Churchill Downs issues safety statement
May 3, 2023
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In the wake of four fatalities in the early days of the Churchill Downs meet, the track today issued a statement as to what’s going on.
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Amy Moore and the lifeboats that led to Forte
May 3, 2023
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Virginia races contested in Maryland played a significant role in the career of Va-bred Queen Caroline, who became the dam of Kentucky Derby favorite Forte.
Jevian Toledo named Guild’s Jockey of the Week
May 3, 2023
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Jockey Jevian Toledo, who posted three stakes wins on a four-win Saturday at Laurel Park, is the Jockeys’ Guild’s Jockey of the Week.
What’s being done to Laurel Park track: “A good cushion serves one purpose”
May 2, 2023
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To hear horsemen tell it, track man John Passero has worked wonders in a short time at Laurel Park. What’s he doing that’s made such a difference?
The Racing Biz, Baltimore Banner announce Preakness partnership
May 2, 2023
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The Racing Biz and The Baltimore Banner today announced an editorial partnership focused on this year’s Preakness coverage.
Forte favored in 149th Kentucky Derby
May 1, 2023
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Two-year-old champion Forte, who has continued to impress as a sophomore, is the 3-1 morning line favorite for Saturday’s 149th Kentucky Derby.
Mid-Atlantic Three Stars: May 1
May 1, 2023
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Your five-minute read to catch up on all the Mid-Atlantic racing action you may have missed over the weekend…
Goodgirl Badhabits opens eyes with flashy wins
April 30, 2023
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The Brittany Russell barn continued to roll out promising performers Saturday as Goodgirl Badhabits won an allowance by over 10 lengths.
Lightnin Runner strikes in Its Binn Too Long
April 30, 2023
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A “demonic speed duel” meant hell to pay for the front runners, and Lightnin Runner struck to win Saturday’s Its Binn Too Long Stakes at Charles Town.
Smooth track, smooth return to racing at Laurel Park
April 29, 2023
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There were sighs of relief as Laurel Park resumed racing and horsemen praised what they say is an improving dirt racing strip.
Nimitz Class cruises to fourth straight in Native Dancer
April 29, 2023
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Nimitz Class dominated the Native Dancer Stakes Saturday at Laurel Park and may run in the G3 Pimlico Special next. Plus other stakes recaps…
Great Spirit seeking first stakes win in Its Binn Too Long
April 28, 2023
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Great Spirit, the undefeated half-sister to crack Charles Town sprinter Dr. Feelgood, seeks her first-ever stakes win in Saturday’s Its Binn Too Long.
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