A five-day training competition showcasing retired racehorses, the Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover concluded this weekend with 20 champions – two in each of the 10 disciplines offered at the makeover. Nicknamed the “Mega-Makeover,” more than 500 horses from both the 2020 and 2021 Thoroughbred Makeover classes competed during three days of preliminary competition held around the Kentucky Horse Park. From there, the top five in each discipline advanced to the weekend’s finale with 2020 champions crowned on Saturday and 2021 on Sunday.
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Party Guide for the 2021 Breeders’ Cup
The Breeders’ Cup World Championships are less than a month away, when 14 races showcase the best Thoroughbreds in competition on Nov. 5 and 6. This year, Del Mar hosts the iconic event. The occasion is a must-celebrate event for horse racing fans. Here are some ideas for hosting a Breeders’ Cup party. Decorations
How to Host the Ultimate Sports Viewing Party
When it comes to sports, few experiences can rival actually attending a live event. But there's something about a viewing party done right that can bring the excitement and energy into your very own living room. With the Breeders’ Cup World Championships less than a month away, sports fans should be prepared to properly celebrate the occasion.
Horse Racing’s Field of Dreams
We are in the era of the event. I'm told younger generations expect more from sports. They don't just want to watch the game, they want to consume it – and more importantly, they want to engage in it. If horse racing is to continue to modernize to suit the tastes of the Tik Tok generation, then it must be willing to go places where other sports are currently thriving. It's time to take this show on the road.
