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Fun Facts About Surprise Kentucky Derby Champion Rich Strike

Rich Strike catapulted himself to the forefront of the American racing scene on the first Saturday in May this year. With a dramatic come-from-behind rally, he won the 2022 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve in a shocking 80.80-1 upset, making him the second-biggest longshot to win the race in history. His underdog status has made him a fan favorite.

Unconventional Blue is Owner’s ‘Hippie’ Preakness Pony

For the past 20 years, Blue has been a pony at Pimlico Race Course. He is quite a contrast to the sleek Thoroughbreds. He is highly visible with his dynamic black and white coat and his startling “Paul Newman” blue eyes. He has a huge head that sometimes looks like it belongs on a different horse. His pink, leathery lips are loose, and his mouth always seems to be open. He can be a challenge to photograph because from some viewpoints, he is somewhat dinosaur-like. Yet he has a certain cache about him.

Semifinalists Revealed for 2021 Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award

Six semifinalists for the 16th annual Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award have been selected by a panel of judges and were split evenly this year between fiction and non-fiction. These semifinalists were chosen from nearly two dozen submissions, a healthy indicator that interest in horse racing remains very much alive despite the crippling effects of a two-year global pandemic.

Thoroughbred Makeover Diary: Delayed By Dreaded Hoof Abscess

I cannot believe it is the end of May already! Time is going way to fast and I am starting to panic a little since my last blog!

Where to Watch/Listen: Memorial Day Weekend 2022

The second jewel of the 2022 Triple Crown is in the books, and in terms of national media attention, a pause is in order after Early Voting’s win last Saturday in the Preakness Stakes.

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