Julie June Stewart
“It was a beautiful land where flowers bloomed, the flamingos basked in the sun and airplanes flew overhead. A land where horses became immortal, and jockeys became famous.” I wrote those words in...
Legends
Posted December 22nd, 2023 ·
Secretariat Among Inspirational Horses on Display at 11th Annual Sporting Art Auction
Every fall, people who are lucky enough to be in Lexington are drawn to the preview of the annual Sporting Art Auction (11th edition) which is a collaboration between Cross Gate Gallery and...
Pop Culture
Posted November 29th, 2023 ·
Redemption for Mucho Macho Man in ‘Fairy-Tale’ 2013 Breeders’ Cup Classic
During this year’s NBC Breeders’ Cup World Championship coverage, reporter Kenny Rice reminisced about his favorite Breeders’ Cup Classic win in 2013. “Ten years ago, there was a moment that was...
Legends
Posted November 7th, 2023 ·
‘Special Horse’ Mr. T Makes Debut on Big Stage at 2023 Breeders’ Cup
There is something extra special when a flashy Quarter Horse palomino stands out amid hundreds of world-class Thoroughbreds and their ponies at this year’s Breeders’ Cup World Championships Nov. 3...
The Life
Posted November 1st, 2023 ·
‘Consummate Horsewoman’ Kaymarie Kreidel a Vital Member of Maryland Racing Community
Kaymarie Kreidel sits on her outrider pony like a rocket ready to launch at the merest glimpse of trouble. She is part of a safety system implemented at most horse racing tracks throughout the...
The Life
Posted June 28th, 2023 ·
Mary Ellet a Shining Star Behind the Scenes for Pletcher Barn at Churchill Downs
She sits calmly in the saddle as she leads horses around Churchill Downs, often with the sun glinting off her sunglasses. Mary Ellet, 29, was raised in Southern California. She is currently based...
The Life
Posted May 4th, 2023 ·
Experienced Horseman Mike Crowder Helps Put Team Japan at Ease Preparing for Kentucky Derby
His life straddles the history of horse racing and he’s seen it all from the back of a horse. Seventy-three-year-old Mike Crowder gets to Churchill Downs every morning by 4 a.m.. He tends to his...
The Life
Posted May 3rd, 2023 ·
A Big, Chill Guy: Gulfstream Pony Master is Like ‘Riding on a Couch’
There is a new rock star emerging at Gulfstream Park this year who has everyone buzzing about his size, demeanor, and stature. And he is not a Thoroughbred! Master is a solid, 16.3 hands, draft...
The Life
Posted April 10th, 2023 ·
Shared Family MyRacehorse Experience Helping Lexington Native Skidmore Keep Racing in Her Heart
One of the joys of horse racing is that it can be a family affair. No one knows this better than Lauren Skidmore, 23, from Lexington, Ky. She is currently in her first year at the University of...
The Life
Posted March 31st, 2023 ·
Showstopper Headlines Cross Gate Gallery’s 10th Sporting Art Auction Friday at Keeneland
Friday, Nov. 18 is the 10th anniversary of the Sporting Art Auction, which is a collaboration between Keeneland Association and Cross Gate Gallery in Lexington, Ky. Every year Greg Ladd and his...
Pop Culture
Posted November 17th, 2022 ·
Thoroughbreds a Labor of Love for Connections of Japanese Filly and Mare Sprint Hopeful
There is something special about having one’s homebred horse running in the 2022 Breeders’ Cup. For prominent Japanese businessman Koji Maeda, his North Hills Co.
The Life
Posted November 4th, 2022 ·
Many Chapters to Storybook Tale of Gold Strike, Mother of Derby Winner Rich Strike
Betting the longshot and winning at the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve is exhilarating! Especially this year if you bet on the winner Rich Strike (Keen Ice – Gold Strike, by Smart...
The Life
Posted June 7th, 2022 ·