She never lost a race against fillies and mares. She was a two-time champion, winning some of the most prestigious races in her division, as well as a couple of big ones against males. She never raced outside of New York, but demonstrated her versatility by winning races at six different tracks within the state. Her name was Maskette and, as her accomplishments suggest, she was fast, talented, durable, and downright unstoppable when at her best.
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Wise Dan: How One Racehorse Defined What It Means to Be a Champion
What defines a champion? Is it talent; the raw ability that gives an athlete the ability to excel in their sport? Is it accomplishments; the record of achievements that their talent enables them to compile? Or is it something else entirely; an innate desire to perform as well as possible and give your all every time you compete?
Modern Games Romps in Woodbine Mile to Secure Breeders’ Cup Berth
It appears Breeders’ Cup fans will get another chance in November to back Modern Games, the colt who won the 2021 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf while his frustrated backers settled for refunds as he ran for purse money only.
Curly Jack Upsets Iroquois Stakes as 2023 Kentucky Derby Prep Season Begins
Whether rooting on his 2-year-old colt Curly Jack or his alma mater Notre Dame in a college football game, Mike McLoughlin cheered for winners Sept. 17.
