Our Ghosts of Racetracks Past series continues with the story of the Shenandoah Downs, the track that was right around the corner from its main rival, Charles Town Races.
A mid-winter snow storm forced the cancellation of one entire Midlantic racing card and most of another.
In our Claimbox report: 2018 claiming activity rose versus the prior year, topping $25 million for the year.
Legalized in mid-year, sports betting was by the end of 2018 having significant impacts on the gambling landscape throughout the Mid-Atlantic.
Breeders’ Cup Filly and Mare Sprint winner Shamrock Rose zooms to the top of the latest Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred/The Racing Biz Top Midlantic-bred Poll.
Our Ghosts of Racetracks Past series continues with the story of the parrot that cursed, the riot that broke out, and the brief heyday of Liberty Bell Park.
A couple of “sales tales” from yesterday’s Fasig-Tipton Mixed Sale. One buyer, Konrad Wayson, spoke with us about the two hips he was taking home.
A couple of “sales tales” from yesterday’s Fasig-Tipton Mixed Sale. One seller, Rick Proctor, spoke with us about selling the best horse he’s ever owned.
The top line numbers for Tuesday’s Fasig-Tipton Mixed Sale lagged last year’s, but a new regional sire made a splash.
Picking apart the trends, here are three things to watch for in today’s Fasig-Tipton Midlantic Mixed Sale.