Category: Horse Racing News
Aidan O’Brien Chases Elusive Breeders’ Cup Classic With City of Troy
Since running his first horse in a Breeders’ Cup race in 1998, Aidan O’Brien has won 18 Breeders’ Cup races, second only to Hall of Famer D. Wayne Lukas’ 20 wins. His Breeders’ Cup horses have earned more than $33.8 million, trailing only the stable tally of Hall of Famer Bob Baffert, another 18-time winner with more than $40.3 million.
Key Trends to Know From the Last 25 Editions of the Breeders’ Cup Sprint
The Breeders’ Cup Sprint is as American as apple pie, hot-dog eating contests, and fireworks. Sprint races on a dirt main track make up the foundation of U.S. racing and this country excels in the discipline. It’s also usually a damn good race with 12 of the last 25 editions decided by less than a length.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Story: From the Racetrack to the Fox Hunt
Fox Hunting is a complex and demanding sport, requiring a horse with bravery and composure amid the excitement. When Michelle Stephen Seigel was searching for her next Fox Hunting prospect, Kiss Him Goodbye seemed like the perfect match. Aware that most off-track Thoroughbreds come with their own set of challenges, Michelle, as a therapist, was well-prepared and equipped with the tools to help him thrive in this new role.