A Father's Day Birth Led to an Epic BC Classic
- By Steve Haskin
The fairy tale journey of Mucho Macho Man and trainer Kathy Ritvo that began on Father's Day 2008.
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Delhomme's First Runner Becomes a Winner
Geaux Dangerous won in his second start April 18 at Sunland Park.
Malagacy, Sonneteer Exit Rebel in Good Order
Sumaya U.S. Stable's undefeated Malagacy was doing great the morning after his mild upset in the $900,000 Rebel Stakes (G2) March 18 at Oaklawn Park.
Malagacy Flaunts His Talent in Rebel Stakes
Malagacy gave his future Hall of Fame conditioner another legitimate sophomore to point toward the first Saturday in May when he captured the $900,000 Rebel Stakes (G2) by two lengths over Sonneteer at the Hot Springs oval March 18.
Litfin At Large: Estrechada for the Upset
- By Dave Litfin
- Thoroughbred Racing, Handicapping, Midwest Region, Southeast Region, Southwest Region, West Region
Older fillies and mares in the spotlight at both Oaklawn Park and Santa Anita Park.
Handicapping a Deep Field in the Rebel Stakes
The Rebel Stakes (G2) is the penultimate leg of Oaklawn's Kentucky Derby prep race series, and with such a large purse, the Rebel has drawn a field of eleven horses that look very competitive on paper.
Look Back: Sunny's Halo in the 1983 Rebel
This week is a recap of the 1983 Rebel Handicap (now the Rebel Stakes) won by Sunny's Halo.
American Anthem Carries Baffert's Rebel Stakes Hopes
Sham Stakes (G3) runner-up American Anthem has arrived for the purpose of making sure the Rebel Stakes (G2) remains trainer Bob Baffert's out-of-town playground.
Rebel Prospects Turn in Oaklawn Works
It was a busy morning March 10 at Oaklawn Park for 3-year-olds pointing toward the $900,000 Rebel Stakes (G2), with top local prospects Petrov, Silver Dust, and Uncontested all posting impressive works.
Uncontested to Skip Rebel Stakes
Uncontested will likely make his next start in the $1 million Arkansas Derby (G1) April 15 at Oaklawn Park, co-owner Harry Rosenblum said Feb. 22.
Fasig-Tipton Hopes to Build on 2016 Winter Mixed Sale
When the Fasig-Tipton winter mixed sale is conducted Sunday, Jan. 29, sale company management and consignors hope it builds on the 2016 edition.
Will Take Charge Weanlings Well Received
At the current Keeneland November breeding stock sale, Three Chimneys Farm’s Will Take Charge leads sires with first foals of 2016 going under the hammer, with 18 sold for $2,312,000 through Nov. 15.
Legacy of Unbridled's Song Going Strong
Less than two weeks after his son Arrogate reeled in champion California Chrome to capture the Nov. 5 Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I), Unbridled's Song has top billing once more as the leading sire by gross through Book 4 at Keeneland November.
Calumet Adds Four Stallions for 2017
Calumet Farm will introduce four new stallions in 2017, led by 2015 champion turf male Big Blue Kitten.
Three Chimneys' 2017 Stud Fees Released
Champion Will Take Charge's fee held steady at $30,000
Den's Legacy to Stand at Mighty Acres
Westrock Stables' son of Medaglia d'Oro will start one more time this year.
Great Minds Wins Texas Mile Duel
Great Minds and jockey C. J. McMahon won a stretch duel with Shotgun Kowboy to post a half-length victory in the $200,000 Texas Mile (gr. III) on the May 6 night card at Lone Star Park.
Shotgun Kowboy Seeks Texas Mile Prize
C. R. Trout's Shotgun Kowboy, an Oklahoma-bred who last year showed enough promise to warrant a start in the grade I Clark Handicap at Churchill Downs, will make his third start off a layoff in the May 6 Texas Mile (gr. III) at Lone Star Park.
A 'Hometown Horse' in the Arkansas Derby
For trainer Ron Moquett, a win by Whitmore in the April 16 Arkansas Derby (gr. I) would be more than a successful step toward the first Saturday in May—it would mean reclaiming a hometown race that outside trainers have won the past four years.
Cupid Another Baffert Favorite in Arkansas Derby
Another year, another Arkansas Derby (gr. I) where trainer Bob Baffert has the favorite in the $1 million race at Oaklawn Park. This year, the choice is Rebel (gr. II) winner Cupid.
Suddenbreakingnews Works for Arkansas Derby
Under regular rider Luis Quinonez, the Mineshaft gelding went a half-mile in :48 4/5 April 1 at Oaklawn Park, his first work back since a troubled fifth in the March 19 Rebel Stakes (gr. II).
American Pioneer Eyes Arkansas Derby
Romping maiden winner, late Triple Crown nominee, could run April 16 in grade I.
Inside the March 26, 2016 Issue
Cupid strikes in Oaklawn's Rebel and more inside the March 26, 2016 issue of Blood-Horse magazine.
Baffert Claims Another Rebel Win With Cupid
For the sixth time in seven years, Bob Baffert sent out the winner of the $900,000 Rebel Stakes (gr. II) when Cupid scored in the 1 1/16-mile race March 19 at Oaklawn Park.
Suddenbreakingnews Again Outside in Rebel
In terms of track, distance, and post position, a familiar challenge awaits Suddenbreakingnews in the $900,000 Rebel Stakes (gr. II) March 19 at Oaklawn Park, but following up may be his biggest challenge.
| Horse | Trainer | Breeder / Owner |
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| Carve | Steven M. Asmussen |
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| Delhomme | Todd A. Pletcher |
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| Den's Legacy | Ron Moquett |
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| Oxbow | D. Wayne Lukas |
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| Stormy Holiday | McLean Robertson |
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| Super Ninety Nine | Bob Baffert |
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| Title Contender | Anita Bolton |
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| Treasury Bill | Ronald W. Ellis |
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| Will Take Charge | D. Wayne Lukas |
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Upcoming Stakes Entries
| Race | Track | Date |
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| O.D. McDonald S. | ALB | |
| Wild Applause S. | BEL | |
| Chicago H. (G3) | CD | |
| River Rock Casino H. | HST | |
| Edward Evans S. | LRL |
