Slideshow: The Week in Photos for 4/15/2014
Keeneland, Oaklawn Park, Japan, Australia, Santa Anita Park, Woodbine, Calder & More. View Slideshow
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| Horse | Trainer | Breeder / Owner |
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| Alternation | Donnie K. Von Hemel |
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| Fort Larned | Ian R. Wilkes |
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| Mission Impazible | Todd A. Pletcher |
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| Nates Mineshaft | Anne P. Smith |
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| Nehro | Steven M. Asmussen |
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| Rogue Romance | Kenneth G. McPeek |
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| Ron the Greek | William I. Mott |
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| Successful Dan | Charles LoPresti |
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| Wise Dan | Charles LoPresti |
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Wise Dan Doing Well After Season Debut
Charlie LoPresti reported Morton Fink's homebred son of Wiseman's Ferry was "doing fine this morning and ate up everything last night," after coming off the bench to defend his title in the April 11 Maker's 46 Mile (gr. IT).
Wise Dan Gets New Season Off to Winning Start
Wise Dan took his first step toward a possible third straight Horse of the Year title with a measured victory in the $300,000 Maker's 46 Mile (gr. IT) on the Keeneland turf April 11.
TimeformUS Weekend Stakes Plays
TimeformUS Stakes Plays from Keeneland, Oaklawn, and Santa Anita read blog
Wise Dan Set to Return in Maker's 46 Mile
Reigning Horse of the Year Wise Dan will get his 2014 campaign started April 11, when he takes on six foes in the $300,000 Maker's 46 Mile (gr. IT) at Keeneland in his first start of the year.
Tom's Tribute Equals Wise Dan's Course Mark
Next to last going to the far turn under Mike Smith, Tom's Tribute came roaring down the stretch to win the $75,000 Thunder Road Stakes at Santa Anita Park while equaling Wise Dan's course record for a mile on turf.
Spring Meet is Chance for New Beginnings
- By Claire Novak
"Enchanting Lisa, I'm excited to get back to the races," trainer Charlie LoPresti said, running down a list of siblings to Horse of the Year Wise Dan who are expected to start at Keeneland's spring meeting. read blog
Wise Dan Works Toward Maker's 46 Mile Defense
Two-time Horse of the Year Wise Dan continued to progress toward his season debut, turning in an easy five-furlong breeze in 1:00 3/5 under regular rider Damien Rock April 1 at Keeneland.
Wise Dan Gets a Bath at Keeneland
Wise Dan gets a bath outside his barn at Keeneland in Lexington, Ky., on April 1, 2014. Watch Video
African Story Dominates Dubai World Cup
Godolphin Racing's African Story was guided off the rail at the head of the straight to overtake leader Mukhadram en route to a comfortable victory in the $10 million Dubai World cup Sponsored by Emirates Airline March 29.
Ex-Pat Ron the Greek Makes World Cup Bid
In the absence of an American runner in the March 29 Dubai World Cup (UAE-I), U.S. racing fans can certainly unite behind Ron the Greek in the world's richest horse race.
Dubai World Cup: Nicholas Bachalard
Trainer Nicholas Bachalard talks about Ron the Greek, who runs in the Dubai World Cup. Watch Video
Ruler of The World Early World Cup Favorite
Ruler of The World, last year's Epsom Derby (Eng-I) victor, is the early favorite for the Emirates Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) March 29 following the post position draw for the $10 million race.
Dubai World Cup Thoughts 2014
The Dubai World Cup is quickly approaching. Many of the world's best are likely entrants for the March 29 Dubai World Cup race card. Here are my thoughts on the Dubai World Cup races. read blog
Ron the Greek Takes Spin at Meydan
After shipping in from Saudi Arabia, Emirates Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) hopeful and American grade I winner Ron the Greek was out at Meydan for a light canter March 25.
World Cup Hopefuls Stretch Legs at Meydan
Several contenders for the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I), including last year's runner-up Red Cadeaux, took to the track March 24 at Meydan to stretch their legs before the world's richest race March 29.
Velazquez Reaches Purse Earnings Milestone
In guiding We Miss Artie to victory in the Horseshoe Casino Cincinnati Spiral Stakes (gr. III) March 22 at Turfway Park, John Velazquez became the first rider in history to reach $300 million in North American purse earnings.
Report: PETA Probe Alleges Cruelty to Horses
A major Thoroughbred racing stable was the subject of a 2013 undercover investigation by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, which alleges over-medication of and cruelty to horses.
Likely World Cup Card Entrants Released
There are 36 grade/group I winners, including former American star Ron the Greek, among the fields taking shape for the eight Thoroughbred stakes on Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) card March 29.
Haskin: Another Opportunity For Wise Dan
- By Steve Haskin
Inspired by American Idol, Steve Haskin has another idea for Wise Dan. read blog
HOY Wise Dan Returns to Keeneland Tab
Morton Fink's two-time Horse of the Year Wise Dan got back to work Feb. 24 at Keeneland, recording his first published breeze of 2014 under regular rider Damien Rock.
BC: Wise Dan - Reigning Horse of the Year
- By Claire Novak
Claire Novak talks with trainer Charlie LoPresti about Reigning Horse of the Year, Wise Dan.Wise Dan will seek to defend his title in the Breeders' Cup Mile on Nov 2. Watch Video
Ron the Greek Sails in First Saudi Start
Multiple grade I winner Ron the Greek, racing in Saudi Arabia under the name Wattani, continued his success with a powerful victory Feb. 15 at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh.
Mission Impazible's First Foal is a Filly
Multiple grade II winner Mission Impazible was represented by his first reported foal when a filly was born Jan. 20 at Hidden Lake Farm in Otisville, N.Y.
Slideshow: 2013 Eclipse Awards
Celebrating the winners of the 2013 Eclipse Awards. view slideshow
More Race Results
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| Race | Track |
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| Colonial Turf Cup S. | CNL |
| Stephen Foster H. (gr. I) | CD |
| Vanity H. (gr. I) | BHP |
| Fleur de Lis H. (gr. II) | CD |
| Hill Prince S. (gr. III) | BEL |
Upcoming Stakes Entries
| Race | Track | Date |
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| Appalachian S. Presented by Japan Racing Association (gr. III) | KEE | |
| Hilliard Lyons Doubledogdare S. (gr. III) | KEE | |
| Distaff H. (gr. II) | AQU | |
| Howard B. Noonan S. | BEU | |
| Miami Mile H. (gr. III) | CRC |
