This week’s “Look Back” feature is a stakes report of the 1968 Arkansas Derby won by Nodouble, who would go on to earn a classic placing by finishing third in the Preakness Stakes.
Monthly Archives: April 2017
World Poker Tour isn’t Up for Sale, Owner Says
The World Poker Tour isn’t up for sale despite rumors to the contrary. Ourgame International Holdings Ltd., the poker tour’s parent company, released a statement addressing the issue. “The board […]
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Maryland man wins lottery twice at same convenience store
A Silver Spring, Maryland, man won a state lottery game twice at the same convenience store — a rare occurrence, lottery officials said.Winner Stories, Maryland, Scratch Games, Won multiple times
'More Mature' Midnight Storm Heads to Oaklawn
This raiding trip to Oaklawn Park for a run at the $750,000 Oaklawn Handicap (G2) comes on the heels of a game runner-up finish in the March 11 Santa Anita Handicap presented by San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino (G1).
South American Racing Focus of Pan Am Conference
Panels focusing on televised coverage of horse racing, the South American breeding and racing industry, and international integrity efforts will highlight the business sessions at the second Pan American Conference.
Land Preservation Topic of Next KENA Dinner
The Kentucky Horse Council has announced the topic for the May Kentucky Equine Networking Association (KENA) dinner: Saving Ground—Preserving Kentucky’s Horse Country. The dinner will be May 16 at Fasig-Tipton near Lexington.
Whitmore-Holy Boss Rematch in Count Fleet
Classic contender Whitmore and veteran sprinter Holy Boss are set for a rematch in the $400,000 Count Fleet Sprint Handicap (G3) at Oaklawn Park going six furlongs April 15.
Lady Aurelia Faces Elders in Giant's Causeway
Not only will Stonestreet Stables, George Bolton, and Peter Leidel’s group 1 winner face an overflow field in the $100,000 Giant’s Causeway Stakes April 15 at Keeneland, but she’ll also face a field of entirely older horses for the first time.
David Dao, United Passenger Gone Viral, Made More Than a Quarter Million in Poker Tournament Cashes
United Airlines passenger David Dao, who was forcibly removed from a flight on Monday, has made quite a haul playing poker, but also has a checkered past that was dragged […]
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Scuba Looks to Continue Winning Ways in Ben Ali
Scuba might find the water deep in the Ben Ali, where he makes his seasonal debut and will be tested on the front end by Conquest Enforcer and Bird Song at Keeneland
Classic Empire Aims to Regain Luster in Arkansas Derby
Thanks to lack of the clarity on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, Classic Empire can bring the hype full circle back to him should the 8-5 morning-line favorite prevail in the Arkansas Derby against 11 others.
Sagamore Farm Open House Scheduled May 16
The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association is hosting an open house May 16th at historic Sagamore Farm near Glyndon, Md.
Record Goffs Breeze-Up Sale at Doncaster
Topped by a Kodiac colt sold for £360,000 ($447,782), the Goffs UK breeze-up sale at Doncaster soared to new levels April 12.
Bonus Offered for First Peace and Justice Stakes Winner
A1A Racing is offering a $250,000 bonus to the breeder of first-year sire Peace and Justice’s first non-restricted, black-type stakes winner.
Lady Eli Makes Seasonal Bow in Star-Studded Jenny Wiley
Individually, Lady Eli, Time and Motion, and Catch a Glimpse could all vie for favoritism in any entry box they show up in. Together, they headline the 1 1/16-mile Jenny Wiley that boasts four top-level winners in its eight-horse field.
NBC Sports Plans 11 BC Challenge Program Broadcasts
The 2017 Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series: Win and You’re In television schedule will include 11 live programs featuring 17 qualifying races and other major stakes on the road to the Breeders’ Cup World Championships.
Breeders' Cup Challenge Features 81 races in 2017
Breeders’ Cup released its 2017 Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series April 12. With 81 events listed, there are 62 grade/group 1 events in 13 countries.
Maurice Hawkins Goes Back-to-Back in WSOPC Council Bluffs to Win Record 10th Gold Ring
While Johnny Chan will forever be known as the first player to win ten World Series of Poker bracelets, poker pro Maurice Hawkins will go down in history as the […]
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Keeneland Creates Book 1 Bonus for September Sale
Keeneland announced a new program April 12 that will pay a cash bonus to any Book 1 September yearling sale graduate that wins a grade/group 1 stakes anywhere in the world. The bonus will be split between the seller and buyer.
South American Racing to Highlight Pan Am Conference
Panels focusing on televised coverage of horse racing, the South American breeding and racing industry, and international integrity efforts will highlight the business sessions at the second Pan American Conference.