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'Chrome,' American Pharoah Top CA Worktab

By Jeremy Balan
February 21, 2015
Racing, Triple Crown, West Region

The stars were out for workouts in Southern California the morning of Feb. 21. California Chrome led the group with a half-mile work in :48 4/5 at his home track, Los Alamitos Racecourse.

Beholder Could Make Return in Madison Stakes

By Blood-Horse Staff
February 12, 2015
Racing, West Region

Two-time champion Beholder could make her return to the races in the $350,000 Madison Stakes (gr. I) over seven furlongs at Keeneland on April 4, according to trainer Richard Mandella.

Beholder to Remain With Trainer Mandella

Two-time Eclipse champion Beholder will remain with Hall of Fame trainer Richard Mandella for the time being as she recovers fully from a fever that forced her out of Longines Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I).

Beholder Scratched from F-T November Sale

Spendthrift Farm's two-time champion Beholder has been scratched from the Fasig-Tipton November sale in Lexington to continue her recovery from an illness that knocked her out of the Longines Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I).

Close Hatches, Untapable Take Aim at Distaff

After finishing fourth as the favorite in the Spinster Stakes (gr. I) at Keeneland, Juddmonte Farms' Close Hatches will try to bounce back in the $2 million Longines Breeders' Cup Distaff Nov. 1 at Santa Anita Park.

Two-Time Champion Beholder Out of BC Distaff

Two-time champion Beholder spiked a temperature of 104 degrees the morning of Oct. 19 and will not be able to defend her title in the Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I) at Santa Anita Park, trainer Richard Mandella said.

Untapable Tops Worktab Sunday at Santa Anita

Longines Kentucky Oaks (gr. I) winner Untapable, who suddenly looms as a possible favorite in the Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I) following the defection of Beholder, turned in a bullet five-furlong move at Santa Anita Oct. 19.

Bevy of Breeders' Cup Workers Hit Santa Anita

October 18, 2014
Racing, Breeders' Cup, West Region

The countdown to the upcoming 31st Breeders' Cup World Championships at Santa Anita Park intensified Oct. 18 with a bevy of workers out at the Southern California track on a pleasant, sun-kissed morning.

Iotapa Could Take Hronis From Claim to Fame

With a pair of grade I victories under her belt, a track she likes, and early or tactical speed her rivals must contend with, Hronis Racing's Iotapa looms a threat in this year's $2 million Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I).

Lenny's Place - Episode 3

October 16, 2014

Join Lenny Shulman as he talks with the legendary Nick Zito. Zito talks through Keeneland's new track surface, shares thoughts on his top horses, and gives a tip on one of his top 2-year-olds. watch video

Catching Up with 2013 Breeders' Cup Winners

Some have retired, a hearty few race on, but the winners of last year's Breeders' Cup World Championships will always have their place in history. Here we check in with the 14 runners who put on a great show in 2013.

Beholder Posts Breeders' Cup Distaff Work

Working under a fog so thick her trainer couldn't even see it, two-time Eclipse Award winner Beholder went five furlongs in company the morning of Oct. 12 in 1:02 1/5 under regular rider Mike Smith at Santa Anita Park.

Three KY Oaks Winners in F-T November Sale

By Ron Mitchell
October 3, 2014
Sales, Kentucky

Three winners of the Kentucky Oaks (gr. I) are among the 35 grade or group I winners or producers consigned to this year's Fasig-Tipton November sale that will be held Monday, Nov. 3.

Lenny's Place - Episode 2

By Lenny Shulman
October 1, 2014

Lenny Shulman and special guest Kenny Rice discuss Super Saturday races and their implications for the Breeders'Cup. Kenny is also interviewed by Lenny about his experience interviewing Steve Coburn following the Belmont. watch video

The Week in Photos for 9/30/2014

September 30, 2014

Super Saturday with racing from Santa Anita, Belmont Park, Churchill Downs, Australia, Laurel Park, Woodbine & More! view slideshow

After the Wire: Jockey Club Gold Cup

By Evan Hammonds
September 28, 2014

Evan Hammonds recaps a plethora of graded stakes from the weekend. Learn how the Jockey Club Gold Cup, Awesome Again S., Zenyatta S., and FrontRunner S. will effect the Breeders' Cup. watch video

Champion Beholder Defends Zenyatta Crown

By Evan Hammonds
September 27, 2014
Racing, Breeders' Cup, West Region

Beholder, a two-time champion, tuned up for the Breeders' Cup with a three-quarter-length score over Tiz Midnight in the 1 1/16-mile Zenyatta Stakes (gr. I) Sept. 27 at Santa Anita.

Beholder, Iotapa Lock Horns in Zenyatta

By Lenny Shulman
September 26, 2014
Racing, Breeders' Cup, West Region

Beholder, who loves racing at Santa Anita but will be making just her third start of the year, will have to outkick dual grade I winner Iotapa to win the $300,000 Zenyatta Stakes (gr. I) Sept. 27.

Unlocking Winners: Super Saturday!

September 25, 2014
Handicapping

J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Super Saturday races at Belmont Park and Santa Anita. read blog

Champion Beholder to Fasig-Tipton November

By Blood-Horse Staff
September 24, 2014
Sales, West Region, Kentucky

Two-time Eclipse Award winner will be consigned by Spendthrift to the Nov. 3 Fasig-Tipton November sale, three days after defending her title in the Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I).

Slideshow: Princess of Sylmar

September 24, 2014

Relive moments from the racing career of Princess of Sylmar. view slideshow

Beholder Fires Bullet for Zenyatta Defense

Two-time champion filly Beholder turned in a bullet seven-furlong workout Sept. 20 at Santa Anita Park as she prepares to defend last year's victory in the Zenyatta Stakes (gr. I) Sept. 27.

Average, Median Up on Day 1 of Keeneland Sale

By Glenye Cain Oakford
September 8, 2014
Breeding, Sales, Kentucky

Keeneland's September yearling sale opened Monday with a pair of million-dollar fillies by Bernardini and Curlin leading higher average and median.

Beholder's Half Sister Brings $1.1 Million

By Ron Mitchell
September 8, 2014
Sales, Kentucky

A bay half sister to two-time champion Beholder was purchased by Bridlewood Farm for $1.1 million to become the first offering to reach seven figures during the Keeneland September yearling sale.

Some Yearlings to Note at Keeneland September

By Glenye Cain Oakford
September 7, 2014
Sales, Kentucky

With Keeneland's September yearling sale set to begin Sept. 8, here's a selection of outstanding pedigrees worth noting at the auction's opening session.

Beholder 'Questionable' for Del Mar Meet

Two-time Eclipse Award champion Beholder is likely out until this fall as she recovers from a cut on her left hind pastern sustained when finishing fourth in the Ogden Phipps Stakes (gr. I) at Belmont Park.

After the Wire: Belmont Stakes 146

June 8, 2014
Triple Crown

J. Keeler Johnson takes a look at the Belmont Stakes and also reflects on several undercard races for this week's After the Wire. watch video

Versatile Close Hatches Claims Ogden Phipps

By Claire Novak
June 7, 2014
Racing, Breeders' Cup, Northeast Region, West Region

Close Hatches turned back Princess of Sylmar and picked up the pieces when Beholder finished fourth in the June 7 Ogden Phipps Stakes (gr. I) at Belmont Park.

Spendthrift Counts on 'Medal' for Belmont

Son of Dynaformer may be pointed to turf by his connections in the future, but a big run in the Belmont Stakes June 7 guarantees Medal Count will be given every opportunity to excel on dirt for the remainder of this season.

Beholder Schools in the Paddock

By Ron Mitchell
June 6, 2014
Racing

Beholder, with trainer Richard Mandella, schools in paddock at Belmont Park on June 6, 2014. watch video

Belmont Mega-Day Shines Along With 'Chrome'

NYRA unveils the first in its mega-day strategy June 7 when it moves races like the Met Mile, Ogden Phipps, Acorn, and Brooklyn to Belmont Stakes day in an effort to ramp up interest, quality, and handle.

Beholder Makes Eastward Trek for Ogden Phipps

A sporting gesture put two-time champion Beholder on a plane to Belmont Park last week for the brewing rematch between her and 2013 Kentucky Oaks (gr. I) winner Princess of Sylmar in the $1 million Ogden Phipps (gr. I).

Beholder Breezes at Belmont Park June 2, 2014

June 2, 2014

See video of Beholder prepping to run in the Ogden Phipps at Belmont Park. watch video

Beholder, Close Hatches Work for Ogden Phipps

Belmont Stakes (gr. I) contenders weren't the only ones catching attention June 2 at Belmont Park. Champion filly Beholder and rival Close Hatches both turned in final pre-race preparations for the Ogden Phipps (gr. I).

Belmont Stakes News Update for June 2, 2014

By Claire Novak
June 2, 2014
Triple Crown

Claire Novak reports from Belmont Park on Social Inclusion possibly running in the Woody Stevens, California Chrome, Kid Cruz, Beholder and Close Hatches. watch video

Princess of Sylmar Sparks Regional Pride

Princess of Sylmar may not have won an Eclipse Award for 2013 despite four consecutive grade I victories, but owner Ed Stanco of King of Prussia Stable was a happy man at the Iroquois Awards Dinner in Pennsylvania May 30.

Fields Taking Shape for Belmont Day Undercard

A list of likely starters for the five grade I events on the Belmont Stakes day undercard June 7 has been released by the track's racing office, headed by the $1.25 million Metropolitan Handicap.

Medal Count Pointed Toward Belmont Stakes

Owner Spendthrift Farm said May 27 that Medal Count, a troubled eighth in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), is being pointed to the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes (gr. I) at Belmont Park June 7.

Santa Anita Winter Meet Handle Up 4%

By Blood-Horse Staff
April 20, 2014
Racing, West Region

Handle from all-sources during Santa Anita Park's winter meet was up 4% when the Arcadia, Calif., track concluded the meet April 20.

Bejarano Takes Santa Anita Jockey Title

By Blood-Horse Staff
April 20, 2014

Trainers Jerry Hollendorfer and John Sadler shared the trainer title and jockey Rafael Bejarano ranked as the top jockey when Santa Anita Park concluded its winter meet April 20.

Champion Filly Beholder Coasts in 2014 Debut

By Myra Lewyn
April 20, 2014
Racing, West Region

Dual champion filly Beholder coasted to an easy win in her 2014 debut on a hot, sunny Easter Sunday at Santa Anita Park, taking the $75,000 Santa Lucia Stakes from four overmatched rivals.

Take Charge Lady Kentucky Broodmare of Year

By Blood-Horse Staff
April 17, 2014
Breeding, Kentucky

Eaton Sales' Take Charge Lady, the dam of champion 3-year-old colt Will Take Charge, was honored as Broodmare of the Year by the Kentucky Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association at its annual awards luncheon April 17.

Santa Lucia Attracts Two-Time Champ Beholder

April 13, 2014
Racing, West Region

Two-time Eclipse Award champion filly Beholder towers over six older fillies and mares in the Santa Lucia Stakes at 1 1/16 miles April 20, her first start since winning the Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I) at Santa Anita Park.

Fastnet Rock Colt Tops Closing Day at Inglis

By Myra Lewyn
April 10, 2014
International, Sales

A Fastnet Rock colt sold to trainer Gerald Ryan for the highest price of $1.3 million ($1,224,972 in United States funds) April 10 before the Inglis Australian Easter yearling sale closed its three-day run in Sydney.

Champs Beholder, She's a Tiger Post Workouts

By Jack Shinar
March 15, 2014
Racing, West Region

Female champions Beholder and She's a Tiger were both out for workouts the morning of March 15 at Santa Anita Park as they draw closer to their undetermined 2014 debuts.

Slideshow: 2013 Eclipse Awards

January 19, 2014

Celebrating the winners of the 2013 Eclipse Awards. view slideshow

Eclipse Night Filled with Repeat Winners

By Eric Mitchell
January 19, 2014
Racing

Wise Dan, the 2013 Horse of the Year, became the first horse to win three championships in consecutive years.

Beholder's Cup Win Earned Eclipse

By Tracy Gantz
January 18, 2014
Racing, West Region

Beholder's smashing victory in the Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I) ensured her a second consecutive Eclipse Award. She was voted champion 3-year-old filly of 2013 over finalists Princess of Sylmar and Close Hatches.

3-Year-Old Filly Division Balanced in 2013

By Tracy Gantz
January 14, 2014
Racing

Perhaps no Eclipse Award category overflowed with more talent than among the 3-year-old fillies of 2013. They performed admirably against each other and then went out and defeated the best of their older counterparts.

Wise Dan Again Finalist for Top Eclipse Award

By Blood-Horse Staff
January 8, 2014
Racing, Breeding

Led by Horse of the Year candidates Mucho Macho Man, Will Take Charge, and 2012 Horse of the Year Wise Dan, the finalists for the 2013 Eclipse Awards were announced Jan. 8.

Beholder View Five-Cross Pedigree	Henny Hughes	Hennessy
		Meadow Flyer
	Leslie's Lady	Tricky Creek
		Crystal Lady

Trainer	Richard E. Mandella
Jockey	Mike E. Smith
Owner	Spendthrift Farm LLC
Breeder	Clarkland Farm

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