They don't talk much about Ack Ack these days. But few horses before or since have commanded his versatility – setting sprint records and winning handily at classic distances under staggering imposts.
Southern California racing returns to Santa Anita Park with opening day of the track’s 18 race-day fall meet set for Sept. 30 through Nov. 6. Santa Anita’s fall meet is one of the season’s premier meets, offering prime betting opportunities, big purses, and high-quality racing on both the turf and dirt.
No one can say it's been a smooth, tranquil 3-year-old season for Taiba. He did not make his first start until March 5 and immediately was playing a game of catch-up with the division's best sophomore runners.
Each week a panel of media members, horseplayers, and Breeders’ Cup World Championships officials release a poll tabulating their votes on the nation's top contenders for the 2022 Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic.