A new phase in the Road to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve begins Saturday as the top prize for winning a prep race jumps to 20 qualifying points. In the Lecomte Stakes at Fair Grounds, the top five finishers in the Grade 3 stakes will receive 20-10-6-4-2 points in descending order.
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Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage Jan. 15-18
The horse racing spotlight shines on New Orleans this upcoming weekend, as Fair Grounds hosts a stakes-rich card Saturday, Jan. 17, anchored by the Lecomte Stakes.
Golden chance for Harry Cobden as he follows in footsteps of AP McCoy and signs for racing’s most powerful owner
Harry Cobden has been given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity after being chosen by JP McManus to become his retained rider.
Race Caller Trevor Denman to Receive Eclipse Award for Career Excellence
Lexington, Ky. (Jan. 12, 2026) ─ The National Thoroughbred Racing Association, Daily Racing Form, and the National Turf Writers and Broadcasters have announced that legendary race caller Trevor Denman will be honored with the Special Eclipse Award for Career Excellence. The dominant voice of Southern California racing for more than 30 years, Denman will be celebrated at the 55th annual Resolute Racing Eclipse Awards at the Breakers Palm Beach in Florida on Jan. 22.
