Derby and Oaks highlight big Saturday at Indiana Grand
by John Mucciolo Six stakes events will be held during a big day of racing at Indiana Grand on Saturday. Purses in excess of $1 million will be on the line in the black-type events, […]
Sweet Diane
Remembering Rita seeks Cornhusker repeat; Lady Apple, Ulele square off in Iowa Oaks
Since the Cornhusker H. (G3) found a new home in Iowa more than two decades ago, no horse has ever won Prairie Meadows’ signature event more than once. Remembering Rita will aim to change that […]
Always Shopping aims to give Pletcher record fifth Black-Eyed Susan
Todd Pletcher is currently tied with his former mentor, D. Wayne Lukas, with four victories in the $250,000 Black-Eyed Susan (G2). He will have a good chance of moving ahead on Friday when Always Shopping takes […]
Street Band strikes up an upset of the Fair Grounds Oaks
Like a conductor at the symphony, jockey Sophie Doyle made some subtle changes to how Street Band played on the racetrack, and that helped the Istan filly spring the near 11-1 upset in the TwinSpires.com […]
Point of Honor stays unbeaten in Suncoast; Inspector Lynley wins Tampa Bay for a second time
A wide trip proved no hindrance to Point of Honor, who entered the Kentucky Oaks (G1) race Saturday with a stylish 2 3/4-length victory in the $100,000 Suncoast at Tampa Bay Downs. The 5-2 favorite […]