BC Interview: Kiaran McLaughlin
Trainer Kiaran McLaughlin discusses Alpha, Emcee, Fortify, and Questing at Breeders' Cup on Oct. 29. watch video
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HRRN Plans 20 Hours of Breeders' Cup Coverage
Horse Racing Radio Network, the Eclipse Award-winning broadcast organization based in Lexington, will provide 20 hours of on-site Breeders' Cup coverage live from Santa Anita Park beginning Tuesday, Oct. 3.
Flight Carrying BC Horses Able to Leave NY
A flight carrying a contingent of Breeders' Cup horses from New York to California was rescheduled to 1 a.m. EDT Oct. 29 and was able to take off as Hurricane Sandy approached the Northeast, Breeders' Cup officials said.
Breeders' Cup Horsemen Back New Vocations
For the fourth consecutive year, New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program is working with trainers and owners of Breeders' Cup contenders to pledge a percentage of their earnings to support New Vocations.
Breeders' Cup News Minute - 10/28/2012
Steve Haskin gives analysis on works for Game On Dude, Power Broker, Title Contender, and Dullahan. Steve also talks about Beholder, My Miss Aurelia and discusses the tale of two coasts. watch video
In Lingerie to Start in Filly & Mare Turf
Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners and Gary Barber's In Lingerie will start in the Nov. 2 Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf (gr. IT) and not the Ladies' Classic (gr. I), Eclipse president Aron Wellman confirmed Oct. 28.
Novak At the Track: Pure Animal
The Kentucky Derby Winner is on the Comeback Trail. read blog
Countdown to the Cup: Welcome to California
It was a tale of two coasts Sunday morning. read blog
Bourbon Bay Out of Breeders' Cup Turf
David Heerensperger's Bourbon Bay will not run in the Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT) at Santa Anita Park Nov. 3, Breeders' Cup oficials said Oct. 28.
My Miss Aurelia in Ladies' Classic Breeze
Undefeated champion My Miss Aurelia, among the favorites for the Breeders' Cup Ladies' Classic (gr. I), breezed a half-mile in :48 at Santa Anita Oct. 28 in preparation for her Nov. 2 World Championships race.
BC Interview: Bob Baffert's Contenders
Trainer Bob Baffert on Game On Dude and 10 other Cup horses. watch video
BC Mile or Turf for Little Mike?
Trainer Dale Romans contemplates starting Little Mike in the Breeders' Cup Turf instead of the Mile. watch video
'Dude' Works, Baffert Says Gelding is Ready
A slew of Breeders' Cup-bound horses trained by Bob Baffert worked Oct. 28 at Santa Anita Park, including Game On Dude, the expected favorite for the Nov. 3 Classic (gr. I).
Fort Larned Puts in Final BC Classic Move
In his final major training move for the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) at Santa Anita Park, Whitney Handicap (gr. I) winner Fort Larned breezed a bullet five furlongs in 1:00 2/5 Oct. 28 at Churchill Downs.
BC Has Contingency Plan for Air Transport
Breeders' Cup has a contingency plan in place for air transport of horses should an impending major storm in the Northeast cause problems, officials said Oct. 27.
BC Interview: Graham Motion - Animal Kingdom
- By Claire Novak
Trainer Graham Motion talks about Breeders' Cup Mile contender Animal Kingdom's final breeze at Keeneland. Watch Video
Baffert Shrugs Off Home Track Edge in Cup
Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert says there's no advantage to racing in is own backyard when it comes to the Breeders' Cup.
Slideshow: Breeders' Cup Mile
Images from the Breeders' Cup Mile: 1984 - 2011. View Slideshow
Animal Kingdom Has Workmanlike Drill
On a cool morning Oct. 26 at Keeneland, 2011 Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom turned in a workmanlike breeze preparing for his upcoming start in the Nov. 3 Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT) at Santa Anita Park.
Live Blog - Friday, October 26 at NOON EDT
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Breeders' Cup Works Heat Up at Santa Anita
Fans at Santa Anita's Clockers' Corner had plenty of action on the morning of Oct. 25 as 10 horses pointing to the Breeders' Cup breezed. At Calder, defending Filly & Mare Sprint winner Musical Romance worked five furlongs.
THS: Breeders' Cup Preview Saturday Card
Watch Tom and Pete preview the Breeders' Cup Saturday card, including the Classic, Mile, Juvenile Turf and Juvenile. watch video
180 Horses Pre-Entered for Breeders' Cup
The Breeders' Cup announced Oct. 24 that 180 horses, including eight former or defending winners, were pre-entered for the Nov. 2-3 World Championships at Santa Anita Park.
BC Interview: Mike Stidham - Willcox Inn
- By Ron Mitchell
Mike Stidham on Breeders' Cup Mile contender Willcox Inn. Watch Video
BC Interview: Ken McPeek - Atigun
- By Ron Mitchell
Ken McPeek talks about Breeders' Cup contender Atigun and plans for Golden Ticket. Watch Video
Bullet Breeze for Nonios at Hollywood
On a light day for workouts by horses pointing to the Breeders' Cup World Championships at Santa Anita Park, Nonios turned some heads with a bullet five-furlong breeze at Betfair Hollywood Park Oct. 24.
Lasix Ban Not a Worry For Pletcher
Todd Pletcher, who has three top-class juveniles, discusses the ban on Lasix.
Complete Breeders' Cup Pre-Entries
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Trailblazer Continues Breeders' Cup Work
Working handily, Trailblazer completed five furlongs in 1:02 on the Cushion Track in preparation for the Breeders' Cup. Trailblazer has been pointing to the Breeders' Cup Turf (gr. IT).
Belle of the Hall Targets Filly & Mare Sprint
West Point Thoroughbreds' 5-year-old mare Belle of the Hall will head to California for the $1 million Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint (gr. I) at Santa Anita Park Nov. 3, the partnership group announced Oct. 23.
Talkin' Horses: Haskin Breeders' Cup Insights
- By Ron Mitchell
Steve Haskin, Senior Correspondent for The Blood-Horse, was the guest on Talkin' Horses with The Blood-Horse live podcast 2 p.m. EDT, Tuesday, Oct. 23. Haskin discussed his insight and thoughts on this year's Breeders' Cup. Listen Now!
Breeders' Cup Starts Text to Donate Campaign
In continuing support of a national program for retired racehorses, the Breeders' Cup announced Oct. 23 that it has created a Text to Donate campaign that will allow fans to contribute to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
Animal Kingdom Arrives at Keeneland
Animal Kingdom, winner of the 2011 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), returned to Keeneland Oct. 22 from his home base at Fair Hill, Md., to continue preparations for a Nov. 3 run at the Breeders' Cup Mile.
Golden Ticket to Bypass Breeders' Cup
Golden Ticket, dead-heat winner of the Travers Stakes (gr. I), was not pre-entered in the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) and will be out for an undetermined period of time, trainer Ken McPeek said Oct. 23.
Bullet Works for Royal Delta, Point of Entry
Royal Delta and Point of Entry, two of the top horses pointing to the Breeders' Cup World Championships on Nov. 2-3 at Santa Anita Park, turned in bullet workouts on Oct. 22 at Belmont Park.
Breeders' Cup Pre-Entries Released Oct. 24
The deadline to pre-enter horses for the Nov. 2-3 Breeders' Cup World Championships is Monday, Oct. 22, with the official announcement of all pre-entered horses and their respective races to be made Oct. 24.
Chasing the Cup - 2012 BC Challenge Races
Win a Breeders' Cup Challenge race, and you're in the Breeders' Cup. We honor those who have won challenge races. More
After the Wire - 10/21/2012
Evan recaps a few races from Ascot, the Jean Lafitte Stakes and more! watch video
Slideshow: Breeders' Cup Challenge Winners
As the Breeders' Cup gets closer, look back at the Challenge Winners. View Slideshow
Pletcher's Crew Solid in Santa Anita BC Works
Breeders' Cup candidates were out in full force at Santa Anita Park Oct. 20, going through the late stages of their major drills for the World Championships events.
Breeders' Cup Hopefuls on Keeneland Worktab
While Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT) contender Wise Dan captivated the attention of many on the Keeneland grounds with his morning breeze Oct. 20, Willcox Inn, Atigun, Golden Ticket, and Brown Almighty were also on the worktab.
Wise Dan Sparkles in Final Move for BC Mile
Charlie Lopresti sent top Breeders' Cup Mile contender Wise Dan through an Oct. 20 breeze at Keeneland in preparation for his upcoming bid at the World Championships, and the versatile runner responded with usual alacrity.
Godolphin Breeders' Cup Trio Breezes
Trainer Kiaran McLaughlin had Godolphin Racing stars Alpha, Emcee, and Questing prepare for the Breeders' Cup World Championships with workouts at Darley's Greentree Training Center on Oct. 19 in Saratoga Springs.
John Deere Sales Manager Mark Johnson Dies
Mark Johnson, longtime manager of national sales for John Deere's agricultural division and an important figure to the Thoroughbred industry, died Oct. 3 after a lengthy battle with lung cancer.
BC Interview: Wesley Ward
- By Ron Mitchell
Trainer Wesley Ward discusses Breeders' Cup contenders Great Attack and Politicallycorrect. Watch Video
THS: Breeders' Cup Preview Friday Card
Pete and Claire examine the fields for the Friday card of Breeders' Cup weekend. watch video
Lasix-off not an issue for Fortify
- By Pete Denk
Handicappers must factor in Lasix ban on two-year-old races. read blog
BC Painting to be Unveiled at LA Live Oct. 25
In celebration of the Breeders' Cup World Championships' return to Southern California, a 3D painting will be unveiled at LA Live on Oct. 25.
Fasig-Tipton Named Partner in Breeders' Cup
Fasig-Tipton has been named a presenting partner of the 2012 Breeders' Cup World Championships.
Owner Repole to Skip Breeders' Cup
Frustrated with a Breeders' Cup decision to require starters in its five juvenile races at this year's World Championships to race without Salix, owner Mike Repole will not send any horses to this year's event.
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