Fountoukis Excited for the Ride With Solitude Dude
Owner Chris Fountoukis is on the cusp of a major Kentucky Derby (G1) prep as his undefeated colt Solitude Dude is set to start in the Feb. 28 Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2) Gulfstream Park.
Derby Winners Punching Tickets Early in Recent Years
The Road, presented by Gainesway and WinStar Farm, looks at the recent strong Kentucky Derby (G1) performance of winners of prep races that offer 50 qualifying points.
Tattersalls Unveils Elite Craven Breeze Up Sale Catalog
Tattersalls announced Feb. 26 the catalog for the 182 juveniles entered for the Craven Breeze Up Sale, one of the first significant dates in the forthcoming flat season diary, which will take place April 13-15.
Clement de Bona New Jockey Club Chief Strategy Officer
The Jockey Club announced the appointment of Charlotte Clement de Bona as its chief strategy and transformation officer, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, performance, and long-term growth.
Global Branding in Focus at Asian Racing Conference
Eye on the World, with BH correspondent and world traveler Bob Kieckhefer, aims to look at international racing from an American perspective and, along the way, perhaps grow some interest in racing overseas.
RGCS Announces New Advisory Committee
The Advisory Committee will play a key role in shaping the 2026 conference by suggesting panel topics, identifying moderators and panelists, introducing speakers during conference sessions, supporting RGCS fundraising efforts, and more.
Travers, Whitney Top Saratoga's Summer Stakes Calendar
The New York Racing Association announced Feb. 26 the stakes schedule for the 2026 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course, which will open July 3 and continue through Labor Day, Sept. 7.
Late Trainers Clement, Shirreffs Among HOF Nominees
Late trainers Christophe Clement and John Shirreffs are among 13 nominees (seven racehorses and six trainers) for the National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame class of 2026.
NTRA Updates on Tariffs, Other Washington Developments
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association provides an update from Washington, highlighting recent developments on tariffs, prediction markets, and a new farm bill proposal.
FL Sire Incentive Program Replaces 2YO Stakes Series
The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association announced a new $1 million Florida Sire Racing Incentive Program for 2026, providing win incentives to owners and breeders of FSS-eligible 2-year-olds at Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay Downs.