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.
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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.
Can Madtap Upset the Rebel Stakes?
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Rebel Stakes (gr. II) at Oaklawn Park. read blog
That Handicapping Show: The Rebel Stakes
Claire Novak, Ellis Starr, and Tom LaMarra preview the Rebel Stakes (gr. II) featuring Madtap, Suddenbreakingnews, Whitmore, and Discreetness. Includes a special promotion just for THS viewers. Sponsored by Equibase. Watch Video
Upstart Makes Season Debut in Razorback
Ralph Evans' Upstart, a grade II winner and player on the Triple Crown trail last year, makes his 2016 debut as the 120-pound highweight in the March 19 Razorback Handicap (gr. III) at Oaklawn Park.
Field Taking Shape for Rebel Stakes
Thirteen are probable for Oaklawn race, including Hopeful (gr. I) winner Ralis and Southwest (gr. III) victor Suddenbreakingnews.
Ralis Heading to Oaklawn Park for Rebel
Grade I winner Ralis will make his 3-year-old debut in the $900,000 Rebel Stakes (gr. II) March 19 at Oaklawn Park, trainer Doug O'Neill said March 8.
Suddenbreakingnews, American Dubai Work
The Rebel Stakes (gr. II) contenders led the March 5 worktab at Oaklawn Park.
Suddenbreakingnews, Whitmore on Oaklawn Tab
Whitmore worked a bullet half-mile in :48 1/5 Feb. 27, the gelding's first breeze since finishing second in the Feb. 15 Southwest Stakes (gr. III), while Southwest winner Suddenbreakingnews had an easy half in :51 1/5.
Vorticity Eying Rebel Stakes
The long-range forecast is for Vorticity, runner-up in two graded stakes in New York last month, to run in the $900,000 Rebel Stakes (gr. II) March 19 at Oaklawn, trainer Chuck Lawrence said.
First Reported Foal for Will Take Charge
Three Chimneys reported that the first reported foal for champion Will Take Charge was born at Siena Farm near Paris, Ky., on Jan. 13.
'Pharoah 'Bobblehorse' Promotion at Oaklawn
Oaklawn Park will pay tribute to American Pharoah with a 'bobblehorse' promotion on Jan. 18, 2016.
Tapit Leads by 2015 Book Quality
For the third year in a row, Gainesway's Tapit leads all North American sires by Comparable Index (CI) of mares bred.
Keeneland: $550,000 Donworth Boosts Session
Strong bids for racing-age horses, including $550,000 for graded-placed stakes winner Donworth, helped Keeneland November's ninth session achieve gains.
Keeneland: Stonestreet Purchases Lead Session
Stonestreet buys $320,000 Emerald Gal and a $260,000 Curlin colt at Keeneland November's fifth session, which posted declines even as the 12-day auction's overall figures remained ahead of last year's sale.
Calumet Farm Sets 2016 Stud Fees
English Channel tops the Calumet roster at $25,000, followed by Oxbow ($17,500) and Red Rocks ($12,500).
Palace Malice Enters Stud at $20,000
The son of Curlin will stand at Three Chimneys Farm.
Frosted Targets Classic off PA Derby Victory
The last two winners of the Pennsylvania Derby (gr. II) have run well in the Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I); the connections of Frosted would love to see that trend continue.
| 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 | Louie J. Roussel, III |
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| Will Take Charge | D. Wayne Lukas |
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