Steve Asmussen became the first trainer to win 10,000 Thoroughbred races in North America when Bet He’s Ready won the fifth race at Oaklawn Park Feb. 20. Asmussen also has two additional wins overseas, including Curlin’s victory in the 2008 Dubai World Cup.
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Angel of Empire Wins Risen Star Stakes to Become New Kentucky Derby Points Leader
Another Kentucky Derby prep, another win, and more points for one of trainer Brad Cox's 3-year-olds.
2023 Risen Star Stakes at a Glance
The complexion of the points chase for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve will change Saturday with the Risen Star Stakes presented by Lamarque Ford at Fair Grounds – the year’s first race with a 50-point top prize on the
2023 Rachel Alexandra Stakes at a Glance
The $300,000 Grade 2 Rachel Alexandra Stakes presented by Fasig-Tipton is considered a prep race for the Longines Kentucky Oaks with 50-20-15-10-5 qualifying points awarded to the top five finishers.
