With Haskin: Girls Gone Wild

Fillies are beating colts regularly all over the world.

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 Saturday, October 22, 2011

Dream Ahead Retired to Ballylinch

Dream Ahead, who beat Goldikova in the Qatar Prix de la Foret (Fr-I) Oct. 2 in what was his final start, has been retired for stallion duty in 2012 at Ballylinch Stud near Thomastown, Ireland.

 Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Handicapping the Race for Horse of the Year

Handicapping the Race for Horse of the Year

Game On Dude, Havre de Grace, and Tizway probably control their own destiny.

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 Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Clement Still Pointing Gio Ponti to BC Mile

Clement Still Pointing Gio Ponti to BC Mile

Trainer of three-time Eclipse champion and 2010 BC Mile runner-up feels the Mile is again the best spot for the 6-year-old horse.

 Tuesday, October 04, 2011
Slideshow: Arc de Triomphe Day

Slideshow: Arc de Triomphe Day

See the people and races at Longchamp.

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 Monday, October 03, 2011
Dream Ahead Nips Goldikova at Wire in Foret

Dream Ahead Nips Goldikova at Wire in Foret

Dream Ahead got up in the final strides to nip Goldikova by a nose to win the $407,904 Qatar Prix de la Foret (Fr-I) at Longchamp Oct. 2.

 Sunday, October 02, 2011
Goldikova Eyes Repeat in Prix de la Foret

Goldikova Eyes Repeat in Prix de la Foret

Goldikova will face seven rivals when she bids for a repeat victory in the $407,904 Qatar Prix de la Foret (Fr-I) at Longchamp Oct. 2.

 Friday, September 30, 2011
Seven Group I Races on Arc de Triomphe Day

Seven Group I Races on Arc de Triomphe Day

Six other group I races besides the l'Arc de Triomphe are scheduled on the Longchamp undercard. Multiple champion Goldikova is expected to start in the Prix de la Foret.

 Tuesday, September 27, 2011
TCI: Can Anyone Stop A Goldikova 4-Peat?

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.

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 Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Galikova Earns Her Stripes in Prix Vermeille

Galikova Earns Her Stripes in Prix Vermeille

Galikova stepped out from big sister Goldikova's shadow with an impressive victory in the $477,631 Qatar Prix Vermeille (Fr-I) at Longchamp Sept. 11.

 Sunday, September 11, 2011
Through The Lens: She's Still A Star

Through The Lens: She's Still A Star

Guest blogger/photographer John Gilmore went to see Goldikova run in the Prix Jacques Le Marois and captured some great scenes from the day that he shares with you in his latest post on Through the Lens.

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 Thursday, August 18, 2011
And They're Off: Dog Days Edition

And They're Off: Dog Days Edition

Lenny and Kenny Rice of NBC Sports review breaking news, the Saratoga race meet, Del Mar Exes race, Race Medication and Leftylenythelegend.

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 Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Immortal Verse Upsets Goldikova in Marois

Immortal Verse Upsets Goldikova in Marois

Immortal Verse once again displayed her sparkling turn of foot as she charged past Goldikova in the closing stages to win the $854,658 Prix Haras de Fresnay-Le-Buffard Jacques Le Marois (Fr-I) at Deauville Aug. 15.

 Monday, August 15, 2011
Through The Lens: Goldikova's 2011 Campaign

Through The Lens: Goldikova's 2011 Campaign

Guest blogger John Gilmore shares photos and thoughts from Goldikova's 2011 races.

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 Friday, August 05, 2011
Slideshow: Week In Photos - August 2, 2011

Slideshow: Week In Photos - August 2, 2011

From Frankel to the Haskell Invitational, lots of racing from last week. Including a special guest appearance on the final slide.

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 Tuesday, August 02, 2011
Goldikova Makes History in Prix Rothschild

Goldikova Makes History in Prix Rothschild

Goldikova made history when she held off the late charge of Sahpresa to claim victory in the $431,730 Prix Rothschild (Fr-I) at Deauville July 31.

 Sunday, July 31, 2011
Royal Ascot Interview - Richard Hughes

Royal Ascot Interview - Richard Hughes

Jockey Richard Hughes talks about Canford Cliffs and riding at Royal Ascot.

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 Saturday, June 18, 2011
Canford Cliffs Targeting BC Mile

Canford Cliffs Targeting BC Mile

The Queen Anne (Eng-I) winner likely will square off against Goldikova at Churchill Downs, the connections said June 15.

 Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Canford Cliffs Wears Down Goldikova at Ascot

Canford Cliffs Wears Down Goldikova at Ascot

Canford Cliffs outdueled defending champion Goldikova to capture the $406,928 Queen Anne Stakes (Eng-I) in the opening race at Royal Ascot June 14.

 Tuesday, June 14, 2011
BloodHorse.com Brings Royal Ascot to You

BloodHorse.com Brings Royal Ascot to You

BloodHorse.com and Ramsey Farm are bringing to you this month the sights and sounds of Royal Ascot.

 Friday, June 10, 2011
Royal Ascot Action Will Air on TVG

Royal Ascot Action Will Air on TVG

TVG will have live, on-site coverage of the five-day, 2011 Royal Ascot meet from England that begins Tuesday, June 14 and runs through Saturday, June 18. Each day's card will air from 9 a.m. -- 1 p.m. EDT.

 Wednesday, June 08, 2011
Goldikova Repeats in Prix d'Ispahan

Goldikova Repeats in Prix d'Ispahan

Goldikova picked up right where she left off last season, notching another group I victory as she held off the late charge of Cirrus Des Aigles to capture the $353,785 Prix d'Ispahan (Fr-I) at Longchamp May 22.

 Sunday, May 22, 2011

Black Caviar Tops Blame as World's Best

Australian-based Black Caviar nosed out U.S. champion Blame as the top-rated horse in the world, based on World Thoroughbred Rankings from Oct. 1, 2010 through March 27, 2011.

 Monday, April 04, 2011
Older Female: Zenyatta In Another Romp

Older Female: Zenyatta In Another Romp

Jerry and Ann Moss' Zenyatta repeats as champion Older Female, collecting 237 first-place votes. The daughter of Street Cry won five of six in 2010, and retired at the end of the year 19-for-20.

 Monday, January 17, 2011
Goldikova Repeats as Top Female on Turf

Goldikova Repeats as Top Female on Turf

Wertheimer and Frere's homebred Goldikova, Europe's Horse of the Year, is named North America's top Turf Female after winning her third straight Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT).

 Monday, January 17, 2011
Blame is Top U.S. Horse in World Rankings

Blame is Top U.S. Horse in World Rankings

Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner Blame has been judged the best horse to race in North America during 2010 by the compilers of the World Thoroughbred Rankings, unveiled in London, England, on Tuesday, Jan. 11.

 Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Blame, Goldikova, Zenyatta Vie for HOY Honors

Blame, Goldikova, Zenyatta Vie for HOY Honors

Led by Horse of the Year finalists Blame, Goldikova, and Zenyatta, the finalists for 2010 Eclipse Awards were released Jan. 6.

 Friday, January 07, 2011
Featured Horse Profile: Goldikova

Featured Horse Profile: Goldikova

Goldikova is one of the finalists for Horse of the Year.

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 Thursday, January 06, 2011
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