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July wagering handle down slightly
US wagering handle was down slighlty in July versus the prior year, continuing a steady downward trend.

“Next part of life is waiting,” jock Tyler Conner retires
Saying that the “next part of life is waiting,” veteran jockey Tyler Conner announced his retirement days after a scary spill at Colonial Downs.

For trainer Kenny Black, a life on the racetrack
Once the leading rider at Delaware Park, Kenny Black has returned decades later — now as a trainer with a small operation.

Colonial Downs: Latest jockey and trainer stats
Which Colonial Downs jockeys and trainers are having a good meet? Who’s doing better than you’d think? Or heating up now? Answers within.

James River Horse Foundation shows “Spirit of Virginia”
Gov. Glenn Youngkin last week gave the James River Horse Foundation, which connects inmates with OTTBs, a Spirit of Virginia Award.

VIDEO: Charles Town weekend highlights
In today’s video, highlights from the weekend’s racing at Charles Town, including upsets, win streaks, and more.

Mid-Atlantic three stars: August 4, 2025
Your five-minute read to catch up on all the Mid-Atlantic racing action you may have missed over the weekend…

Spa Selections 2025: Saratoga Picks August 3
Picks and analysis for today’s key races from Saratoga.

Midlantic-breds in Saratoga Stakes August 3
We keep up with all of the Midlantic-bred runners competing in Saratoga stakes in 2024.

Jockey Jaime Rodriguez goes 5-for-5 at Delaware
Jockey Jaime Rodriguez dominated today at Delaware Park, winning with all five of his mounts to extend his lead in the rider standings.