Much has been made of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2024, but the same historical marker applies to its companion race for 3-year-old fillies, the $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks.
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Trainer Phil D’Amato, Known for Turf Standouts, Has First Derby Horse in Stronghold
Long known for his skill in training turf horses, Phil D’Amato is making the most of an opportunity with the 3-year-old dirt horse Stronghold, winner of the Santa Anita Derby and pointed to the May 4 Kentucky Derby Pre
Breeders’ Cup Adds $1 Million to Purses for Longines Classic and Longines Turf
LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 12, 2024) – Breeders’ Cup Limited today announced individual $1 million purse increases for two of its marquee races – the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic and the Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf – demonstrating the organization’s longstanding commitment to global excellence and the enrichment of Thoroughbred racing.
Senor Buscador Headlines U.S. Contingent Targeting Dubai World Cup Card
The projected fields for the March 30 Dubai World Cup program feature a heavy American presence in the big dirt races and a fascinating global cast for the United Arab Emirates Derby, a Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve qualifying race.
