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3yo Bay Colt
| Trainer: Michael R. Matz | |
| Jockey: Julien R. Leparoux | |
| Owner: Chadds Ford Stable | |
| Breeder: Phyllis M Wyeth |
| Union Rags | Dixie Union | Dixieland Band |
| She's Tops | ||
| Tempo | Gone West | |
| Terpsichorist |
| Year | Sale | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Fasig-Tipton New York Saratoga 2010 Select Yearling Sale | $145,000 |
| 2011 | Fasig-Tipton Florida Select 2-Year-Olds in Training 2011 | $390,000 |
Tom and new co-host Pete Denk present an early look at the Belmont Stakes. Sponsored by TVG.
The New York State Racing and Wagering Board has issued a set of protocols for horses running in the Belmont Stakes, the most notable one being the use of a stakes barn, to which all Belmont starters must go beginning June 6.
Yesterday
A photo gallery of a typical morning with Belmont Stakes contender Union Rags.
With a steady rain falling, dual classic winner I'll Have Another galloped a mile at Belmont Park May 25 as he continued to prepare for attempt at history in the June 9 Belmont Stakes (gr. I).
6 days ago
Fountain of Youth winner is looking for a clean trip this time under John Velazquez.
Thursday, May 24, 2012John Velazquez will replace Julien Leparoux aboard Union Rags as he seeks to end I'll Have Another's bid for the Triple Crown in the June 9 Belmont Stakes (gr .I).
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Trainer Michael Matz confirmed May 22 that Union Rags will be ridden by jockey John Velazquez in the June 9 Belmont Stakes (gr. I).
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
A strong contingent of horses will attempt to spoil the Triple Crown bid of I'll Have Another when the 3-year-olds assemble at Belmont Park on June 9 for the Belmont Stakes (gr. I).
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Trainer Michael Matz and owner/breeder Phyllis Wyeth announced May 9 that they have decided to forego the May 19 Preakness Stakes (gr. I) with Union Rags.
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Evan Hammonds recaps the 2012 Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks and several undercard races from the weekend.
Some of the starters in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) will go on to the Preakness Stakes (gr. I) while plans are undetermined for other runners.
Sunday, May 06, 2012
Jason and Tom give their picks for the 138th Kentucky Derby.
Who is Jason picking in the Oaks and the Derby?
There is no true standout in the 2012 Kentucky Derby, but despite it being a wide-open affair, that shouldn't be mistaken for inconsistency. A record nine Derby starters return from last year's Breeders' Cup Juvenile.
Friday, May 04, 2012
With so much speed entered in this year's Kentucky Derby, you have to consider that stalkers, and closers who sit just off the pace this year could pull out a victory.
The time is getting near. No not the Derby, trying to finally decipher this intricate and confusing puzzle.
It sure felt like summer as several Derby horses schooled this morning and afternoon.
Lenny Shulman updates the news of the day, including the first track appearances for Gemologist, El Padrino, and Take Charge Indy, and the arrival of Hansen. Sponsored by Three Chimneys Farm.
Zayat Stable's Bodemeister, the Arkansas Derby (gr. I) winner, drew post 6 and was made the 4-1 morning line favorite for the May 5 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I).
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
An overflow field of 21 passed the entry box the morning of May 2 for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I). Based on graded stakes earnings, only 20 can start May 5.
Wednesday, May 02, 2012Hosted by Todd Schrupp and Paul Rogers, the Trainer's Dinner attracted a full crowd to the Regency Ballroom at the Hyatt Regency in Louisville May 1.
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
Derby contender Union Rags is bathed at Churchill Downs, May 1.
Steve's at the end of his 2012 Kentucky Derby Dozen trail. What is the final line-up for Kentucky Derby 138? Read to find out!
Julien Leparoux discusses his thoughts on Union Rags and the Kentucky Derby 138 field.
The works are done, and all that remains are the final gallops and observing how the horses are thriving during the final week
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Trainer: Michael R. Matz
Owner: Chadds Ford Stable
Jockey: Julien R. Leparoux
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