Just about the only thing Curlin did not do in his fabulous career was end “The Curse of Apollo.” A horse who did not race at 2 had not won the Kentucky Derby since the aforementioned Apollo all the way back in 1882, and Curlin gave it the old college try to end the jinx that Triple Crown winner Justify eventually halted in 2018. Curlin made his debut on Feb. 3, 2003 and then ran third three months later in the Kentucky Derby.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage June 13-16
An exciting 2024 Triple Crown season is in the books having generated robust betting handle and TV viewing numbers, and now horse racing turns to its early summer season highlighted by the start of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series as well as more stakes races for 3-year-olds as they continue to develop and prepare to take on their elders later this year.
Robin Goodfellow’s racing tips: Best bets for Wednesday, June 12
Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Wednesday's meetings at Fontwell, Yarmouth, Kempton and Hamilton.
Thorpedo Anna Rockets to Top of Final NTRA 3-Year-Old Poll
Each week, members of the national media vote on the nation's top contenders on the Triple Crown trail in the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) Top Thoroughbred Poll.
