Prat First NYRA Riding Title, Named Jockey of the Week
Reigning Eclipse Award winning journeyman Flavien Prat added another milestone to his resume with his first NYRA riding title at the Belmont at the Big A spring/summer meet.
FTBOA Cuts Most Fees to Register Florida-bred Foals
The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association announced July 9 that it will waive most registration fees for Florida-bred and Florida-sired foals of 2025, effective immediately.
She Feels Pretty Brings DeVaux 'Full Circle'
Ahead of She Feels Pretty's start in the $500,000 Diana Stakes (G1T) at Saratoga Race Course July 12, trainer Cherie DeVaux discusses what makes the filly special on the track and special to the trainer's career.
Farish, Gustavson Re-Elected to Breeders' Cup Board
Bill Farish of Lane's End Farm and Eric Gustavson of Spendthrift Farm were re-elected to the Breeders' Cup board of directors, while M.V. Magnier of Coolmore was elected, all to four-year terms. Joining for a three-year term is Craig Fravel.
Brown Seeks 10th Diana Win With Strong Duo
Trainer Chad Brown seeks an unprecedented 10th victory in the $500,000 Diana Stakes (G1T) when he sends Excellent Truth and Dynamic Pricing to the starting gate at Saratoga Race Course July 12.
Former NFL Executive Keenan Joins NYRA
The New York Racing Association announced July 9 the appointment of Katie Keenan as senior vice president and chief experience officer.
NYTHA Establishes D. Wayne Lukas Award for Assistants
The New York Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association has established the D. Wayne Lukas Award, a $10,000 award to be given annually to a New York-based assistant trainer who demonstrates the qualities of the late Hall of Fame trainer.
Mayor: 2025 Season Canceled at Ruidoso After Flooding
The city of Ruidoso, N.M., hammered by wildfires and flash flooding last summer, experienced damaging flooding July 8 after heavy monsoonal rains. The floodwaters impacted homes and businesses, including the racetrack, Ruidoso Downs.
Crimson Advocate, Cinderella's Dream Headline Falmouth
Duke of Cambridge Stakes (G2) one-two Crimson Advocate and Cinderella's Dream face off in a fascinating rematch after both were declared for the July 11 Falmouth Stakes (G1) at Newmarket Racecourse.
Calyx’s Sister Sets Tattersalls July Sale Record
A Tattersalls July Sale record was set July 9 when the blue-blooded Orchid Bouquet was hammered down at 550,000 guineas. The unraced Juddmonte-bred 3-year-old filly is by Kingman and out of the group 3-winning and group 1-placed Helleborine.