The fourth time was the charm for veteran 7-year-old Skippylongstocking, who rallied to win the $3 million Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes on Jan. 24 while making his fourth straight start in the Grade 1 event at Gulfstream Park.
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Six Speed Cruises in UAE Two Thousand Guineas, Takes Big Step Toward Kentucky Derby
Six Speed, racing for the first time for new American owners, raised hopes for a return home on the first Saturday in May with an impressive, and a bit surprising, victory in the UAE Two Thousand Guineas on Fashion Friday Jan. 23 at Meydan Racecourse.
A Century in Motion: The Evolution of Aqueduct
From its earliest days on the fringes of American horse racing, Aqueduct Racetrack has persisted through the ups and downs of the sport in New York City. Once a so-called “outlaw,” the “Big A” has played host to Triple Crown winners, legendary battles, and at least one world leader. As we prepare to say goodbye to this Gotham sporting staple later this year, follow the evolution of this track from a rough diamond into a shining gem. Tenuous Takeoff
Inside Information: A Hall of Fame Racehorse With Push-Button Brilliance
Rain has been known to dampen the spirits of many a person. But not trainer Shug McGaughey, especially on a gray October afternoon in 1995.
