Judy Hicks had almost reached her breaking point not long ago. When she and her husband, R.W., purchased Brookstown Farm near Versailles, Ky., in 1983, they knew the business of breeding Thoroughbreds could be richly rewarding. They also realized it would very likely be fraught with setbacks.
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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Stories: Rewarding Journey for Friend of Dubai
Kimberly Quinn rode with Jennifer Blades at Willowbrooke Farm. Kimberly was in search of her next horse when Friend of Dubai joined the CANTER Michigan herd at the farm. Friend of Dubai, a 2016 dark bay Thoroughbred gelding, had raced 21 times and earned $30,523 over his three-year career. Friend of Dubai had only two under-saddle rides off the track, so when Kimberly inquired about him Jennifer said that she was "uncertain about his potential.”
Robin Goodfellow’s racing tips: Best bets for Monday, September 30
Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Monday's meetings at Wolverhampton, Hamilton and Windsor.
Auguste Rodin will retire after the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe after being given a surprise place in Europe’s greatest Flat race
Auguste Rodin has been given the surprise option of running in the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe as Aidan O'Brien covers all bases ahead of Europe's greatest Flat race.
