Thrilling uncertainty surrounds the purchase of a well-bred yearling. How will the prospect develop physically and mentally? Will the runner be ready at age 2 or require greater patience? Will it prefer turf or dirt? Long or short? Can it compete at the highest levels? Can it accomplish anything memorable?
Tag: The Sport
Better Than Ever, Rushing Fall Set for Career Finale in Breeders’ Cup
Owner Bob Edwards could sense trouble as the great Rushing Fall prepared to compete in the First Lady Stakes presented by UK Healthcare last October at Keeneland.
2020 Breeders’ Cup Turf at a Glance
It took no less of a talent than a Horse of the Year to end the European run of success in the Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf a year ago.
Meet the Jockeys of the 2020 Breeders’ Cup Classic
The 10 jockeys lined up for the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic on Nov. 7 at Keeneland Race Course are a diverse group, including two members of the Racing Hall of Fame, the reigning two-time Eclipse Award winner, and two riders making their first appearance in the Classic. Get to know more about their backgrounds and assigned mounts for the $6 million race in these profiles.
