Hansel S. Archives • The Racing Biz

Virginia-breds center stage for Colonial opener

Press Release / 6 years

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The Colonial Downs meet,wich kicks off July 27, will feature Virginia-bred and Virginia-sired runners for its opening dates.

Arnaud Delacour
Hansel S.
Maryland horse racing
Michael Matz
Queen Caroline
Special Envoy
William M. Backer Stakes

Special Envoy, Queen Caroline look to double up in Va-bred stakes

Press Release / 8 years
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6 min read

Special Envoy and Queen Caroline proved best in a pair of Virginia-bred stakes at Laurel Park in June and will try to reprise those efforts on Saturday.

Charles Town announces 2026 stakes slate

55th Eclipse Awards to be broadcast Jan. 22

Capuano barn nominates 3 to Withers

TMJC to host February hybrid handicapping contest

Mid-Atlantic three stars: January 19, 2026

Consistent Takethemoneyhoney, Passage East fire in Laurel races

Virginia-breds center stage for Colonial opener

Special Envoy, Queen Caroline look to double up in Va-bred stakes

Capuano barn nominates 3 to Withers

Quint’s Brew, Point Dume could meet.

LRL: First winner for jockey Pedro.

Maryland Racing Commission notes

CT: Emotions high for McKee after.

Two Maryland vets hit with HISA.