His name is familiar because of his connection to a beloved Thoroughbred, but the story of Red Pollard goes beyond his time with Seabiscuit. He endured a life filled with ups and downs, but his love of the horse kept him going even in the darkest of times. Pollard’s perseverance and his special connection with “the Biscuit” made him an important part of the team behind the superstar.
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Heavily Favored Filly Luster Dominates King’s Plate to Win First Leg of Canadian Triple Crown
Last year, Canadian Hall of Famer trainer Josie Carroll told co-owner Andrew Rosen she believed their promising 2-year-old filly Luster would take the connections into the winner's circle in 2026 with a victory in the 167th King's Plate Stakes, the historic first leg of the Canadian Triple Crown.
Juddmonte International clash can give beleaguered sport a timely boost as York’s Ebor Festival is one to truly relish
In a week of high-profile retirements such as Bow Echo and Trawlerman intertwined with nervous glances over at the gambling industry given a fresh whack by the Labour Government,
ABR Sunday Selections: Full-Card Picks for August 16 at Saratoga
Every Sunday Noel Michaels will provide free full-card picks for a one racecard in North America. A veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer, Michaels also writes a weekly “Weekend Winners” blog for America’s Best Racing with a focus on key stakes races at marquee tracks. This feature will be straight-forward: full-card picks for one Sunday slate of races of his choosing.
