Dorothy Worton Archives • The Racing Biz

Koko Star, HISA, and the claim that wasn’t

Frank Vespe / 4 years

9 min read

When Scott Haney and Dorothy Worton claimed Koko Star August 1, they were excited. Then it all went sideways, leaving them frustrated, and horseless.

Pimlico trainers pondering a future elsewhere

Frank Vespe / 8 years

8 min read

Trainers based at Pimlico hope it won’t come to it, but they’ve already begun figuring out a future when they can’t stable at Old Hilltop.

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Maryland horse racing
Maryland Racing Commission

Md. Commission chair Bruce Quade to step down

Frank Vespe / 11 years
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4 min read

Bruce Quade, chairman of the Maryland Racing Commission the last three years, will step down from that post while remaining a member of the Commission.

Timonium picks and ponderings: August 30, 2026

Spa Selections 2026: Saratoga Picks August 30

For the Ladies scores Shine Again shocker

REPLAY: Saturday’s Off to the Races Radio

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, August 29, 2026

Willy D’s turns tables to win G2 Charles Town Classic

Koko Star, HISA, and the claim that wasn’t

Pimlico trainers pondering a future elsewhere

Md. Commission chair Bruce Quade to step down

For the Ladies scores Shine Again.

Willy D’s turns tables to win.

Niche gamely upsets Charles Town Oaks

Charles Town Classic undercard stakes briefs

Analyzing Charles Town Classic night stakes

PODCAST: Father-son training duo dishes on.