While the Triple Crown races consume most of the oxygen surrounding 3-year-old racehorses every spring, the Peter Pan Stakes nestled between the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve and the Preakness Stakes also warrants mention as an important stakes race in the division.
Category: Horse Racing News
Hall of Fame Trainer Pletcher’s Kentucky Derby Streak Ends, But Older Horses Shine
For 21 years, trainer Todd Pletcher helped build television ratings for the Kentucky Derby by bringing dozens of top contenders to the opening leg of the Triple Crown. In last week’s 151st edition of the run for the roses, Pletcher once again helped the ratings, though in a completely different and far less significant role. This time, he wasn’t a participant.
Robin Goodfellow’s racing tips: Best bets for Thursday, May 8
Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Thursday's meetings at Chester, Brighton, Chelmsford City, Huntingdon, and Stratford.
Kieran Shoemark gets the boot as No 1 jockey to John and Thady Gosden after disappointing Field of Gold defeat
DOMINIC KING: John Gosden has insisted the stable will now use the 'best available' for races in the future, raising the potential of Dettori being called upon for mounts at Royal Ascot in June.
