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Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Doug McCoy / 7 years
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13 min read

Our Ghosts of Racetracks Past series continues with the story of the Bowie, the Maryland track known for wicked winters — and the unusual devotion of its fans.

Turning babies into runners

Doug McCoy / 11 years

5 min read

Getting babies ready to run is something of a trainer sub-specialty. Good exercise riders and patience – plenty of patience – are critical.

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

Doug McCoy / 12 years

5 min read

Trainer Ron Alfano scaled racing’s heights, but then he nearly washed out of the game. Now his ability to adapt has allowed him to find a comfortable niche.

Haskell win gets Jorge Vargas Guild’s jock of the week

Delaware Park picks and analysis: July 22, 2026

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, July 22, 2026

DEL: Catching up with… Ted Maher

A few minutes with… Tana Aubrey

PODCAST: Midlantic Racing Today, July 21

Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Turning babies into runners

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

PODCAST: Midlantic Racing Today, July 21

Gofundme launched for injured Christian Maldonado

After audible, Irish Maxima looms in.

CT: Ryan’s Run dominates in Leavitt.

Baby Vino takes inside route to.

Book’em Danno scores on day to.