Ramseys, Maker, Geroux Star at Kentucky Downs
Owners Ken and Sarah Ramsey, trainer Mike Maker and jockey Florent Geroux all clinched repeat titles in their respective categories for the 2016 Kentucky Downs meeting.
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 3 | Kentucky Downs Ladies Turf S. | $350,000a | 3&up, f/m | 8f T | Results & Video |
| September 3 | Kentucky Downs Juvenile S. | $350,000a | 2 yo | 7f T | Results & Video |
| September 3 | Kentucky Downs Turf Sprint S. | $350,000a | 3&up | 6.5f T | Results & Video |
| September 3 | Exacta Systems Juvenile Fillies S. | $350,000a | 2 yo, Fillies | 7f T | Results & Video |
| September 8 | Old Friends S. | $150,000a | 3&up | 8.32f T | Results & Video |
| September 10 | Calumet Farm Kentucky Turf Cup S. (gr. III) | $600,000a | 3&up | 12f T | Results & Video |
| September 10 | More Than Ready Mile S. | $400,000a | 3&up | 8f T | Results & Video |
| September 10 | Kentucky Downs Ladies Sprint S. | $350,000a | 3&up, f/m | 6.5f T | Results & Video |
| September 10 | One Dreamer S. | $150,000a | 3&up, f/m | 8.32f T | Results & Video |
| September 11 | Exacta Systems Dueling Grounds Derby | $350,000g | 3yos | T | Results & Video |
| September 11 | Dueling Grounds Oaks | $200,000g | 3yos, Fillies | T | Results & Video |
| September 15 | Kentucky Downs Ladies Marathon S. | $350,000a | 3&up, f/m | T | Results & Video |
Another Handle Spike for Kentucky Downs
With record purses attracting full fields and low takeout sparking interest from horseplayers, Kentucky Downs closed its five-date boutique meet Sept. 15 with total wagering up nearly 34 percent.
The Week in Photos for 9/13/2016
The week in photos has a major international flare this week, including Ireland, France, Korea plus several domestic races!
Maker, Geroux Sweep Kentucky Downs Stakes
Trainer Mike Maker and jockey Florent Geroux swept the stakes events Sept. 11 at Kentucky Downs and did so as impressively as seemingly imaginable.
Another Big Win for Da Big Hoss
"All I can say is he's the second-best marathon horse in the United States," said trainer Mike Maker, ceding the top position to five-time group/grade I winner Flintshire. "I think we just go right to the Breeders' Cup. He runs really well fresh."
Watchyourownbobber Proves More Than Ready
A weather delay of about 15 minutes didn't bother Watchyourownbobber in the More Than Ready Stakes, as the even-money favorite scored a clear victory in the one-mile test Sept. 10 at Kentucky Downs.
Litfin: Summer Twilight at Kentucky Downs
Everyone is going through Saratoga Race Course withdrawal, but thankfully there is the wonderful spectacle of Kentucky Downs to ease the transition from summer to fall.
Airoforce, 'Oscar' Face Off at Kentucky Downs
Back on their preferred surface after stints on the Triple Crown trail, Airoforce and Oscar Nominated have run well in multiple starts on turf, but have yet to find the winner's circle despite close calls.
Watchyourownbobber to Try the More Than Ready
Watchyourownbobber will try for a third consecutive stakes win at a third different track when he faces an expected seven rivals in the $400,000 More Than Ready Mile Stakes Sept. 10 at Kentucky Downs.
Da Big Hoss Seeks KY Turf Cup Repeat
Da Big Hoss will face eight rivals Sept. 10 when he tries to become only the second horse to capture the $600,000 Calumet Farm Kentucky Turf Cup (gr. IIIT) twice.
Johnsen Loved Kentucky Downs From Start
When the Kentucky Downs Ladies Turf goes to the post Saturday, Kentucky Downs president Corey Johnsen expects to reflect back on that race a decade ago.
Toowindytohaulrox Targets Kentucky Downs Race
Toowindytohaulrox will be making first start outside of California.
KY Downs to Open With Loaded All-Turf Card
Kentucky Downs will begin its lucrative five-day, all-turf meet Sept. 3 with four stakes—two of them for 2-year-olds at seven furlongs—worth a total of $1.4 million. The 10-race card saw 136 horses make the overnight.
Kentucky Downs Program Supports Research
The third Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Day at Kentucky Downs is scheduled for Sept. 3.
Ruling Favors Historical Racing Graphics
A Kentucky judge has ruled that the manner in which a race result is depicted on historical racing machines to determine if a player has won or lost is not a factor in whether the electronic form of gaming is legal.
Historical Racing Argued Again in Court
Attorneys for two sides in the convoluted court battle over historical race wagering in Kentucky were in court again July 25, arguing whether the type machines in use at Kentucky Downs are in compliance with state regulations.
Georgia VIP Day Set for Kentucky Downs
Starting Gate Marketing in partnership with the Georgia Horse Racing Coalition is excited to announce Georgia VIP Day at Kentucky Downs on Thursday, September 8th.
Two Tracks to Offer Claiming Crown Qualifiers
- By Tom LaMarra
- Thoroughbred Racing, Northeast Region, Southeast Region, Kentucky, Mid-Atlantic Region
Kentucky Downs and Laurel Park will host automatic qualifying races for this year's Claiming Crown, which is scheduled for Dec. 3 at Gulfstream Park.
Overnight Purses High for Saratoga Meet
The most lucrative North American race meet of the year thus far in terms of overnight purses begins July 22 with the opening of Saratoga Race Course.
Kentucky Downs Plans Facility Renovations
Kentucky Downs hopes to have about $4 million worth of facility renovations in place by the time the track opens for its five days of live racing beginning Sept. 3.
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