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'Chrome' Back to Los Al After San Diego Win
Seemingly everyone that got within earshot of trainer Art Sherman wanted to express their appreciation for what they experienced the day before, when California Chrome and Dortmund did battle in the stretch during the San Diego Handicap (gr. II).
'Chrome' Edges Dortmund in Del Mar Battle
The Del Mar crowd roared as California Chrome put a head in front of Dortmund in the final turn of the $200,000 San Diego Handicap (gr. II) July 23, but little did they know the battle they were in store for in the stretch.
'Chrome,' Dortmund Face Off in San Diego 'Cap
Back in his namesake state for more than three months now, California Chrome is set to resume his 2016 campaign July 23 in the $200,000 San Diego Handicap (gr. II) at Del Mar, where he'll take on fellow multiple grade I winner Dortmund.
Sherman Considering No Lasix for 'Chrome'
Although Art Sherman was considering running California Chrome in the San Diego Handicap (gr. II) and Pacific Classic (gr. I) at Del Mar this summer without Lasix, the trainer said July 17 he'll likely use it as a precaution.
California Chrome Brilliant in Del Mar Breeze
If there were any lingering doubts about California Chrome's condition in preparation for the San Diego Handicap (gr. II) after some less than sparkling recent workouts at Los Alamitos, he put those concerns away in a July 16 breeze at Del Mar.
California Chrome Goes in Company at Los Al
Art Sherman didn't get what he wanted out of California Chrome during his workout July 2, so he made sure he got it July 9, in the chestnut's final drill at Los Alamitos before shipping south to Del Mar for the San Diego Handicap (gr. II).
Sherman Wanted 'Stronger' Work From 'Chrome'
Trainer Art Sherman has said for weeks leading up to California Chrome's next start in the July 23 San Diego Handicap (gr. II)—when the blinkers go on, that's when things get serious.
California Chrome Logs Weekly Drill at Los Al
Another week, another performance from Los Alamitos Race Course's resident superstar in front of some of his most loyal fans.
California Chrome Speedy in Los Al Work
As Art Sherman prepares California Chrome for his next start in the $200,000 San Diego Handicap (gr. II) with weekly timed workouts, the trainer seems to be more concerned with what happens after the wire than before.
Nyquist Works Back at Santa Anita
In his first timed move since the Preakness Stakes (gr. I), Reddam Racing's Nyquist worked a half-mile in :48 3/5 under the watchful eye of trainer Doug O'Neill June 17 at Santa Anita Park.
'Chrome' Works Through the Fog at Los Al
California Chrome was a blur during his workout at Los Alamitos Race Course June 4 but not because he ran particularly fast.
California Chrome 'Stronger' in Los Al Drill
California Chrome worked a solid half-mile May 28 at Los Alamitos in preparation for his next start July 23 in the San Diego Handicap at Del Mar.
California Chrome Drills for Del Mar Return
California Chrome got an early wake-up call May 21 at Los Alamitos Race Course to record his second timed workout since returning to Southern California after his standout victory in the Dubai World Cup (UAE-I).
California Chrome Arrives at Los Alamitos
About six hours after he left Taylor Made Farm in Nicholasville, Ky., May 1, California Chrome was back at Los Alamitos Race Course.
Catch a Flight Finds Just Enough in San Diego
Dialing back in distance proved to be the winning formula for Haras Santa Maria de Araras' Catch a Flight, who wore down longshot Appealing Tale in the final strides to take the $200,000 San Diego Handicap (gr. II) July 25.
Can Bayern Rebound in the San Diego?
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the San Diego Handicap (gr. II) at Del Mar. read blog
Dubai World Cup 2015: Trackwork March 27
Horses on track at Meydan preparing for the March 28 Dubai World Cup races, including Prayer for Relief (Blue #10), Lea (White #5), Rich Tapestry (Gold #2), My Johnny Be Good (Pink #5), and Salutos Amigos (Gold #5). Watch Video
Dubai Wold Cup 2015: Trackwork March 27, 2015
Horses on track at Meydan preparing for the March 28 Dubai World Cup races, including Amber Sky (Orange #2), Peniaphobia (Orange #3), Faithful Creek (Pink #4), Tap That (Pink #2), One and Only (Green #6), Epipaneia (White #1), Prayer for Relief (Blue #10), Lea (White #5), Rich Tapestry (Gold #2), My Johnny Be Good (Pink #5), and Salutos Amigos (Gold #5). Courtesy of the Dubai Racing Club
Secret Circle Strong Into Golden Shaheen
Secret Circle has impressed assistant trainer Dana Barnes before, but in preparing for the Dubai Golden Shaheen, the exercise rider can feel added strength in the 6-year-old Eddington runner.
Dubai World Cup Horses at Meydan March 24
Watch Dubai World Cup Carnival contenders on the track at Meydan March 24. watch video
Lea Faces Tough WinStar Duo in Donn Handicap
Son of First Samurai faces a tall task Feb. 7 for Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott, coming back to defend his title against Commissioner and Constitution along with European invader Sloane Avenue.
Slideshow: Progeny of Candy Ride
Candy Ride continues the series of training offspring of sires, which can be found in the Jan. 17, 2015 issue of The Blood-Horse. view slideshow
Lea Makes Impressive Hal's Hope Comeback
Lea left no doubts he's back, posting an impressive 1/2-length victory over Confrontation to take the $150,000 Hal's Hope Stakes (gr. III) at Gulfstream Park on Jan. 10. It was his second Hal's Hope score.
An Opportunity for Hoppertunity in the Clark
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Clark Handicap (gr. I) at Churchill Downs. read blog
| Horse | Trainer | Breeder / Owner |
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| John Scott | UNKNOWN |
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| Kettle Corn | John W. Sadler |
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| Mobilized | Gary Mandella |
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| Prayer for Relief | Dale L. Romans |
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| Rail Trip | Ronald W. Ellis |
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| Take Control | Bob Baffert |
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| Tres Borrachos | Martin F. Jones |
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