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Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Doug McCoy / 8 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 / 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.

PODCAST: On the Thoroughbred aftercare beat

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, July 31, 2026

Magic Weisner, 2002 Preakness runner-up, dies

Delaware Park picks and analysis: July 31, 2026

Spa Selections 2026: Saratoga Picks July 31

PODCAST: Balancing trainer life and mom life

Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Turning babies into runners

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

PODCAST: On the Thoroughbred aftercare beat

Magic Weisner, 2002 Preakness runner-up, dies

PODCAST: Balancing trainer life and mom.

Arlington Million day a Colonial Downs.

Test Score could give Motion first.

McGaughey has Arlington Million two-for-one