Managing partner Jack Knowlton and his fellow Sackatoga Stable owners stepped out of a yellow school bus at Churchill Downs to gain an upset victory with New York-bred gelding Funny Cide in the 2003 Kentucky Derby. In another unexpected development, Knowlton and Sackatoga have returned to the national spotlight with another stellar New York-bred.
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Gary Stevens, Aaron Gryder Among Guests on ‘The Winner’s Circle’
Featuring America’s Best Racing’s deep roster of talented contributors, including former ESPN SportsCenter weekend anchor now-turned radio personality Bram Weinstein, who serves as the host of “The Winner’s Circle,” and Dan Tordjman, “The Winner’s Circle” presented by NYRA Bets brings together these accomplished racing insiders to share their knowledge, tips, insights, and opinions by offering a unique, weekly pe
Melen Savoring Ride to ‘Winner’s Circle of Life’
Guaranteed to turn heads on Halloween, Steve and Tanya Melen cruise downtown Tiburon in his 1964 red Mercury Comet Caliente convertible. He is dressed as the “Joy of Painting” artist Bob Ross, complete with a resplendent beard. Tanya has been transformed into one of his aesthetically pleasing landscapes with happy little trees. “Bob” turns to the camera and says, “Look at the beautiful nature and scenery. Aren’t the trees beautiful? Don’t they make you want to stop and take a little breath? I think I am going to paint them.
NBC’s Kenny Rice Chats the Breeders’ Cup, Reporting Without Fans, and More
The Breeders’ Cup World Championships will offer 14 races with purses and awards totaling $31 million when the season-culminating event is held this Friday and Saturday at Keeneland Race Course.
