The Goodwood Stakes has long been a West Coast fall staple on the path to the Breeders’ Cup Classic, and while the race has been renamed several times over the years it has frequently served as a springboard to success at the World Championships. It’s currently a “Win and You’re In” qualifier for the Longines Classic set for Nov.
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Silver Charm: As Tenacious as They Come
There are a variety of reasons to explain why a long list of outstanding horses were thwarted in their bid to become the 12th Triple Crown champion. Some are predictable; others are surprising. Premature moves, exhausting paces, injuries, medications, and even a safety pin have all played a role in a drought that stood at 37 years until American Pharoah completed the sweep in 2015.
Cheltenham to reduce capacity and price of a pint
Organisers of the Cheltenham Festival are to reduce capacity and the price of a pint following criticism from spectators.
Cheltenham reduces crowd capacity and cuts price of a pint
Organisers of the Cheltenham Festival are to reduce capacity and the price of a pint following criticism from spectators.
