Virginia
Marsha Hudgins embracing unexpected VRC role
Marsha Hudgins didn’t think she was qualified to join the Virginia Racing Commission. But now that she’s on it, she’s diving in and embracing it.
Colonial Downs to have limited attendance
Colonial Downs will allow up to 1,000 fans in its grandstand and outdoor areas and will take other safety precautions in light of the coronavirus.
Virginia Commission: Horses up, purses down at Colonial
The Virginia Racing Commission heard Thursday that Colonial Downs purses would be lower than in 2019 but that the horse population will be up.
Pleasant Colony: Dozing to greatness
Nearly 40 years ago, the unheralded Virginia-bred Pleasant Colony burst on the Triple Crown scene with late-running wins in the Derby and Preakness.
Colonial Downs considering revised schedule
With the racing world in flux, Colonial Downs and Virginia horsemen are considering a schedule shift to grab the evening market.
Colonial Downs announces stakes sked
The 18-day 2020 Colonial Downs racing schedule will include an expanded array of stakes, including the addition this year of MATCH Series races.
Colonial Downs touts projected economic impact
The new Colonial Downs Group touted 2020 economic impact on Virginia that it projects will include thousands of jobs.
Virginia Equine Alliance renews point-to-point bonus
The Virginia Equine Alliance will this year bring back its popular starter reward program for horses participating in point-to-point races.
Colonial Downs to race 18 days in 2020
Fresh off its first season in six years, Colonial Downs will race 18 days – up from 15 – in 2020 and include MATCH Series races for the first time.
Renaissance in racing: VRC lauds Colonial Downs season
The Va. Racing Commission Wednesday approved a fourth “Rosie’s Gaming Emporium” while lauding the rebirth of Colonial Downs.
At Colonial, horsemen relish “putting on a show”
On closing night at Colonial Downs, horsemen came from far and wide to take advantage of one last chance to put on a show.
Colonial Downs enjoys upbeat first meet back
Colonial Downs on Saturday concluded an upbeat return to the racing landscape with, ending a meet with huge purses, good field size, and no fatalities.
Va-bred stakes highlight closing night at Colonial Downs
The Colonial Downs meet closed Saturday with five Virginia-bred races, including a rare visit by Kent Desormeaux to New Kent to win the Camptown.
Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, Sept. 7
The original and best Colonial Downs tip sheet returns: Nick’s Picks is back, along with picks from the legendary Derby Bill Watson.
Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, Sept. 6
The original and best Colonial Downs tip sheet returns: Nick’s Picks is back, along with picks from the legendary Derby Bill Watson.
Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, Sept. 5
The original and best Colonial Downs tip sheet returns: Nick’s Picks is back, along with picks from the legendary Derby Bill Watson.
Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, Sept. 4
The original and best Colonial Downs tip sheet returns: Nick’s Picks is back, along with picks from the legendary Derby Bill Watson.
On Virginia Derby night, a trainer battle and a stunning debut
The powerful barns of Graham Motion and Michael Stidham squared off on Virginia Derby night, winning three each, while firster Four Wheel Drive dazzled.
English Bee buzzes to narrow Virginia Derby score
On Colonial’s big night, English Bee was a narrow winner of the Grade 3 Virginia Derby, while Carnival Colors took the Virginia Oaks.
Virginia Derby by the numbers
We break down today’s Virginia Derby by the numbers, from 0.60 all the way up to 104. What do they mean? Read on…
