Nitrogen Overwhelms Rivals in Ogden Phipps Victory
Nitrogen rolls to a dominating, 12 3/4-length triumph in the $500,000 Ogden Phipps Stakes (G1) June 5 at Saratoga Race Course.
Stakes Preview: Belmont Stakes
Acacia Clement previews the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course.
Renegade Even-Money Favorite in Early Belmont Wagering
The betting public has already spoken in regards to the June 6 Belmont Stakes (G1). The Kentucky Derby (G1) runner-up stands as a heavy even-money favorite in the win pool as of 7 p.m. ET June 5.
She’s In! Nitrogen Dominates Ogden Phipps, Claims Spot in BC Distaff Gate
Any concerns about whether or not she was still Queen of the Hill were dispelled Friday as Nitrogen (Medaglia d'Oro) dominated the GI Ogden Phipps Stakes, earning a guaranteed berth into the GI Breeders' Cup Distaff while she was at…
Night of Thunder’s Portfolio Duration In a ‘New York’ State of Mind
Having earlier registered his seventh training victory in the GII Wonder Again Stakes courtesy of Fitz Right (Charlatan), Klaravich Stables' lightly raced Portfolio Duration (GB) (f, 4, Night of Thunder {Ire}–Shemya {Fr}, by Dansili {GB}) took command from the opening…
Counting Stars Claims Her Grade I Moment with Stylish Acorn Victory
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – A star is born at the Spa. West Point Thoroughbreds's Counting Stars (Honor A. P.), third behind 'TDN Rising Star, presented by Hagyard' Always a Runner (Gun Runner) in the GI Kentucky Oaks, turned the tables…
Charlatan’s Fitz Right Wins Third Straight In Wonder Again
Michael Dubb, William H. Lawrence, The Elkstone Group and Michael Kisber's Fitz Right (Charlatan) remained perfect in three starts at three in 2026, sitting a clean trip in clear air before powering past favored Lion Lake (Ire) (Dark Angel {Ire})…
Pete Aiello Takes Over Santa Anita Announcer’s Booth for Weekend
Pete Aiello, the regular announcer at Gulfstream, will take over the Santa Anita booth in place of Frank Mirahmadi while the latter is in New York to call the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga. Aiello also served as the…
Trainer Eric Guillot Dies
Eric Guillot, whose 30-year career included several Grade I wins but came to an abrupt end in 2021 after a racist incident, died June 4 at a health and rehabilitation center in Magnolia, Arkansas. He was 64 years old. The…
Well-Bred Money Game Stays Perfect In Optional Claimer At The Spa
Money Game (Candy Ride {Arg}–Miss Bling Bling, by Tapit) won on debut at Oaklawn Park in March of last year, then the chestnut cleared an optional claimer over course and distance in early May. Heading to the sidelines, the colt…