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Yagos Stays Upbeat Despite Rail Draw

Robert Yagos, owner of Archarcharch, stayed positive about the Derby experience even after drawing the short straw in the post positions for the Run for the Roses.

Podcast: Talkin' Horses with Jinks Fires

Jinks Fires answers questions about Archarcharch, Jon Court, the Derby, and more.

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Fires Wires Hanshin Cup With 81-1 Spotsgone

Robert Yagos' Spotsgone broke on the lead for Hall of Fame jockey Earlie Fires and never looked back en route to a 2 1/4-length victory over 6-5 favorite Lewis Michael in the $100,000 Hanshin Cup (gr. III) on Saturday at Arlington Park.

Friends, Colleagues Reflect on Harthill's Life

When Dr. Alex "Doc" Harthill died July 16 at a Louisville, Ky. hospice of complications from pneumonia and a stroke at age 80, it marked the end of an era in veterinary medicine at Churchill Downs. Some of those within the racing community who knew him best reflect on Harthill's career.

Wildcat Shoes Retired With Sesamoid Injury

Patricia Blass' homebred Wildcat Shoes, who set a Churchill Downs track record at five furlongs in his last start, has been retired with a sesamoid injury, trainer William "Jinks" Fires said Wednesday.

Sugar Bowl Winner Wildcat Shoes Lucky to be Alive

Wildcat Shoes, who set a stakes record in winning the Sugar Bowl Stakes for 2-year-olds Sunday at Fair Grounds, is lucky to be alive after suffering severe heat stroke in his career debut at Arlington Park in August.