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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.

Fasig-Tipton: 2yo sale off to strong start

Moore: Churchill’s “real vision” could help Preakness

Photo Gallery: Preakness weekend winners

Fasig-Tipton Midlantic 2yo sale: By the numbers

Mid-Atlantic three stars: May 18, 2026

The Queen, smitten

Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Turning babies into runners

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

Moore: Churchill’s “real vision” could help.

Napoleon Solo posts Preakness triumph

Fort Washington doubles up in G3.

My Miss Mo scores in Black-Eyed.

Pace makes graded race for Navajo.

Only one Preakness: Napoleon Solo takes.