Oaklawn to Boost Purses in Races With Large Fields
Oaklawn Park announces a new incentive beginning March 19, boosting purses in non-stakes races with more than nine betting interests.
Majestic Oops Wins Azeri, Nitrogen Third
Majestic Oops stretched out from 6 furlongs to 1 1/16 miles and got smoothly over a sloppy track to win the Azeri Stakes (G2) March 7 at Oaklawn Park.
Stakes Preview: Tampa Bay Derby & Azeri Stakes
Paul Verderosa looks forward at the Tampa Bay Derby at Tampa Bay Downs & the Azeri Stakes at Oaklawn.
Oaklawn Jockey Carmona Hospitalized With Neck Injury
Jockey Serafin Carmona is hospitalized at CHI-St. Vincent in Hot Spring, Ark., after being unseated when his mount clipped heels during the running of the ninth race March 5 at Oaklawn Park.
Horsemen Offer Ideas on Protecting Horse Racing
Crafting legislation that works for racing was just one idea discussed during a March 4 panel at the National HBPA conference at Oaklawn Park that offered thoughts on how to protect racing operations that are tied to added-gaming.
Sovereignty Under Consideration for Oaklawn Handicap
Reigning Horse of the Year Sovereignty continues to progress in his training this winter in South Florida and is under consideration for the April 18 Oaklawn Handicap (G2) for his 4-year-old debut, trainer Bill Mott told FanDuel Racing March 4.
King Analyzes the Fountain of Youth, Rebel Stakes
BloodHorse news editor Byron King reviews the Feb. 28 Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2) from Gulfstream Park and the March 1 Rebel Stakes (G2) from Oaklawn Park in racing action on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage March 5-8
The Tampa Bay Derby will be showcased on NYRA's "America's Day at the Races" telecast March 7 along with other races from Tampa, Oaklawn Park, and Aqueduct Racetrack.
Key Takeaways From an Important KY Derby Prep Weekend
Patrick Reed presents four takeaways from an action-packed weekend highlighted by three 105-point Kentucky Derby (G1) prep races: the Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2), the Gotham Stakes (G3), and the Rebel Stakes (G2) at Oaklawn Park.
Class President Fights Off Silent Tactic to Win Rebel
In a thrilling stretch duel, Class President was able to fend off Silent Tactic to win the $1 million Rebel Stakes (G2) at Oaklawn Park March 1 in his first start around two turns.