The fields for the 14 races that comprise the Breeders’ Cup World Championships really begin to come into focus in summer and fall and this regular feature will offer a snapshot profile of one of the previous weekend’s standout stars.
Tag: The Sport
Comeback ‘Kid’ Red Knight Regained Vigor, Ready for Breeders’ Cup Turf Test
Tom Egan describes homebred Red Knight as “a gift from above” and a “comeback kid.” This may be quibbling, but the resurgent 8-year-old gelding, a gift keeps on giving, is no kid.
Havre de Grace: A Perfect Blend of Natural Talent and Intelligence
Havre de Grace possessed talent in such abundance she brought Larry Jones out of retirement to train her in 2011.
The Dazzling and Dominant Maskette
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.
