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Dominant Carpe Diem Dazzles in Blue Grass, Maria Lovely in Ashland

Carpe Diem overwhelmed the opposition in the $1-million Toyota Blue Grass Stakes on Saturday at Keeneland race Course. (Coady Photography)

Carpe Diem seized yet another prep race victory on April 4 when the highly regarded Kentucky Derby hopeful won the $1-million Toyota Blue Grass Stakes by 3 lengths at Keeneland Race Course.

Positioning Carpe Diem just off of Ocho Ocho Ocho’s flank through most of the 1 1/8-mile race, it was obvious that jockey Johnny Velazquez was never worried about his horse’s chances to win the race.

Portland Meadows: History in the Making

Portland Meadows is a charming track in Portland, Oregon.

The incessant rains of the Pacific Northwest had temporarily let up and the temperature looked like it would hit a balmy 50 degrees. Gray skies and “warm” weather meant one thing! It was a great day for me to head to Portland Meadows for their 2015 Closing Day.

A Tour of Gulfstream

Gulfstream Park, located in Hallandale Beach, Fla. – just north of Miami – is one of the most scenic racetracks in America. The place is also an entertainment destination, offering horse racing, a casino, bars, restaurants and some high-end shopping.

If this weekend is your first trip out here, it’s always good to know where you’d like to spend the day; so I spent this afternoon wandering around the facility to help you get familiar with the scene here at Gulfstream.

Horse-Themed Wine for Thanksgiving Dinner

Horse-themed wines are a great addition to your Thanksgiving table. (All photos courtesy of Geoff Worden)

A Perfect Match: The Racetrack and Chris Aplin

Chris Aplin at opening day of the 2014 Del Mar fall meet. (Photo courtesy of Chris Aplin)

The first time I met Chris Aplin, I thought she was an angel. In 2010, I had wandered onto the backside of Oaklawn Park in hopes of finding Zenyatta. I found her, but her very handsome bodyguard was keeping me half a barn away. He did, however, agree to take a few pictures of Zenyatta with my camera.

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