
Tom Pedulla
When Julie Krone was riding, it was always on to the next race, on to the next day, on to the next track, allowing precious little time to celebrate her accomplishments, no matter how unprecedented...
Legends
Posted May 30th, 2023 ·
1992 Horse of the Year A.P. Indy: Destined for Greatness
A.P. Indy was seemingly born to greatness. He was sired by Seattle Slew, a Triple Crown winner. His successful dam (mother), Weekend Surprise, was no surprise because she was sired by Secretariat,...
Legends
Posted May 23rd, 2023 ·
Belmont Winner Rags to Riches in League of Her Own
Todd Pletcher has won more than 5,500 races in his extraordinary training career. One stands out above the rest....
Legends
Posted May 22nd, 2023 ·
Key Takeaways from 2023 Preakness Stakes Weekend at Pimlico
Tom Pedulla presents five key takeaways from the $1.65 million Preakness Stakes, the middle jewel of the Triple Crown, and other developments this weekend at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.
Racing
Posted May 21st, 2023 ·
National Treasure Gives Baffert Record Eighth Preakness Win, Hall of Fame Jockey Velazquez His First
Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert went from heartbreak to record heights when National Treasure prevailed in a torrid stretch duel with Blazing Sevens to win the $1.65 million Preakness Stakes on...
Racing
Posted May 20th, 2023 ·
Preakness Diary: Mage’s Co-Owner Ramiro Restrepo on Family, Teamwork, and a Special Horse
Ramiro Restrepo is a fifth-generation horseman. His passion for racing stems from his grandfather, Luis Alvarez, who was a jockey, trainer and owner in Colombia.
Racing
Posted May 18th, 2023 ·
A Closer Look at 2023 Preakness Stakes Field With NBC’s Britney Eurton
NBC will provide extensive coverage of the 148th Preakness Stakes on Saturday from Baltimore’s Pimlico Race Course.
Racing
Posted May 18th, 2023 ·
Rachel Alexandra: A Superstar Filly for the Ages
Dolph Morrison bred Rachel Alexandra but was so unimpressed in the early stages of her development that he twice contemplated selling her.
Legends
Posted May 17th, 2023 ·
A Rosy Ride to Kentucky Derby Winner’s Circle for Commonwealth Shareholders With Mage
Dustin Potter did not have high expectations when he bought 50 shares at $50 apiece in an unraced 2-year-old based at Gulfstream Park.
The Life
Posted May 16th, 2023 ·
Peter Pan Stakes and Preakness Preparations: Five Key Weekend Takeaways You Need to Know
Tom Pedulla presents five key takeaways from the Grade 3 Peter Pan Stakes, a prep race for the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes Presented by NYRA Bets, and other major developments this weekend.
Racing
Posted May 15th, 2023 ·
Hall of Fame Trainer King Leatherbury: A Maryland Legend
King Leatherbury knows how he wants his training career to be defined. He knows how he would like to be remembered....
Legends
Posted May 9th, 2023 ·
Smarty Jones: An Unlikely Hero and Beloved Fan Favorite
When John Servis was growing up in Philadelphia, he experienced a recurring dream. He pictured himself in the winner’s circle at Churchill Downs, having won the Kentucky Derby as a trainer.
Legends
Posted May 9th, 2023 ·