The 2022 Breeders’ Cup World Championships is fast approaching, and two weeks from now Lexington, Ky., will be in the early stages of what promises to be a weeklong party as the self-proclaimed “Thoroughbred Capital of the World” gears up for its third time hosting the event at Keeneland Race Course on Nov. 4 and 5.
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How to Throw the Ultimate Breeders’ Cup Party
Not one of the lucky 45,000 people attending the Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland this year? Don’t worry—there are still plenty of ways to have an amazing Breeders’ Cup experience at home. We’ve put together this guide with ways to decorate, celebrate, and venerate the best Thoroughbreds currently competing in horse racing. With our help, party planning will be a breeze and you’ll be able to enjoy the World Championships races from home and in style.
Inspiring Storyline, Swell of Support Propel Unbeaten Iowa-Bred Tyler’s Tribe to Breeders’ Cup
No horse has ever cured anyone of leukemia. But Tyler’s Tribe sure helped Tyler James Juhl during his two-year struggle to overcome the disease that threatened his young life. Eight-year-old Tyler is on the verge of being declared cancer-free after he was diagnosed in August 2020. Chemotherapy was delivered through a port in his chest. He also took one chemotherapy pill daily.
Emotional Win by Hewick in Grand National Highlights Spectacular Far Hills Meeting
Above all things, the 101st Far Hills Race Meeting was another celebration for all involved that produced a wealth of smiles. Yet the featured race of the Oct. 15 card, the $250,000 Grand National Hurdle, generated a much different emotion than the joy seen in all corners of the racetrack throughout the day. There were tears welling in the eyes of Irish trainer John “Shark” Hanlon and his emotions poured out after T.J. McDonald’s Hewick captured the Grade 1 steeplechase stakes by a widening 11 ½ lengths.
