Curlin Perseveres to Sire First Kentucky Derby Winner
The 22-year-old son of Smart Strike had sired three runners-up in the American classic since 2016.
Sire Laurel River to Shuttle From Japan to Australia
Woodside Park has struck a deal to bring the former Juddmonte-owned Dubai World Cup (G1) winner Laurel River to Australia from Japan's Big Red Farm, presenting Australian breeders a chance to access the Into Mischief bloodline.
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Golden Tempo wins the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, on May 2, 2026.
DeVaux to Take Wait-And-See Approach with Golden Tempo
Trainer Cherie DeVaux says Kentucky Derby (G1) winner Golden Tempo will return to her base at Keeneland, and a decision on his racing schedule and Preakness Stakes (G1) status won't be made until she assesses his training and condition.
Croix du Nord Squeezes Out Victory in 2-mile Tenno Sho
Croix du Nord found just enough stamina to win the Tenno Sho (Spring) (G1T) by a nose over extreme longshot Werttemberg.
Shinzo on Speed Dial for Inglis Foal Sale May 4-5
The first foals of Shinzo, Ozzmosis, Native Trail, King's Gambit, and Hawaii Five Oh will be on offer at this week's Inglis Australian Weanling Sale at Riverside, held May 4-5.
Preakness Has 16 Possible Despite Lack of Derby Runners
Although only Golden Tempo has the Preakness participation door left open the day after the Kentucky Derby (G1), the Maryland Jockey Club has 16 horses listed as possible. The Preakness can have a maximum field size of 14.
Great White Doing Well After Flipping, Derby Scratch
The Churchill Downs crowd held their breath May 2 when Great White reared, fell, and was scratched before the Kentucky Derby (G1). Trainer John Ennis said May 3 that the horse had no issues after and could point to the…
American Bloodlines Drive Chiba Thoroughbred Sale
This week's Report from Japan looks at the 68 ready-to-run 2-year-olds that have been cataloged for the upcoming Chiba Thoroughbred Sale at Funabashi Racecourse.