Fans at Churchill Downs on Black Friday, Nov. 29, will have the opportunity to honor one of the brightest stars in horse racing, Thorpedo Anna, the 2024 Longines Kentucky Oaks winner and one of the favorites to win 2024 Horse of the Year honors.
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Trainer Ken McPeek Wins Big Sport of Turfdom Award
The Turf Publicists of America announced Nov. 25 that the 2024 Big Sport of Turfdom award will be presented to trainer Ken McPeek. The annual award recognizes a person or group of people who enhances coverage of Thoroughbred racing through cooperation with media and racing publicists.
Betting a ‘Filly for the Course’ in 2024 Falls City Stakes
Thanksgiving Thursday kicks off what’s traditionally a great four days of horse racing for fans and gamblers under the Twin Spires at Churchill Downs, as the historic Louisville track wraps up its fall meet and then takes a five-month break before re-opening for its spring meet and ramping up excitement for the 151st Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Story: ‘Heart Horse’ Lamartine Thrives After Rehab
Heather Rowan had always dreamed of owning a horse, and for her adoption was the only option. “I knew how special Thoroughbreds were, and I was thrilled at the chance to give one of these magnificent horses a loving home for the next chapter of their life,” Heather shared. Knowing that CANTER Michigan consistently offers exceptional horses, she decided to submit an adoption application.
