Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith took a minute to remember his very first horse. He recounted his many adventures with a little black pony that his father bought him. The pony was named Stormy and taught him many lessons, as only an ornery Shetland could. Smith said, “Stormy had a ‘little man syndrome.’ I’d saddle him up and ride him after school or any chance I got. I’d learn how to post and how to stay on and not get bounced off.”
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Using History as a Guide to Betting the 2025 Breeders’ Cup Turf
Which of the many talented horses pre-entered in the 2025 Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf is the most likely to win? History can help us gauge the answer. Reviewing the decades-long history of the Breeders’ Cup Turf unveils several powerful trends bettors can use to rank the top contenders.
Ten Key Handicapping Questions That Must Be Answered for the 2025 Breeders’ Cup
Even the best horses competing in the Breeders’ Cup World Championships this coming Friday and Saturday at Del Mar have questions revolving around them. Here is a look at 10 questions handicappers must consider as part of their evaluation.
Jockey rushed to hospital with neck injury after serious motorbike crash
The 29-year-old has enjoyed a breakthrough season this year, but he was involved in a serious incident as he spent some time away from the sport.
