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Despite Race-Day Changes, Belmont Posts Solid Numbers
On a 2025 Belmont Stakes day that NYRA made some tough decisions to ensure as safe a day as possible, that first responsibility took precedence over any economic indicators but the 12-race card did still manage to surpass $100 million in handle.
Journalism Camp Proud; Eyes Fall Rematch at Del Mar
The public's attention was on Sovereignty after he ran down Journalism to capture the June 7 Belmont Stakes (G1) at Saratoga. But Aron Wellman—president and founder of Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, one of Journalism's owners—had eyes on his horse.
Belmont Notebook: Godolphin Team Enjoys the Moment
Belmont Notebook: Godolphin can never be accused of not stopping to smell the roses, and now the white carnations; and starter Scott Jordan makes some Triple Crown history.
Sovereignty Wins Belmont Stakes in KY Derby Repeat
In a stretch run reminiscent of the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1), Sovereignty charged past Journalism to win the Belmont Stakes (G1), with Baeza rounding out the trifecta June 7 at Saratoga Race Course.
Gunite's Brother Spice Runner Nips Comport in Iroquois
"He's twice his size, so maybe he can go twice as far," Hall of Fame trainer Asmussen quipped in comparing Spice Runner to Gunite.
Third Meeting for Comport, Spice Runner in Iroquois
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs is still 33 weeks away, but the Derby trail officially begins Sept. 13 beneath the twin spires.
Sizing Up Initial Points Race for 2026 Kentucky Derby
The Iroquois Stakes (G3) awards qualifying points to the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1).
Santa Anita Derby's Importance in Focus at CHRB Meeting
California racing representatives acknowledge the importance of maintaining the stature of the Santa Anita Derby (G1) and the state's other major races for 3-year-olds.
Sunday Silence Mural Taking Shape in Central Kentucky
A mural celebrating Sunday Silence's 1989 Kentucky Derby (G1) win will soon adorn a building in downtown Paris, Ky., joining the town's growing collection of large-scale public equine art.
Preakness Legacies Run it Back at F-T Saratoga Sale
Siblings or half siblings of the past three editions of the Preakness Stakes (G1) will be offered at the 104th edition of The Saratoga Sale, Fasig-Tipton's select yearling sale Aug. 4-5 in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Funny Cide, Smarty Jones Legacy Lives On in Jocks' Sons
Jose Santos Jr., the son of 2003 Kentucky Derby (G1) and Preakness Stakes (G1) winner Funny Cide's rider Jose Santos, is the agent for Christopher Elliott, son of 2004 Derby and Preakness winner Smarty Jones' rider Stewart Elliott.
As Breeders, Oxleys Enjoying Sierra Leone's Success
John and Debby Oxley's breeding exploits produced 2024 Breeders' Cup Classic (G1) victor Sierra Leone, one of the headliners in the $1 million Whitney Stakes (G1) Aug. 2 at Saratoga Race Course.
