Belmont analysis and observations
A grab bag of Belmont thoughts: why Tacitus won’t win, how much Chad will we see, which Midlantic-breds are in action, and more.
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Category: Opinion
One strange Preakness season kicks off… strangely
Derby winner Country House won’t contest the Preakness – first time in 23 years that’s happened – and that’s only one part of the strangeness.
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Some thoughts on the Kentucky Derby DQ
The first-ever Kentucky Derby disqualification for an in-race infraction has generated plenty of controversy. Our thoughts…
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Santa Anita situation underlines need for crisis response protocols
The Santa Anita Park situation needs to be a lesson to the Thoroughbred industry: define a crisis response protocol now, and not after an issue becomes a disaster.
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An apology
We went silent for a week — quite by accident — and we owe our readers an apology, and a promise.
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Opinion: On Pimlico, three core principles
With the release of the second phase of the Maryland Stadium Authority study on Pimlico, momentum is building towards a resolution of one kind or another. We believe three principles must guide those decisions.
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Breeders’ Cup: Ladies weekend as fillies steal the show
During the just-completed Breeders’ Cup, the boys were fine – but it was clearly the fillies’ turn to shine.
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On Pennsylvania Derby day, mystery, misplaced chomps, and megastars
Our correspondent enjoyed Pennsylvania Derby day – but can’t help thinking that Parx and the state are their own worst enemies in the long run… Plus a photo gallery of the day.
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Timonium: Racing Brigadoon set for final weekend
Timonium — racing’s once-a-year Brigadoon — is a place where picking winners is simply a matter of knowing which horses won’t be freaked out by the Ferris wheel.
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Fred Tallarico, last of Maryland racing ushers, passes
An usher at Maryland racetracks for decades, Fred Tallarico passed away yesterday at 94 — closing the era of regular racetrack ushers in Maryland.
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News & Views: Laurel Park’s Breeders’ Cup bid
Laurel Park has submitted a formal bid to host the Breeders’ Cup in the next few years. Can it succeed? We believe that it can.
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Opinion: Approve the Charles Town stakes schedule
The WV Racing Commission rejected the Charles Town stakes schedule, endangering the CT Classic. The Commission should reverse course and save the Classic.
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