Apprentice Bags 3 During River Downs' Opener
Amanda Tamburello, a 33-year-old apprentice rider, rode three winners on River Downs' nine-race opening day card.
Headlines for Friday, May 13, 2011
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Pair Work in :10 at Barretts Under-Tack Show
A son of Congrats and a filly by Speightstown work a quarter-mile in :10 during the under tack show for the May 16 Barretts May 2-year-old sale.
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'Norman,' Mr. Commons in Preakness Tuneups
With trainer Chris Grove looking on, Norman Asbjornson turned in his final workout for the Preakness Stakes (gr. I) Friday, May 13 at Pimlico Race Course; Mr. Commons drills seven furlongs at Hollywood Park.
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Derby Mo-Jo: The Final Chapter
Mike Repole wraps up his Uncle Mo diary, and gives an update on the champion's health.
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Hollendorfer, 3 Fillies Make Hall of Fame
Trainer Jerry Hollendorfer, along with top fillies Open Mind, Safely Kept, and Sky Beauty form the Class of 2011 for the National Museum of Racing's Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will take place Aug. 12.
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Trainer, Former NFL Player Crenshaw Dies
Trainer and former professional football player Bobby D. Crenshaw died on Wednesday, May 11 after a prolonged battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 67.
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Quinonez Notches 3,000th Win
Jockey Luis Quinonez won the 3,000th race of his career Thursday, May 12 at Lone Star Park when Hit It Hard rolled to an 8 3/4-length victory in the seventh race.
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Sway Away Gets His Chance in Preakness
Jeff Bonde is hoping Sway Away's inability to draw into the Derby will be a blessing in disguise for the May 21 Preakness Stakes (gr. I) at Pimlico Race Course.
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Preakness: Will Flashpoint Tackle Shackle?
It is early to start talking pace strategy for the Preakness Stakes (gr. I), but with the speedy Shackleford and Flashpoint heading for the second leg of the Triple Crown, you can bet the discussion is going to intensify.
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Duchossois: Slots Revenue Would Be Welcome
Arlington Park chairman Richard L. Duchossois said he doesn't know if the racetrack can survive unless the Illinois legislature finally allows Arlington to add slot machines.
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NJ Track Leases Approved, But Issues Remain
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has signed off on lease agreements for Monmouth Park and Meadowlands effective June 1, but pressing issues remain.
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Commentary: Nutritional Supplements for Horses: Where's the Science?
Many owners don't think twice before feeding their horses nutritional supplements touted to solve issues ranging from metabolic and joint problems to insect control and behavioral vices. But in many cases the science behind the powders, pellets, and liquids that these horses consume daily is lacking due to research challenges. Thus, owners need to be ...
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MSU Chief Works to Restore Ex-Racehorses' Health
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has named John Stick, DVM, the chief of staff at Michigan State University's (MSU) Large Animal Teaching Hospital, April's honored practitioner for the Good Works for Horses campaign.
