Classic-Winning Jockey Leon Secures 1,000th Career Win
Classic-winning jockey Sonny Leon lands 1,000th win of career.
Basin Gets First Winner as Somavia Triumphs
Iowa-bred Somavia was impressive in her second career start, winning a maiden special weight contest at Prairie Meadows June 29. Her victory provided the first career winner for her sire, Basin.
Industry Reflects on Legacy of D. Wayne Lukas
Organizations and individuals within the Thoroughbred racing community reflect on contributions and legacy of legendary trainer D. Wayne Lukas, who died at age 89.
Trainer Fellowes Seeks Belmont Derby Win With Luther
Newmarket trainer Charlie Fellowes will aim to add the United States to the list of countries where he has saddled winners when lining up Luther in the July 4 Belmont Derby Invitational Stakes (G1T).
Thayer, Johnsen to Help Develop Iowa Horse Industry
The Iowa Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association announced the engagement of Corey Johnsen and Damon Thayer for a consultancy focused on securing a vibrant future for horse racing and breeding in Iowa.
Journalism Works Half-Mile at Santa Anita
Preakness Stakes (G1) winner Journalism returned to the work tab June 29, breezing a half-mile at Santa Anita Park in :47 4/5. Trainer Michael McCarthy said the son of Curlin came out of the work well, but has no goals…
Supreme Court Agrees to Review HISA; Other Steps Remain
The United States Supreme Court took a major step toward moving forward the years-long dispute over the constitutionality of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority's powers with a sweeping set of orders June 30.
Stakes Winner A.P. Kid Euthanized
Donegal Racing's stakes winner A.P. Kid was euthanized June 28 following a workout over the Oklahoma Turf Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Flying Mohawk Returns to Turf in Belmont Derby
The New York Racing Association did not create its trio of rich 3-year-old turf races for Flying Mohawk. But the series does come in quite handy for runners like the son of Karakontie.
BH Monday: Keeneland Breeders' Cup, Remembering Lukas
On the June 30 BloodHorse Monday, Gatewood Bell discusses the 2026 Breeders' Cup at Keeneland, Louie Rabaut and Sean Collins remember D. Wayne Lukas, Dan Illman recaps the Laurel Park meet, and Rachel McLaughlin previews the Indiana Derby (G3).