Letters to the Editor, BloodHorse Daily, Dec. 18 Issue
Letters to the editor for the Dec. 18 issue of BloodHorse Daily
Litmus Test Revives Dormant Family Branch
Silent Cal's effect on the breed has been almost negligible, but he now plays a significant part in the pedigree of a horse who appears a very promising classic prospect for 2026 in Los Alamitos Futurity (G2) winner Litmus Test.
Saudi Cup Day's Neom Turf Cup Purse Increased to $3M
Saudi Arabia's newest group 1 race has received a huge prize money boost with the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia announcing Dec. 17 that the 2026 Neom Turf Cup (G1T) will be staged for $3 million, an increase of 50%.
Loveberry's 2,000th Win Earns Jockey of the Week Honors
Veteran jockey Jareth Loveberry achieved the milestone 2,000th win of his 20-year riding career Dec. 12 and then won the Louisiana Champions Day Lassie Stakes Dec. 13. A panel of racing experts voted him Jockey of the week for Dec.…
ARF Seizes Control of Australian Black-Type Pattern
Racing Australia has accepted the move by the Asian Racing Federation to seize control of the Australian black-type pattern, a step that will lead to its Asian Pattern Committee deciding on upgrades and downgrades before the start of next season.
Pyromancer Takes the Lead in Japan Road to KY Derby
Pyromancer remained undefeated after three starts and seized the lead in the Japan Road to the Kentucky Derby with a victory in the Zen-Nippon Nisai Yushun Dec. 17 at Kawasaki Racecourse.
Taylor Made Adds Instagrand to State-Bred Incentive
Taylor Made Stallions' new State-Bred Initiative Program supports regional breeders outside Kentucky by providing complimentary seasons to approved mares.
Oaklawn Reports Strong Crowds, Handle for Meet Opening
Oaklawn's 2025 Thoroughbred racing season opened emphatically, with strong attendance, record wagering, and memorable on-track milestones highlighting an exceptional opening weekend.
Aqueduct Releases 2026 Winter Stakes Schedule
The New York Racing Association announced Dec. 17 the stakes schedule for the 2026 winter meet at Aqueduct Racetrack, which will include 20 stakes races worth more than $3.1 million in total purses.
December Online Sale Closes 2025 Season for Inglis
Two well-related mares stole the show during the Inglis Digital December (Late) Online Sale that closed Dec. 17, selling for AU$140,000 each in the final sale of 2025 for the auction company.