All-Decade Eclipse Awards: The Best of the 2010s
Not only are we in the waning days of the current year, but also of a decade that saw tremendous highs and lows in racing. As always, what happened on the track offered a semblance […]
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Nakatani highlight reel: 10 Breeders’ Cup wins, Lava Man, Serena’s Song, and more
In honor of jockey Corey Nakatani’s retirement announcement, we’ve selected replays of just some marquee victories over his three-decade career. Our virtual walk down memory lane also helps to look forward to the more formal […]
Improbable rebounds in Shared Belief
While Kentucky Derby (G1) morning-line favorite Omaha Beach had to miss his intended comeback in Sunday’s $98,000 Shared Belief Stakes because of a virus, the Del Mar feature marked the successful return of his high-profile […]
Catalina Cruiser heavily favored in Pat O’Brien; Improbable returns in Shared Belief
The decision to keep Catalina Cruiser in shorter races this season rather than stretching him out has worked out for all involved. Owner Kosta Hronis and trainer John Sadler have been ably represented by the […]
Candy Ride’s 2003 Pacific Classic still one for the ages
Pacific Classic: Candy Ride vs Medaglia d’Oro Races become memorable because of the caliber of the performances turned in by exceptional horses, and the 2003 Pacific Classic (G1) certainly qualifies on that score. Argentine import […]
Battle of Midway a poignant winner of Shared Belief
Don Alberto Stable and WinStar Farm’s Battle of Midway tore apart a seemingly competitive renewal of Saturday’s $100,345 Shared Belief S. at Del Mar. Drawing off by 6 1/4 lengths, the 3-1 chance gave Hall […]
Danzing Candy puts streak on line in Pat O’Brien; Shared Belief comes up tough
Major stakes action doesn’t stop after Saratoga’s Travers Day bonanza, for later Saturday evening, Breeders’ Cup host site Del Mar stages two significant events – the $200,000 Pat O’Brien (G2) over seven furlongs and the […]