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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 / 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.

Hazlewood and Russell romp to Laurel Park fall titles

Foxy Junior looks to add to stakes haul in Mrs. Claus

Maryland-based Balboa to run in Jerome

Mid-Atlantic three stars: December 29, 2025

Jockey Alberto Delgado retires after 43 years

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: December 28, 2025

Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Turning babies into runners

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

Hazlewood and Russell romp to Laurel.

Foxy Junior looks to add to.

Maryland-based Balboa to run in Jerome

Jockey Alberto Delgado retires after 43.

LRL: Hollywood Import, Peach Tie surprise.

LRL: Juvy stakes to bear Capuano.