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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 / 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.

Triple Crown Trail: Great White upsets Battaglia

Taj Mahal guts out Miracle Wood triumph

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: February 22, 2026

REPLAY: Saturday’s Off to the Races Radio

Charles Town picks and analysis: February 21, 2026

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: February 21, 2026

Ghosts of racetracks past: Bowie and its breed

Turning babies into runners

Veteran trainer Ron Alfano works to change with times

Taj Mahal guts out Miracle Wood.

Off to the Races Radio lineup.

CT: Maggie’s Girl tops allowance feature

LRL: Stakes contenders sport near-opposite resumes

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, Feb. 19

Is Maryland racing in “best place”.