Johnny V Avenges West Virginia Derby Second with Zihnal
After finishing second in the 2025 West Virginia Derby (G3), jockey John Velazquez returned Aug. 9 to Mountaineer Casino Racetrack & Resort with redemption on his mind.
Holmby Outduels Ruiva in a Sorrento Stakes Thriller
Talla Racing's 2-year-old Holmby and Juan Hernandez won a fierce duel with the globetrotting Ruiva to take the 6-furlong, $150,500 Sorrento Stakes Aug. 9 at Del Mar.
Tokyo Derby Winner Finger Prepares for U.S. Trip
In this week's Report from Japan, an update on Tokyo Derby winner Finger who has entered quarantine in preparation for a start in the Aug. 22 Pacific Classic Stakes (G1) at Del Mar.
Stakes Recap: Whitney & Test
Maggie Wolfendale looks back at the Whitney Stakes & the Test Stakes at Saratoga.
Nitrogen a Winner in Whitney Defeat
Despite being defeated in the Whitney Stakes (G1) Aug. 8, Mark Casse found himself receiving plenty of congratulations Aug. 9 after the filly Nitrogen ran a strong second against the boys.
Sovereignty's Stardom Renewed After Whitney Win
The morning after winning the Whitney Stakes (G1), Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott took a moment to reminisce about the love the Saratoga Race Course crowd showed Sovereignty Aug. 8.
Magnitude Likely to Train Up to Breeders' Cup Classic
Following disappointing runs in the Whitney Stakes (G1) Aug. 8, Magnitude will likely train up to the Breeders' Cup Classic (G1) while connections will debate White Abarrio's retirement.
Is Sun Goddess O'Brien's Top Filly After Phoenix Win?
Sun Goddess became the first Ballydoyle-based filly to win the Aug. 9 Phoenix Stakes (G1), justifying 5-4 favoritism without too much fuss.