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Independence Hall to cut back to one-turn races

Press Release / 6 years
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Recently a troubled fifth in the G1 Florida Derby, the Maryland-based Independence Hall will cut back to one-turn races, his connections said.

Maryland-bred Torch of Truth set for bigger task

Frank Vespe / 6 years

5 min read

Torch of Truth won a race at Laurel Park Friday, but it’s his other job – as Derby hopeful Independence Hall’s workmate – that’s more important.

Trombetta barn hoping Independence Hall hops Derby trail

Press Release / 6 years

5 min read

Independence Hall dazzled in winning the Nashua, and trainer Mike Trombetta hopes he’ll stamp himself a Derby contender in Wednesday’s Jerome at Aqueduct.

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: April 26, 2026

CT: Competitive group set for It’s Binn Too Long

Favored Renegade draws rail in Kentucky Derby

Chip Honcho will skip Derby, await Preakness

REPLAY: Saturday’s Off to the Races Radio

Charles Town picks and analysis: April 25, 2026

Independence Hall to cut back to one-turn races

Maryland-bred Torch of Truth set for bigger task

Trombetta barn hoping Independence Hall hops Derby trail

Off to the Races Radio lineup.

What’s the Preakness IP deal mean.

Jockey Julian Pimentel set to return.

PODCAST: Charles Town Races Today, April.

PODCAST: Charles Town Races Today, April.

Taj Mahal to be pointed to.