Risen Star Runner-Up Forevamo Bounces Back
Brittlyn Stable's Forevamo has exited his second-place finish in the $400,000 Veterans Ford Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) in good order, according to trainer Al Stall and owner Evelyn Benoit.
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Making the Grade: Gun Runner
This week we take a closer look at Gun Runner, winner of the $400,000 Veterans Ford Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) on Feb. 20 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
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Gun Runner is the new Derby points leader after winning the Risen Star and more inside the February 27, 2016 Blood-Horse magazine!
Airoforce Likely Off Kentucky Derby Trail
Though early indications are John Oxley's Airoforce came out of his 10th-place finish in the Risen Star (gr. II) in good health, trainer Mark Casse said the Colonel John colt is likely off the Triple Crown trail.
Dolphus Scratched From Risen Star
The connections of Dolphus said Thursday they plan to scratch from the Veterans Ford Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) as the timing of the race doesn't quite fit for the half brother of Horse of the Year Rachel Alexandra.
Can Gun Runner Upset the Risen Star Stakes?
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) at Fair Grounds. read blog
That Handicapping Show: The Risen Star
Claire Novak, Ellis Starr, and Tom LaMarra preview the Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) featuring Its All Relevant, Mo Tom, Gun Runner, Dolphus, Airoforce, Tom's Ready, and Uncle Walter. Sponsored by Equibase. Watch Video
That Handicapping Show: The Risen Star
Claire Novak, Ellis Starr, and Tom LaMarra preview the Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) featuring Its All Relevant, Mo Tom, Gun Runner, Dolphus, Airoforce, Tom's Ready, and Uncle Walter. Sponsored by Equibase.
That Handicapping Show: The Risen Star
Claire Novak, Ellis Starr, and Tom LaMarra preview the Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) featuring Its All Relevant, Mo Tom, Gun Runner, Dolphus, Airoforce, Tom's Ready, and Uncle Walter. Sponsored by Equibase. Download Equibase Past Performances for the Risen Star.
Risen Star Can Serve as Gauge for Mo Tom
- By Tom LaMarra
- Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Midwest Region, Southeast Region, Southwest Region
Trainer Tom Amoss said the field for the Feb. 20 Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) at Fair Grounds is one of the deepest he has seen at the Louisiana track, and he believes that's good for Mo Tom, who he trains for G M B Racing.
Airoforce, Mo Tom Top Risen Star
Airoforce invades New Orleans to take on the local contingency (led by G M B Racing's Mo Tom) in the $400,000 Veterans Ford Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) Feb. 20 at Fair Grounds.
Airoforce Ready for 2016 Debut in Risen Star
John C Oxley's Airoforce has done little wrong in his career.
Bullet Work for Lecomte Runner-Up Tom's Ready
Tom's Ready fired a warning shot in the form of a five-furlong bullet in 1:00 flat Saturday Feb. 6 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
Filly is First Reported Foal for Mark Valeski
The first reported foal for Mark Valeski is a chestnut filly out of Ambition Unbridled born Jan. 27 at Susan and John Sykes' Woodford Thoroughbreds Florida near Reddick.
Von Hemel Duo Could Try Southwest Stakes
Trainer Donnie Von Hemel said Pin Oak Stable's Synchrony will "more than likely" make his next start in the $500,000 Southwest Stakes (gr. III) Feb. 15 at Oaklawn Park.
2016 Incentive Plan at Woodford Thoroughbreds
Woodford Thoroughbreds of Reddick, Fla., has announced it will introduce a special incentive plan in 2016 for breeders who send mares to the farm's seven stallions.
Shotgun Kowboy Tackles OK Classics Cup
Oklahoma Derby (gr. III) winner Shotgun Kowboy looks to add another stakes score to his resume Oct. 17, when he heads a field of six for the $175,000 Oklahoma Classics Cup at Remington Park.
OKC Summer Sale Nearly Matches 2014 Edition
The Carter Sales Company noted its 2015 OKC Summer sale of select Thoroughbred yearlings and horses of racing age Sunday, Aug. 16 in Oklahoma City delivered an average price similar to last year.
TimeformUS Weekend Stakes Play
TimeformUS looks at the Elkhorn Stakes (gr. IIT) at Keeneland. read blog
Unitarian Aims for Second Elkhorn Victory
Robert Evans' Unitarian will attempt to become the fourth horse to win the $250,000 Dixiana Elkhorn (gr. IIT) in consecutive years April 18, when he faces 10 rivals at Keeneland.
Keeping Pace: Weighty Question
Frank Angst analyzes the Kentucky Derby picture following interesting prep races from the weekend, specifically weight assignments. read blog
International Star Carries On in Risen Star
Ken and Sarah Ramsey's International Star came back for more Feb. 21, punching through on the rail to win the $400,000 Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) after taking the Jan. 17 Lecomte Stakes (gr. III) at Fair Grounds.
J S Bach, Villandry Scratched From FG Stakes
Todd Pletcher said J S Bach would be scratched from the Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) and trainer David Carroll said Villandry would be scratched from the Fair Grounds Handicap (gr. IIIT).
Risen Star Attracts Top Three From Lecomte
The top three finishers in the Jan. 17 Lecomte Stakes (gr. III) will face several new shooters in the $400,000 Risen Star Stakes (gr. II) Feb. 21 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
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| Horse | Trainer | Breeder / Owner |
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| Adena's Chance | Gennadi Dorochenko |
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| Afford | Greg Geier |
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| Cactus Son | Jamie Ness |
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| Chamberlain Bridge | W. Bret Calhoun |
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| Country Day | Steve Margolis |
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| El Padrino | Todd A. Pletcher |
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| Heir Joe | David Van Winkle |
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| Hero of Order | Gennadi Dorochenko |
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| Joe Hollywood | Keith G. Bourgeois |
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| Lonesome Street | Michael J. Maker |
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| Mark Valeski | J. Larry Jones |
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| Mr. Bowling | Troy Taylor |
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| Optimizer | Jose Fernandez |
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| Shared Property | Thomas M. Amoss |
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| Smokethruakeyhole | Bobby C. Barnett |
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| Southern Style | Maynard T. Chatters |
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| Sweetsouthernmoon | Keith G. Bourgeois |
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| Ted's Folly | Federico Villafranco |
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| Tizanexpense | Michael J. Maker |
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| Uno Ducksy | J. R. Caldwell |
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| Z Dager | Steven M. Asmussen |
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| Zeb | Daniel J. Vella |
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