Khaadem Back For Second Try in KY Downs Turf Sprint
An overflow field of 12 is ready to contest six furlongs over the Kentucky Downs turf course in the $2 million Mint Kentucky Turf Sprint (G2T) Aug. 30. Unlike last year when Cogburn ran like the clear favorite, this year's edition looks wide open.
Trainer's Emotions Soar With Lovesick Blues' Crosby Win
Trainer Librado Barocio lost all control when 18-1 Lovesick Blues earned an improbable triumph in the July 26 Bing Crosby Stakes (G1) at Del Mar to land an automatic berth in the $2 million Breeders' Cup Sprint (G1) there Nov. 1.
Sweet Azteca is BC Bound After Rancho Bernardo Win
After a last-place finish cost Sweet Azteca a start in last year's Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint, she made it clear after winning the Rancho Bernardo: World Championships or bust.
Top Sprinter Book'em Danno Uncertain for Breeders' Cup
After sweeping a trio of graded sprints at Saratoga Race Course this summer, Book'em Danno is not a guarantee to participate in the $2 million Breeders' Cup Sprint (G1) at Del Mar Nov. 1.
With Travers Complete, Classic Test Awaits Sovereignty
Eating grass outside Bill Mott's barn Aug. 24, Sovereignty appeared no worse for wear following his Travers Stakes (G1) victory. He now aims to wrap up a Horse of the Year campaign with a Breeders' Cup Classic (G1) win.
Precise Lands O’Brien First Prestige Stakes Victory
Precise gave trainer Aidan O'Brien his first win in the seven-furlong Prestige Fillies' Stakes (G3) at Goodwood Racecourse Aug. 24, and earned herself an automatic starting position in the $1 million Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf
Dr. Venkman Rides Rail Path to Win Pat O'Brien
Though trainer Mark Glatt said that Dr. Venkman doesn't like running on the rail, the gelding powered through a large opening to score in the Pat O'Brien Stakes at Del Mar and earn a Win & You're In berth to the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile (G1).
Dr. Venkman Busts Through on Rail to Win Pat O'Brien
Though trainer Mark Glatt said that Dr. Venkman doesn't like running on the rail, the gelding powered through a large opening to score in the Pat O'Brien Stakes at Del Mar and earn a Win & You're In berth to the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile (G1).
Hope Road Most Impressive in Ballerina Stakes
Cicero Farms' homebred Hope Road followed in the footsteps of her dam, Marley's Freedom, the 2018 Ballerina winner, and prevailed by two lengths for Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert.
Asfoora Shines in Nunthorpe Stakes
Noor Elaine Farm's Asfoora bounced back to winning ways in the Nunthorpe Stakes (G1) Aug. 22 at York Racecourse. The victory secured the 7-year-old an automatic berth into the $1 million Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint (G1T).
Moon Target Eyes Breeders' Cup Berth in Prestige Stakes
Sir Mark Prescott's exciting 2-year-old Moon Target is set for her stiffest task yet as she takes on a compelling field of talented 2-year-old fillies in the Prestige Fillies' Stakes (G3) at Goodwood Aug. 24.
Cox Duo Headlines Competitive Jerkens Field
Trainer Brad Cox believes in the "strength in numbers" theory. "You can never have too many shots in a grade 1," he said.
Chismosa to Meet Sweet Azteca Again in Rancho Bernardo
California-bred champion Chismosa has faced the brilliant Sweet Azteca four times, winning once, and will try again in the Rancho Bernardo Stakes at Del Mar.
Plenty of Spa Success for Personal Ensign Runners
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American Pharoah's Spa Gallop May Never be Matched
It was about 10 minutes of time that none of the onlookers had ever seen before and likely never will again. American Pharoah circled the Spa twice before a crowd that was conservatively estimated at 15,000 but was most likely bigger.
Minnie Hauk Picks Up Third Group 1 With Yorkshire Oaks
Minnie Hauk stormed to victory to land the Yorkshire Oaks (G1) and provide Aidan O'Brien with his fifth triumph in six previous years.
Asfoora at Her 'Peak' as She Seeks Nunthorpe Redemption
The 7-year-old has a point to prove having finished fourth when sent off a 6-4 favorite in this race last season, while she could only finish fifth when bidding to defend her crown in the King Charles III Stakes (G1) at Royal Ascot in June.
Ombudsman Resolves Juddmonte International Challenge
Favored Ombudsman stamped his authority on the middle-distance division with a commanding performance in the Aug. 20 Juddmonte International Stakes (G1) at York Racecourse, reversing his Coral-Eclipse (G1) form with Delacroix.
Book'em Danno Seeks More Saratoga Success in Forego
Holding a 3-for-4 record at Saratoga Race Course, Book'em Danno looks to stay on top of his game Aug. 23 in the $500,000 Forego Stakes (G1).
Minnie Hauk Goes for Rare Oaks Treble in Yorkshire Oaks
Minnie Hauk faces just three rivals at York Aug. 21 in her quest to secure a group 1 Oaks treble and emulate high-class Ballydoyle predecessors Alexandrova (2006) and Snowfall (2021).