Pulitzer Prize-winning author Geraldine Brooks’ novel Horse has been awarded first prize in the 17th annual Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award. Crafted by a master of historical fiction, it is the beautifully imagined tale of legendary 19th century racehorse and sire Lexington, and a young, enslaved groom who loved him.
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Game of Silks Players Target $70,000 at Breeders’ Cup
Game of Silks players are experiencing their first major Thoroughbred event this weekend when the Breeders’ Cup World Championships are held Nov. 3.
Horse Racing Novel ‘Kick the Latch’ Nominated for William Hill Sports Book Award
For the first time in its history, books by female authors dominate the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award shortlist. Following an independent judging process by a panel of experts in sports and journalism, four of the six are titles written by women, the highest percentage of female finalists since the competition started in 1989.
Celebrity Spotting: A Guide to Which Stars to Look Out for at Breeders’ Cup
Whenever you put together a world-class sporting event that offers the best in betting, dining, and hospitality, you’re bound to attract a celebrity or two. For four decades, the Breeders’ Cup World Championships has been a magnet for movie stars, pro athletes, musicians, and other influencers from across the spectrum of pop culture.
