That Handicapping Show: The Martha Washington
Claire Novak and Tom LaMarra preview the Martha Washington Stakes at Oaklawn Park, and the Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III) at Tampa Bay Downs. Watch Video
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Talented Field Assembles for the Sam F. Davis
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III). read blog
Ocean Knight, Catalina Red Top Sam F. Davis
Stonestreet Stables' Ocean Knight, winner of his only start in solid fashion, and record-setting Florida horse Catalina Red head a group of 12 entered for the $250,000 Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III) Jan. 31 at Tampa Bay Downs.
First Foal for Prospective a Colt
Prospective, a multiple graded stakes-winning son of Malibu Moon, has his first foal -- a colt -- arrive Jan. 13 at Ocala Stud in Florida.
Stallion Johar Dies at Age 15
Mill Ridge Farm stallion Johar died Nov. 10 at age 15 following a paddock accident at the farm near Lexington. He will be buried at the farm next to his sire, Gone West.
Tampa Bay Releases 2014-15 Stakes Schedule
The 35th renewal of the $350,000 Tampa Bay Derby (gr. II) for 3-year-olds highlights a 2014-2015 Tampa Bay Downs stakes schedule offering $2.66 million in purse money.
Europeans Have Dominated F&M Turf
Out of 15 runnings of the Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf (gr. IT), females bred in Europe have won nine times.
Portion of Vinceremos' Earnings to Charity
WinStar Farm and Twin Creeks Racing, owners of Sam F. Davis (gr. III) winner Vinceremos, will donate a portion of the colt's earnings to the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center.
Will Take Charge Faces 10 in Season Debut
Will Take Charge will be on his way to becoming a handicap star if he aces this test as the 123-pound highweight. Runners to face him Feb. 9 include Revolutionary, Lea, River Seven, Uncaptured, and Bourbon Courage.
Will Take Charge at Gulfstream in Good Form
Champion Will Take Charge arrived by van early the morning of Feb. 4 at Gulfstream Park, where he is slated to make his 2014 debut in the $500,000 Donn Handicap (gr. I) on Feb. 9.
Haskin's Derby Trail: The 'Ol One-Three
There is nothing quite as humbling on the Derby trail as attempting to set off two fireworks on the same day, especially when you light them minutes apart. read blog
After the Wire: Withers S. & Sam F. Davis S.
Evan Hammonds recaps the wins by Samraat, Vinceremos, and Wildcat Red over the weekend. watch video
Will Take Charge Assigned 123 for Donn
Will Take Charge, recently crowned 3-year-old champion male, will be the 123-pound highweight for his 4-year-old debut, the $500,000 Donn Handicap (gr. I) on Feb. 9 at Gulfstream Park.
Vinceremos Upsets Stablemate in Sam F. Davis
Todd Pletcher-trained Vinceremos dug in gamely in deep stretch to hold off a stiff challenge from his more highly regarded stablemate Harpoon to win the Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III) at Tampa Bay Downs Feb. 1.
Can't Starve this Fever
The old wives' tale to starve a fever doesn't work with the Kentucky Derby variety -- not because the charms of the First Saturday in May are so irresistible 13 weeks away but because sustenance is unavoidable. read blog
Cousin Stephen Choice for Redemption in Davis
Talk about a key race. Cousin Stephen finished behind not only Commissioner but also Top Billing last time out. Now he seeks redemption in the Sam F. Davis Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs.
Ontario Colts Test Pletcher Pair in Sam Davis
Asserting Bear and Matador, two tested Ontario-breds will take on the solid duo of Harpoon and Vinceremos from the barn of Todd Pletcher in the $250,000 Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III) Feb. 1 at Tampa Bay Downs.
Lea Carries Saez to Milestone in Hal's Hope
Lea shook off pacesetter Csaba in early stretch and comfortably held back runner-up Jackson Bend as he romped clear to win the $100,000 Hal's Hope Stakes (gr. III) Jan. 11 at Gulfstream Park.
Revolutionary Returns in Gulfstream Allowance
Multiple graded stakes winner Revolutionary will make his long-awaited return to the races Jan. 11 in a one-mile allowance optional claiming heat at Gulfstream Park.
Bourbon Courage Faces Csaba, Neck 'n Neck
Bourbon Courage, fourth in the Clark Handicap (gr. I), takes on Csaba and Neck 'n Neck in the $100,000 Harlan's Holiday Stakes Dec. 22 prep for the Donn Handicap (gr. I) at Gulfstream Park.
Apriority Once Again a Winner
Apriority, winless in 12 starts since taking the Mr. Prospector Stakes Dec. 31, 2011, returned to the winner's circle Nov. 24 after a five-length victory in a $41,500 optional claiming allowance test at Gulfstream Park.
Schwartz Seeks BC Double with Alterite
After Zagora stormed home in last year's Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf, owner Martin Schwartz and trainer Chad Brown are hoping for a repeat with Alterite, already a grade I winner in her first U.S. start.
Ocala Stud Sets 2014 Stud Fees
High Cotton will remain at $7,500 stands and nurses, while new stallion Prospective still stand for $5,000.
Prospective to Stand at Ocala Stud
Prospective, Malibu Moon's grade II-winning earner of $719,130, has been retired from racing and will stand at J. Michael O'Farrell Jr.'s Ocala Stud in Florida for the 2014 breeding season.
Tampa Bay to Offer Million-Dollar Bonus
Tampa Bay Downs is offering a $1 million bonus payout in 2014 to the owner of any horse sweeping the Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III), Tampa Bay Derby (gr. II), and Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I).
| Horse | Trainer | Breeder / Owner |
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| Abuela | Victoria H. Oliver |
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| Battle Hardened | Michael J. Maker |
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| Blue Angel Express | Butch Silva |
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| Burning Time | David Fawkes |
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| Crying Lightening (IRE) | James J. Toner |
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| Dundalk Dust | Chris M. Block |
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| Ecabroni | Wesley A. Ward |
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| Exclusive Love | Mark E. Casse |
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| Fox Rules | M. Anthony Ferraro |
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| Holy Highway | W. John Bourke |
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| Jenny's So Great | Gregory de Gannes |
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| Keertana | Thomas F. Proctor |
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| Martita Sangrita | Leigh Delacour |
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| Master Shade (ITY) | H. Graham Motion |
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| Moroccan Brew | Hugh H. Robertson |
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| Neck 'n Neck | Ian R. Wilkes |
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| Prospective | Mark E. Casse |
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| Ravelo's Boy | Manuel J. Azpurua |
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| Reveron | Agustin C. Bezara |
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| State of Play | Richard C. Mettee |
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| Zagora (FR) | Chad C. Brown |
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| Suncoast S. | TAM | 1/31 |
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| Sam F. Davis S. (gr. III) | TAM | 1/31 |
