The $1 million King’s Plate Stakes at Woodbine typically draws a large field. The historic race for 3-year-old Thoroughbreds born in Canada is that country’s equivalent to the Kentucky Derby and is even held over the same 1 ¼-mile distance, albeit on an all-weather Tapeta Footings surface rather than dirt.
Month: August 2024
Robin Goodfellow’s racing tips: Best bets for Thursday, August 15
Amplify Horse Racing Launches Impact Campaign to Engage Youth With Horse Racing
Amplify Horse Racing has announced the launch of the Amplify Impact Campaign, a transformative initiative aimed at raising $1 million to engage youth across the nation with horse racing. As a pioneering force in promoting youth involvement through education, mentorship, and career pathways, the campaign will significantly extend Amplify’s reach and impact as the national youth arm of the Thoroughbred industry.
Dual Breeders’ Cup Distaff Winner Monomoy Girl: Fighter, Competitor, Champion
https://www.americasbestracing.net/horses/wonder-gadotKnown for her consistency, grit, and unmatched will to win, Monomoy Girl captured the hearts of racing fans around the world. Her 10 graded stakes wins, including seven Grade 1s, not only solidified her status as one of the greatest female racehorses of her generation but also added a crowning achievement to an already illustrious career.