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Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Doug McCoy / 7 years
10
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 / 10 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 / 11 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.

DEL: Lynn Ashby duo takes aim at Dover

DEL: Intriguing group to contest Blue Hen

Delaware Park: Latest jockey and trainer stats

Lizzie Merryman zooms to a big week

Charlene’s Dream living up to her name

Mid-Atlantic three stars: August 11, 2025

Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Turning babies into runners

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

DEL: Lynn Ashby duo takes aim.

DEL: Intriguing group to contest Blue.

Delaware Park: Latest jockey and trainer.

Lizzie Merryman zooms to a big.

Charlene’s Dream living up to her.

Mid-Atlantic three stars: August 11, 2025