Charismatic dead at age 21
Horse of the Year and dual classic winner Charismatic has died at the age of 21, Old Friends announced on Sunday. The popular chestnut was discovered early Sunday morning and veterinarian Dr. Bryan Waldridge was […]
Belmont Stakes
Classic Empire among 418 early nominees to 2017 Triple Crown
Edited Press Release Classic Empire, the champion two-year-old of 2016 and winner of the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1), heads an international roster of 418 three-year-olds made eligible during the early nomination phase to compete in […]
Underrated Ferdinand-Snow Chief rivalry was golden
December 26 marked the 30th anniversary of a clash between Ferdinand and Snow Chief in the Malibu (G2) on opening day of Santa Anita’s 1986-87 winter/spring meet. It was the fifth of nine meetings between […]
NYRA to offer bonus to Japan-based winner of 2017 Belmont Stakes
Edited Press Release The New York Racing Association has announced a $1 million bonus to any Japan-based Thoroughbred who competes in and wins the 149th running of the $1.5 million Belmont S. (G1) on June […]
Post Parade: Is the Triple Crown anachronistic?
Despite the general public’s apparent satisfaction with the current five-week Triple Crown window, as demonstrated by explosive results in on-track attendance, handle, and television ratings this year, the debate is likely to continue for the foreseeable future. […]