Fred Brei and Milan Kosanovich of Ocala will return to the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association board of directors while Bobby Jones, Francis Vanlangendonck, and Dr. Fred Yutani all remain on the board for second terms.
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Quality Road Leads 2021 Stallion Roster at Lane's End
Lane’s End announced Oct. 23 its stud fees for 2021, topped by Quality Road, who stands for $150,000, down from $200,000 this year.
Pletcher Readies Five at Belmont for Breeders' Cup
Trainer Todd Pletcher breezed a quintet of Breeders’ Cup contenders over the past two mornings at Belmont Park, though Happy Saver, winner of the Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1) won’t be joining them in a Breeders’ Cup race.
Daredevil to Stand at Lane's End in 2021
Daredevil, who moved to Turkey at the end of 2019, returns to the U.S. after getting two grade 1 winners in his first crop. The son of More Than Ready will stand at Lane’s End for $25,000 as property of the Jockey Club of Turkey.
#MyBreedersCup Aims to Improve Off-Track Experience
The Breeders’ Cup today unveils #MyBreedersCup, a multi-pronged digital and social program designed to bring the best of the upcoming Breeders’ Cup World Championships to fans around the world.
Vexatious Out of Breeders' Cup Distaff
Vexatious, who upset the now-sidelined Midnight Bisou in the Personal Ensign Stakes (G1) this summer at Saratoga, will miss a start in the Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff (G1) at Keeneland Nov. 7, trainer Jack Sisterson posted on social media.
Four New Directors Added to Keeneland Board
Keeneland has announced four new additions to its advisory board of directors: Gatewood Bell of Cromwell Bloodstock, Coolmore’s Aisling Duignan, Juddmonte Farms’ Garrett O’Rourke and Sarah S. Reeves of Stoll Keenon Ogden.
Pegasus Races Become Automatic Qualifiers for Saudi
The Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia Oct. 23 named four races as “Win and You’re In” events for the second Saudi Cup program, slated for Feb. 19-20, 2021, at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh.
Mother Earth, Snowfall Mix-Up Leads to Amended Result
Mother Earth and Snowfall, who were saddled incorrectly when running in the Fillies’ Mile (G1) Oct. 9, have had their placings swapped but have not been disqualified after the BHA admitted the rules did not allow it to do so.
Daredevil Returns, to Stand at Lane's End
Daredevil, who moved to Turkey at the end of 2019, returns to the U.S. after getting two grade 1 winners in his first crop. The son of More Than Ready to stand at Lane’s End Farm for $25,000 as property of the Jockey Club of Turkey.
Evaluator Tops Empire Classic Field
A total of 109 New York-breds are entered for a special 11-race card to celebrate the annual Empire Showcase Day, featuring eight stakes races worth $1.2 million, led by the $175,000 Empire Classic and $175,000 Empire Distaff.
Tiz the Law Among Many Breeders' Cup Workers Oct. 23
Before daybreak the morning of Oct. 23, Tiz the Law breezed six furlongs at Keeneland in 1:13 1/5 over a fast track, one of two major local breezes he is expected to have prior to the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic Nov. 7.
Contrail Shoots for Japanese Triple Crown Sweep
It’s been nine years since Orfevre swept the Japanese Triple Crown on his way to international glory and the local fans are looking for nothing less, and maybe more, from Contrail in the Kikuka Sho Oct. 25 at Kyoto Racecourse.
Handicapping: Restricted Stakes in the Spotlight
Dave Litfin analyzes stakes action around North America Oct. 24.
Handicapping: Restricted Stakes in the Spotlight
Dave Litfin analyzes stakes action around North America Oct. 24.
Coach Set for Stakes Debut in Rags to Riches
On a day showcasing potential future stars Oct. 25 at Churchill Downs, Eucharist will try to keep the momentum going off his clear debut victory when he starts in the $98,000 Street Sense Overnight Stakes.
Coolmore America Unveils 2021 Stallion Roster
Highlighted by a $175,000 stud fee for Uncle Mo, currently the second leading sire by Northern Hemisphere earnings in 2020, Coolmore America announced Oct. 23 a 16-horse stallion roster for the 2021 breeding season.
Second Failed Post-Race Test for Baffert-Trained Gamine
Legal counsel for trainer Bob Baffert issued a statement Oct. 22 acknowledging that two-time grade 1 winner Gamine tested positive for betamethasone after her third-place finish in the Longines Kentucky Oaks (G1) Sept. 4 at Churchill Downs.
Report of Mares Bred for 2020 Down 4.3% from ’19
The Jockey Club’s Report of Mares Bred noted a 4.3% decline in the number of mares covered in 2020 in comparison to 2019 statistics.
The Stronach Group Executive Butler Promoted
1/ST announced Oct. 22 the appointment of Aidan Butler to chief operating officer, 1/ST RACING, and to president, 1/ST CONTENT.