Each week members of the media around the country vote on the nation's top contenders on the Triple Crown trail in the NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll. The poll will run weekly through June 5. Find out the latest 2021 top 3-year-old rankings below. AMERICA’S TOP THOROUGHBREDS FOR FEB. 22, 2021
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Two to Follow for Upcoming Cheltenham Festival
The Cheltenham festival is now just a few weeks away as anticipation continues to build among horse racing fans worldwide. Gamblers are getting involved on online sports betting sites, even overseas, on what is one of the biggest events on the racing calendar each year. Markets have now been formed and many expected runners are gaining support, but many are wondering who are the key horses to follow? With that being the case, let’s cover two horses that are worth following at the 2021 Cheltenham festival.
Herb McCauley: A Comeback Story of Will and Perseverance
Sports fans love a great comeback story. Last fall, they were captivated by the story of Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith, who recovered from a badly broken leg to play professional football again after two years on the sidelines.
Mishriff Pulls Upset in Saudi Cup After Wearing Down Charlatan Late
On a day when the well-fancied Americans thrice played bridesmaid and Japan celebrated twice, the Saudi Cup stayed home thanks to the efforts of a British trainer and a 21-year-old, ginger-haired Irish jockey. Perhaps the weather had a hand, too, as Mishriff, racing for Saudi Arabia’s Prince Faisal, wore down heavily favored Charlatan in the closing yards of the $20 million Saudi Cup Feb. 20, winning by one length.
