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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.

Delaware Park set for season kickoff May 13

Preakness Stakes 2026: Horse by horse analysis

Yo Daddy looks to make the grade in Pimlico Special

Iron Honor gets nod as Preakness favorite

Lingering foot bruise knocks Silent Tactic out of Preakness

Braken Poppa gets class test in Black-Eyed Susan

Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Turning babies into runners

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

Delaware Park set for season kickoff.

Preakness Stakes 2026: Horse by horse.

Yo Daddy looks to make the.

Iron Honor gets nod as Preakness.

For Foster, Planet Clare a win.

Napoleon Solo is third Preakness horse.