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Caption: Ride On Curlin saddle cloth Kentucky Derby contenders in training at the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on April 27, 2014 KentuckyDerby 1Works4_27 image286 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Ride On Curlin Kentucky Derby contenders in training at the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on April 25, 2014. KentuckyDerby 2Works4_25 image364 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Ride On Curlin Kentucky Derby contenders in training at the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on April 25, 2014. KentuckyDerby 2Works4_25 image369 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Ride On Curlin preparing to work Kentucky Derby contenders in training at the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on April 27, 2014 KentuckyDerby 2Works4_27 image972 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Billy Gowan and Ride On Curlin stop to look out the back of Barn 47 toward the track while cooling out after his morning work. Kentucky Derby contenders in training at the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on April 27, 2014 KentuckyDerby 2Works4_27 image075 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: trainer Billy Gowan with Ride On Curlin Kentucky Derby contenders in training at the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on April 27, 2014 KentuckyDerby 2Works4_27 image041 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Ride on Curlin Kentucky Derby contenders in training at the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on April 19, 2014. KentuckyDerby 2Works4_23 image135 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Ride on Curlin with Bryan Beccia Kentucky Derby contenders in training at the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on April 19, 2014. KentuckyDerby 1Works4_23 image074 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Ride On Curlin with trainer Billy Gowan walk towards the paddock.
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California Chrome is chased by Ride On Curlin in the stretch. Trainer William Gowan was thrilled with the effort turned in by Daniel Dougherty's Ride On Curlin. He said if the Curlin colt comes out of the Preakness in good shape, he most likely will compete in the Belmont.
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Preakness contender Ride On Curlin, with Joel Rosario up, walk in the post parade while heading towards the starting gate.
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Caption: Ride On Curlin (red helmet) walks to track with pony Belmont and undercard works on June 1, 2014, at Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y. SunOrigs1 image457 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Caption: Ride On Curlin with Bryan Beccia Belmont and undercard works on June 1, 2014, at Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y. SunOrigs1 image501 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Ride On Curlin wins an allowance race at Oaklawn Park on 1/15/2015.
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Ride On Curlin (outside) wins an allowance race at Oaklawn Park on 1/15/2015.
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Ride On Curlin wins an allowance race at Oaklawn Park on 1/15/2015.
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Ride On Curlin wins an allowance race at Oaklawn Park on 1/15/2015.
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Ride On Curlin wins an allowance race at Oaklawn Park on 1/15/2015.
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Ride On Curlin jogs at Belmont Park on June 5, 2014
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Ride On Curlin jogs at Belmont Park on June 5, 2014
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Ride On Curlin jogs at Belmont Park on June 5, 2014
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Ride On Curlin - Belmont Park, May 30, 2014.
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Ride On Curlin - Belmont Park, May 24, 2014.
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Ride On Curlin in the Preakness Stakes post parade.
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Ride On Curlin - Pimlico, May 13, 2014.
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Ride on Curlin - Churchill Downs, May 1, 2014
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Ride On Curlin - Churchill Downs, April 25, 2014.
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Ride On Curlin - Churchill Downs, April 23, 2014.
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Ride On Curlin - Allowance Win, January 12, 2014.
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Ride On Curlin - Allowance Win, January 12, 2014.
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Ride On Curlin - Allowance Win, January 12, 2014.
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Ride On Curlin works April 6th.
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Ride On Curlin is scheduled to make his 12th career start in the Belmont Stakes.
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Ride On Curlin works at Belmont Park June 1.
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Ride On Curlin works June 1.
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Trainer Billy Gowan and Ride on Curlin
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Ride On Curlin breezed four furlongs in :49 3/5 at Pimlico Race Course May 14.
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Ride On Curlin jogs at Churchill Downs April 27.
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Farm owners Joe and Helen Barbazon May 31 announced the addition of multiple graded stakes-placed Ride On Curlin to the roster at Pleasant Acres Stallions in Morriston, Fla., for the 2017 breeding season.
Ken and Sarah Ramsey's International Star got back to his winning ways Jan. 16 at the racetrack where he seemingly can't lose -- Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
Eagle, a 3-year-old Candy Ride colt, seems to have hit his stride after earning his first stakes victory in the Tenacious Stakes Dec. 19 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
Daniel Dougherty's classic-placed Ride On Curlin returns to the races Nov. 26 in search of his first stakes win in the $60,000 Thanksgiving Handicap at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
A 19-1 shot gave 7-5 favorite Protonico what-for in the $400,000 Alysheba Stakes (gr. II) on the Longines Kentucky Oaks (gr. I) undercard, but the 4-year-old Giant's Causeway runner surged back May 1 to win.
Lane's End Racing and Dell Ridge Farm's Honor Code will make his long-awaited Churchill Downs debut in the 12th running of the $400,000 Alysheba (Stakes (gr. II) on the May 1 Longines Kentucky Oaks (gr. I) undercard.
Two-time grade II winner Tapiture, who closed out last season with a runner-up finish to Goldencents in the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile (gr. I), is scheduled to make his 4-year-old season debut March 14, in the Razorback H.
Runner-up in the Essex Handicap Feb. 14, Ride On Curlin will point toward the $250,000 Razorback Handicap (gr. III) in one month, trainer Billy Gowan said the morning after the son of Curlin made his return to stakes action.
Returning to Oaklawn Park where he secured his first career stakes win, Golden Lad held off last year's Preakness Stakes (gr. I) runner-up Ride On Curlin to post a 1 3/4-length victory in the $100,000 Essex Stakes.
Ride On Curlin, under regular exercise rider Bryan Beccia, worked an easy half mile in :49 3/5 after the break the morning of Feb. 11 in preparation for the $100,000 Essex Handicap to be run Feb. 14 at Oaklawn Park.
Fair Grounds, Gulfstream Park, Santa Anita, Delta Downs, Oaklawn, Turfway Park and More. View Slideshow
Daniel Dougherty's Ride On Curlin returned to the races in winning fashion Jan. 15, taking a six-furlong allowance optional claimer at Oaklawn Park by a head in his season debut.
Trainer Billy Gowan had several options for the 4-year-old debut of Ride On Curlin, but he decided to take what he believes is the path of least resistance: a second-level allowance Jan. 15 in the ninth race at Oaklawn.
Relive Tonalist's victory in the 2014 Belmont Stakes. See where your favorite horse was at seven points of the race with our interactive slideshow. view slideshow
Preakness Stakes (gr. I) runner-up Ride On Curlin, who failed to finish in the June 7 Belmont Stakes (gr. I), will be getting a break after competing in all three jewels of the Triple Crown.
Claire Novak updates us on how the horses returned from the Belmont Stakes and their future plans. Tonalist and Commissioner may point towards the Travers and Breeders' Cup is still in sight for California Chrome. watch video
View the dramatic images during the unfolding of the 2014 Belmont Stakes. view slideshow
Join the ranks of those who have tracked the shooting star journey of California Chrome. You don't have to like him. You can even pick against. But what would you do if this time, the hype turned out to be real?
Images from the weeks leading up to the Belmont Stakes. View Slideshow
G. Watts Humphrey Jr., who bred Ride On Curlin with his late mother, is the breeder of 1985 Belmont Stakes (gr. I) winner Creme Fraiche. A win in the June 7 Belmont could provide him with a classic double.
Everything seemed to sparkle and shine Friday morning. read blog
"Most likely (California Chrome) will be in front of us early on," said Rajiv Maragh, rider of Wicked Strong. "...We'll have to go by in the stretch. I've had a couple of dreams the last few nights that I pass him.
Ride On Curlin will be making his 12th career start in the Belmont Stakes (gr. I) as owner Dan Dougherty enjoys the journey with his $25,000 yearling purchase who has already banked more than $700,000 and continues to thrive.
Claire Novak and special guest Peter Rotondo handicap the Belmont Stakes. Peter has had success at picking winners in the Belmont and shares stories while providing insight on this year's running. Watch Video
Meet the Belmont Stakes Contenders. Use this quick and informative guide for a look at the field for the June 7 Belmont Stakes (gr. I). It is compiled in post position order by Ron Mitchell, with analysis by Evan Hammonds.
California Chrome schooled at the starting gate for the second and final time June 5 at Belmont Park as his date with destiny in the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes (gr. I) draws closer.
Claire Novak and special guest Peter Rotondo handicap the Belmont Stakes. Peter has had success at picking winners in the Belmont and shares stories while providing insight on how those wins will influence his bets on Saturday. Download Brisnet Past Performances for the Belmont Stakes.
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the 146th running of the Belmont Stakes (gr. I). read blog
Dual classic winner California Chrome drew post position 2 and was installed the 3-5 morning-line favorite for his attempt at the coveted Triple Crown when he faces 10 other 3-year-olds in the June 7 Belmont Stakes (gr. I).
Assistant trainer Alan Sherman addresses the media June 5 at Belmont Park. watch video
Lenny, Steve, and special guest Steve Byk discuss Los Alamitos, the Belmont Stakes Day Card, react to the draw, and give their picks. Plus, an interview with Martin Panza, NYRA Senior Vice President of Racing Operations. Watch Video
Steve Haskin looks at how the Belmont Stakes might develop, and shares photos from Tuesday and Wednesday. read blog
Triple Crown hopeful California Chrome was out for some exercise on Belmont Park's main track the morning of June 2, jogging once clockwise around the oval under regular exercise rider Willie Delgado.
If the first two mornings at Belmont Park are any indication, we should see a top-class field of horses in Saturday's Belmont Stakes who are all looking great and working sensationally. read blog
Watch footage of Ride On Curlin breezing at Belmont Park June 1. watch video
Ride On Curlin breezes towards the Belmont Stakes June 1, 2014.
Claire Novak updates us on the status and works of several horses from this morning. Watch work footage from Ride On Curlin, Commanding Curve, Wicked Strong, Commissioner, Matterhorn, Palace Malice, and Princess of Sylmar. watch video
Claire Novak updates us on the status and works of several horses from this morning. Watch work footage from Ride On Curlin, Commanding Curve, Wicked Strong, Commissioner, Matterhorn, Palace Malice, and Princess of Sylmar.
Daniel Dougherty's Ride On Curlin, runner-up to California Chrome in the Preakness Stakes (gr. I), stretched his legs June 1 with a seven-furlong breeze under exercise rider Bryan Beccia at Belmont Park.
Claire Novak updates the news for Saturday, including works for California Chrome, Social Inclusion, and Tonalist. Also, what's on tap for tomorrow. Watch Video
Represented in 2012 by graduate I'll Have Another, winner of the Kentucky Derby and Preakness, the Florida-based operation now has another graduate heading for the Belmont Stakes with Ride On Curlin.
Belmont Stakes contender Ride On Curlin gets a bath on Friday, May 30, 2014. Watch Video
Belmont Stakes contender Ride On Curlin gets a bath on Friday, May 30, 2014.
California Chrome isn't likely to run a clunker in the Belmont Stakes, but the distance could be a key factor, say rival trainers Billy Gowan and Dallas Stewart.
As Triple Crown contender California Chrome went about his daily routine May 24 in preparation for the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes (gr. I), a sizable field was shaping up to challenge the colt in the 1 1/2-mile race.
Many of the leading contenders in this year's Test of the Champion have pedigrees that are so contradictory, it is difficult to say with any conviction who can and cannot get the distance. read blog
Derby and Preakness winner who will attempt to become racing's 12th Triple Crown winner June 7 in the Belmont Stakes (gr. I) at Belmont Park arrived at the Elmont, N.Y. track May 20.
California Chrome, who will try to become the 12th Triple Crown winner in the Belmont Stakes (gr. I) on June 7, walked the shedrow May 19 in the Preakness stakes barn first with Alan Sherman and then with Raul Rodriguez.
Relive California Chrome's victory in the 2014 Preakness Stakes. See where your favorite horse was at six points of the race with our interactive slideshow. view slideshow
Relive California Chrome's victory in the 2014 Preakness Stakes. See where your favorite horse was at six points of the race with our interactive slideshow.
| Trainer | William G. Gowan |
|---|---|
| Jockey | James Graham |
| Owner | Daniel J. Dougherty |
| Breeder | G. Watts Humphrey Jr. & Louise Ireland Humphrey Revocable Trust - 2008 |
| Ride On Curlin View Five-Cross Pedigree | Curlin | Smart Strike |
| Sherriff's Deputy | ||
| Magical Ride | Storm Cat | |
| Victory Ride |
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEESEP2012 Hip 3033 |
Yearling | Daniel Dougherty | Lane's End, agent | $25,000 |
| Tepin |
| Beholder |
| Nyquist |
| Songbird |
| Arrogate |
| Exaggerator |
| Steip Amach (IRE) |
| Dacita (CHI) |
| Rainha Da Bateria |
| Frosted |
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