As an almost unprecedented offering at public auction, there had been much speculation as to what price English King would fetch when the classy son of Camelot was offered at the Tattersalls Autumn Horses in Training Sale on Oct. 28.
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Journeyman Stud's Fees Unchanged for 2021
Top-10 second-crop sire and leading Florida sire Khozan’s fee will stay at $10,000.
Uncle Mo Colt on Top at Fasig-Tipton October Sale
A son of Uncle Mo became the new sale topper during the penultimate session of the Fasig-Tipton October Yearlings Sale Oct. 28, going to the account of Karl and Cathi Glassman for $600,000.
Majestic Dunhill in a Familiar Spot in Bold Ruler
Seven furlongs can be a tricky distance for some horses. It can be a shade too long for certain sprinters and a bit short for routers. But for Majestic Dunhill, it fits like a glove.
Derby Provides Some Lift for Churchill Downs Inc.
While 2020 continues to be a difficult year for Churchill Downs Inc. because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the track and casino owner saw some positive trends to build on in the third quarter.
Breeders' Cup Releases Official Order of 2020 Races
The Nov. 6 program begins at 11:30 a.m. (all times Eastern) and concludes with the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1) at 5:10 p.m. The first post for the Nov. 7 program begins at 10:15 a.m. and concludes with the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) at 5:13 p.m.
American Anthem to Stud at Sierra Blanca Equine in N.M.
American Anthem will stand at Sierra Blanca Equine in Alamogordo, N.M.
Distaff Finish Could Alter Monomoy Girl's Future Plans
Speaking during a media conference call Oct. 28, trainer Brad Cox said there is a possibility Monomoy Girl could race for her current owners next year.
Bellafina Retired, Will Miss Expected Breeders' Cup Run
Multiple grade 1 winner Bellafina has been retired and will miss an expected start in the Nov. 7 Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint (G1) at Keeneland due to a minor issue, part-owner Kaleem Shah said Oct. 28.
Darby Dan Reduces 2021 Fee for Dialed In
Son of Mineshaft will stand for $15,000, down from $20,000 this year.
Hearing for Trainer Rice Scheduled to Begin Nov. 3
The long-delayed hearing on the status of Linda Rice’s training license has been scheduled to begin Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. ET.
Breeders' Cup 2020 Official Order of Races
The Nov. 6 program begins at 11:30 a.m. and concludes with the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1) at 5:10 p.m. ET. The first post for the Nov. 7 program begins at 10:15 a.m. ET and concludes with the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) at 5:13 p.m. ET.
Sam-Son Farm Dispersing Racing and Breeding Stock
Sam-Son is partnering with the Fasig-Tipton and Keeneland organizations to present this rare opportunity for buyers to acquire world-class racing talent and breeding stock from one of the true breed-to-race operations in the business.
Support for Breeders' Cup Strong Despite Difficult 2020
Despite a pandemic, horsemen have supported this year’s Breeders’ Cup World Championships where pre-entries are up 7% to 201 for this year’s 14-race event Nov. 6-7 at Keeneland.
Breeders' Cup Launches New Brand Campaign
The Breeders’ Cup announced details of a new brand awareness campaign, A Breed Apart, supported by a multi-million dollar digital and broadcast media buy to promote the 2020 Breeders’ Cup World Championships.
ThoroughbredAuctions.com Sale Features Oklahoma-Breds
Oklahoma-Breds are featured in the November Mixed Internet Auction of Thoroughbreds by ThoroughbredAuctions.com.
Five-Time Grade 1 Winner Einstein Euthanized
Five-time grade 1 winner Einstein has died, Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Farm’s founder and president Michael Blowen announced Oct. 28.
Wanamaker's Releases November Offerings
Continuing along their schedule of monthly online auctions, Wanamaker’s has released its November catalogue.
Zulu Alpha to Miss Breeders' Cup Turf
Zulu Alpha, one of the leading long-distance turf horses in the U.S., will miss the Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1T) due to a minor injury, owner Michael Hui said Oct. 28.
View the Horses Pre-Entered in the 2020 Breeders' Cup
A listing of horses entered in this year’s Breeders’ Cup World Championships.