By 1943, the United States was more than a year into World War II, with Allied forces fighting in both Europe and the Pacific. For many, the racetrack served as a distraction, a place to get away from the heaviness of reality and find personalities to root for in challenging times.
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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Story: A Perfect Match for Vera Tune
When Vera Tune set out to find her next horse, she was focused on finding a partner for Dressage — one with a good brain, safe in and out of tack, one who moved well, and one she could depend on.
Stars of Yesterday: Looking Back at Best Florida Derby Winners
One of the preeminent prep races on the road to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve will be held at Gulfstream Park, which hosts the Grade 1, $1 million Curlin Florida Derby presented by Hill 'n' Dale Farms at Xalapa.
Stars of Yesterday: Looking Back at Best Florida Derby Winners
One of the preeminent prep races on the road to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve will be held at Gulfstream Park, which hosts the Grade 1, $1 million Curlin Florida Derby presented by Hill 'n' Dale Farms at Xalapa.
