Penn National Plans to Race 200 Days in 2014
Penn National Race Course has released its 2014 stakes schedule and live racing calendar, following approval by the Pennsylvania State Horse Racing Commission at its Dec. 12 meeting.
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Rydilluc wins the 2013 Penn Mile.
Photo: Chad B. Harmon
Rydilluc wins the 2013 Penn Mile.
Photo: Chad B. Harmon
Rydilluc wins the 2013 Penn Mile.
Photo: Chad B. Harmon
Rydilluc wins the 2013 Penn Mile.
Photo: B & D Photography
Rydilluc wins the 2013 Penn Mile.
Photo: B & D Photography
Rydilluc - Keeneland Work, April 6, 2013.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Rydilluc - Keeneland Work, April 6, 2013.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Rydilluc - Keeneland Work, April 6, 2013.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Rydilluc - Keeneland Work, April 6, 2013.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Rydilluc - Keeneland Work, April 6, 2013.
Photo: Coady Photography
Rydilluc - Keeneland Work, April 6, 2013.
Photo: Coady Photography
Rydilluc - Keeneland Work, April 6, 2013.
Photo: Coady Photography
Rydilluc wins the Palm Beach Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Leslie Martin
Rydilluc wins the Palm Beach Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Kenny Martin
Rydilluc wins the Palm Beach Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Leslie Martin
Rydilluc wins the Palm Beach Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Kenny Martin
Rydilluc wins the Palm Beach Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Courtney HeeneyConnections
| Trainer | Gary C. Contessa |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Edgar S. Prado |
| Owner | Team Stallion Racing Stable, Shay, S., Green, L., Harold Lerner LLC et al. |
| Breeder | Hill 'n' Dale Equine Holdings, Inc. & Gaines-Gentry Thoroughbreds, LLC |
Pedigree
| Rydilluc View Five-Cross Pedigree | Medaglia d'Oro | El Prado (IRE) |
| Cappucino Bay | ||
| Swift and Classy | Clever Trick | |
| Sociable Duck |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEESEP2011 Hip 386 |
Yearling | Straightaway Farm | Hill 'n' Dale Sales Agency, agent | $55,000 |
| FTFFEB2012 Hip 110 |
Two-year-old | Secure Investments | ($90,000) | |
| FTMMAY2012 Hip 231 |
Two-year-old | Gary Contessa, agent | Secure Investments | $150,000 |
Prices in parentheses indicate a horse did not sell because it did not meet its reserve price.
Jack Milton Heads Secretariat Baker's Dozen
Ten domestic and three European-based 3-year-olds comprise a field of 13 for the $500,000 Secretariat Stakes (gr. IT) Aug. 17 on the turf course at Arlington Park, with Jack Milton established as the 3-1 favorite.
Rydilluc, Charming Kitten Rematch at Saratoga
Since March, 3-year-old turf standouts Rydilluc and Charming Kitten have been on parallel schedules, clashing four times. On Aug. 9 they will meet again in the Hall of Fame Stakes (gr. IIT) at Saratoga.
War Dancer Gets Bob in Virginia Derby Photo
War Dancer got the bob in a three-way photo finish July 13 at Colonial Downs, overpowering hard-running Charming Kitten and staving off the late-flying Jack Milton to get victory in the $500,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT).
Field of Ten Set for July 13 Virginia Derby
The 16th running of the $500,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT) July 13 at Colonial Downs brings together a varied field of competitors, and quite a few of them share the same bloodlines.
Rydilluc Shows Turf Prowess in Penn Mile
Rydilluc got back on the winning track with a strong victory in the inaugural $460,000 Penn Mile for 3-year-olds on the turf at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course June 1.
Noble Tune Leads Inaugural Penn Mile Lineup
Eight sophomore turf contenders entered the inaugural edition June 1 edition of the $500,000 Penn Mile Stakes at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course, including Noble Tune, Rydilluc, Jack Milton, and Charming Kitten.
After the Wire - Blue Grass Stakes
Evan Hammonds recaps the Blue Grass Stakes and Arkansas Derby from the weekend. Did you think Java's War proved himself as a Derby winner with his last to first finish? watch video
Java's War from Last to First in Blue Grass
Charles Fipke's homebred Java's War overcame a troubled start in the $750,000 Toyota Blue Grass Stakes April 13 at Keeneland, closing from last to first to earn his way into the field for the May 4 Kentucky Derby.
Handicapping the Blue Grass Stakes
- By Pete Denk
This is one of the most wide open editions of the race I've ever seen. So many directions to go. read blog
Contessa on Rydilluc: He's One Bad Hombre
"If horses could talk, what a job this would be," said one Gary Contessa, enjoying a bountiful breakfast at Keeneland. "I'd ask that sunofagun right now, 'Do you like that track as much as you like the grass?"
Blue Grass Stakes: Gary Contessa
Trainer Gary Contessa discusses Blue Grass Stakes contender Rydilluc. Watch Video
Uncaptured Favored in 14-Horse Blue Grass
It was a crowded scene at the April 10 post-position draw for the $750,000 Toyota Blue Grass Stakes (gr. I), as the connections crossed their fingers and hoped for good post positions.
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - 4/9/2013
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen is shuffled in a major way this week. There are new horses on it, and one is from 'left field'! read blog
Blue Grass Contenders Tune Up in Kentucky
Blue Grass Stakes (gr. I) contenders Rydilluc, Uncaptured, Undrafted, and Dewey Square all turned in pre-race works April 5 at Keeneland. Also working were Dynamic Sky at Churchill and Fear the Kitten at Trackside.
Steve Haskin's Derby Dozen - 4/2/2013
The Florida Derby and Louisiana Derby have led to big changes in Steve's Derby Dozen, plus Lines of Battle arrives! read blog
Keeneland Expects Full Gate for Blue Grass
When entries for the $750,000 Toyota Blue Grass Stakes (gr. I) for 3-year-olds are taken April 10, Keeneland officials are expecting a full field of 14.
Pedigree: Another Gold Medallion for Whiteley
by John P. Sparkman
Whiteley's arrangement with Richard and Audrey Haisfield's Stonewall Farm to support their young stallion Medaglia d'Oro resulted indirectly in the recent Palm Beach S. (gr. IIIT) winner Rydilluc.
Rydilluc Breezes Into Classic Contention
PORTER ON PEDIGREES, by Alan Porter
Although he was unplaced in his only dirt start, on the score of pedigree, one wouldn't have many concerns about Rydilluc handling synthetic or dirt surfaces.
Contessa Mulls Options After Rydilluc Cruises
Watching his Rydilluc dominate a group of 3-year-old turf runners in his stakes debut in the $150,000 Palm Beach (gr. IIIT) March 3 at Gulfstream Park, trainer Gary Contessa may have come to a conclusion.
Grassy Palm Beach Could Lead to Derby Trail
Though the race is on the grass, the $150,000 Palm Beach Stakes (gr. IIIT) for 3-year-olds at 1 1/8 miles March 3 at Gulfstream Park has the potential to serve as a springboard to the Triple Crown trail.
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