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“Finding your horse” key to Pimlico stakes wins
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King Leatherbury, Xtra Heat named to Hall of Fame
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Bodhisattva posts Federico Tesio triumph
Bodhisattva controlled today's Federico Tesio Stakes from the early going and posted a clear win. Could the Preakness be next?-
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Galiana cruises to Primonetta victory
Galiana rallied to post a solid score in today's six-furlong Primonetta Stakes at Pimlico.-
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Talk Show Man punches likely Dixie ticket with Clark score
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