Kentucky Derby News

March 4, 2018

Promises Fulfilled upsets Good Magic in Fountain of Youth

Another Kentucky Derby (G1) prep, another upset on Saturday as champion juvenile and odds-on favorite Good Magic went down to defeat in the $400,000 Fountain of Youth (G2) at Gulfstream Park to Promises Fulfilled, who came out running from post 10 and...

Derby News March 4, 2018

Midnight Bisou tops the Kentucky Oaks Leaderboard with Santa Ysabel win

Bloom Racing Stable LLC and Allen Racing LLC’s Midnight Bisou took full advantage of Dream Tree’s absence in Saturday’s $100,000 Santa Ysabel Stakes (G3) at Santa Anita Park to record a 2 1/4-length win under jockey Mike Smith.
The Bill...

Features March 4, 2018

Tales from the Crib: Bolt d'Oro

His name an allusion to legendary Olympic champion and multiple world record-setter Usain Bolt, Bolt d’Oro has clearly sparked high hopes – even before speeding onto the Kentucky Derby (G1) trail for owner/trainer Mick Ruis.
Bred in Kentucky...

March 4, 2018

Promises Fulfilled upsets Good Magic in Fountain of Youth

Another Kentucky Derby (G1) prep, another upset on Saturday as champion juvenile and odds-on favorite Good Magic went down to defeat in the $400,000 Fountain of Youth (G2) at Gulfstream Park to Promises Fulfilled, who came out running from post 10 and...

March 3, 2018

Fly So High soars to Davona Dale victory

Phipps Stable’s Fly So High made an impressive debut on the Kentucky Oaks Leaderboard Saturday, taking her stakes bow in the $200,000 Davona Dale Stakes (G2) by three lengths under regular rider Jose Ortiz.
The Malibu Moon filly earned 50 points...

March 3, 2018

Midnight Disguise powers to Busher score

Dr. William B. Taylor and Dr. Joan M. Taylor’s homebred Midnight Disguise towered over her rivals in Saturday’s $200,000 Busher Stakes at Aqueduct, not only in talent but in size as well.
The massive three-year-old filly bided her time in...

March 2, 2018

Equipment plays a crucial role in a race horse’s performance

A plethora of equipment is needed in horse racing, and not just the basics of saddles and bridles.
Items like blinkers, shadow rolls and tongue ties are all vital components in preparing, and racing, a Thoroughbred.
But what are these items for? Why do...

March 1, 2018

Rayya romps in UAE Oaks, could be Kentucky-bound after UAE Derby

With Kentucky Oaks (G1) nominee Rayya dominating Thursday’s $250,000 UAE Oaks (G3) in front-running fashion, the Meydan feature may have more of a bearing on the first Friday in May at Churchill Downs this year.
Plans for the Kentucky-bred daughter...

Horse Profile March 1, 2018

Kentucky Derby Horse Profile: My Boy Jack

/nMy Boy Jack wins the Southwest Stakes (Coady Photo/Oaklawn Park)
Road to the Kentucky Derby Horse Profile: My Boy Jack
The Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf isn’t usually regarded as a guide to the Kentucky Derby, but at least six of the runners...

March 1, 2018

Kentucky Derby Update: The Derby Dispatch for Thursday, March 1, 2018

Following a week of minimal action on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, the Championship Series returns Saturday with all eyes focused on champion Good Magic’s 3-year-old debut in the $400,000 Fountain of Youth (Grade II) at Gulfstream Park.
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