A year ago, the Virginia Derby was switched from turf to dirt, became an addition on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, and lured some of racing’s top trainers and jockeys to Colonial Downs. The reason ...

Notable winners of the United Nations Stakes include top horses such as Presious Passion, English Channel, Sandpit (BRZ), and Manila. Many past winners have gone on to compete in major graded stakes ...

So far, nine geldings — Vagrant (1876), Apollo (1882), Macbeth II (1888), Old Rosebud (1914), Exterminator (1918), Paul Jones (1920), Clyde Van Dusen (1929), Funny Cide (2003) and Mine That Bird (2009 ...

From Arcangues at 133-1 to Meadow Star a 1-5, the first 40 editions of the Breeders’ Cup have been filled with long shots and sure shots. Who knows what will happen this time around? The Breeders’ Cup ...

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Despite its justified reputation as a roughly run race, the Kentucky Derby overall has been largely free of riding infractions, fouls and interference. There have only been a few incidents worth ...

What is the Coolmore Turf Mile Stakes? The Coolmore Turf Mile Stakes is a prestigious Grade 1 horse race held annually at Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington, Kentucky. It covers a distance of 1 mile on ...

The first Preakness Stakes was held on May 27, 1873, and drew just seven runners. Survivor captured the inaugural edition by ten lengths, which was the largest margin earned $2,050 for the victory.

What are the Arlington Million Stakes? The Arlington Million Stakes is a prestigious Grade 1 turf race for thoroughbreds, held annually at Colonial Downs in Virginia. It is one of the most anticipated ...