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Just like every sport, horse racing has its superstars, up-and-comers, veterans, comeback stories, and underdogs. Some horses simply dominate, others rely on speed, consistency, or toughness, and a few seem to find another level when people least expect it.

For many Thoroughbreds, some of their most impressive performances come after they leave the racetrack.

That next chapter for more than 400 recently retired racehorses and former broodmares will take center stage Oct. 7-10 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington for the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.

After a whirlwind weekend of Thoroughbred racing in North America and France, the calendar lightens considerably this week before ramping back up again in advance of the 43rd Breeders’ Cup World Championships Oct. 30-31 at Keeneland.

More than one Coach Pope could be in Keeneland’s saddling paddock for the $650,000 Claiborne Breeders’ Futurity on Saturday.

Tradition, atmosphere, and excitement have been hallmarks of the Far Hills Race Meeting for more than a century. The 105th annual Far Hills Race Meet Saturday, Oct. 17, at Moorland Farm in Far Hills, N.J., is anchored, as always, by a terrific card of six races featuring the American Grand National, and the event continues to grow and evolve.

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