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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.

Spa Selections 2026: Saratoga Picks July 25

CT: At a Premium looks strong in Bishop Memorial

CNL: Barbadian Runner guns for Yorktown

Off to the Races Radio lineup for July 25

PODCAST: On the backstretch with a jockey agent

Delaware Park picks and analysis: July 24, 2026

Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Turning babies into runners

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

CT: At a Premium looks strong.

Off to the Races Radio lineup.

PODCAST: On the backstretch with a.

DEL: “Sharp” Irish Maxima too much.

Bill Reightler “an ambassador for Maryland.

PODCAST: Building from the bottom up.