A blast of cold that canceled Charles Town’s entire week of racing — and could go on longer — has horsemen making the best of things.
Pleasenthanku, a homebred for trainer Javier Contreras, has become a barn favorite for his personality — and his talent.
Four-year-old Dorado took a bit of time to come around, but with seven consecutive one-two finishes, it looks like he’s set to redeem his early promise.
Two-year-old Septarian has hit the ground running, winning first out at Charles Town and then doubling up with a win at Laurel for Javier Contreras.
In a roughly run renewal of the Confucius Say Stakes at Charles Town Races, 25-1 outsider Espresso led throughout to pull the big upset.
A flashy debut score for WV-bred Pork Chop Pete has trainer Javier Contreras and owners O’Sullivan Farms and Alex Kazdan on an upswing.
Late Night Pow Wow was the best horse Javier Contreras ever trained. He’s hoping her first foal, Late Nite Mistress, follows those footsteps.
The improving Jungle Beast dominated the West Virginia Futurity Saturday at Charles Town on a day when two-year-olds took center stage.
The combination of his sire Fiber Sonde and mares by Indian Charlie has been a major factor in John McKee’s recent success – and that looks to be continuing.
Two-year-old Like Segal impressed on debut at Charles Town, but owner-trainer Javier Contreras says he’s in no hurry – even if the horse is.
