Champion Afleet Alex Dies Due to Infirmities of Old Age
Afleet Alex, the 2005 champion 3-year-old male after winning the Preakness Stakes (G1) and Belmont Stakes (G1), died Feb. 6 due to the infirmities of old age. He was 24.
Florida House Passes Decoupling Bill 77-34
Florida Thoroughbred industry leaders anticipated this vote in the House and are expecting a different result when the companion bill is considered by the Senate.
Belmont Stakes Tickets on Sale Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. ET
Tickets and hospitality offerings for the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at historic Saratoga Race Course will go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. ET on Thursday, Feb. 12 at BelmontStakes.com.
Torres Voted Jockey of The Week After Two Stakes Wins
Cristian Torres is Jockey of the Week after victories aboard Silent Tactic in the Southwest Stakes (G3) and Search Party in the Martha Washington Stakes for trainer Mark Casse.
Submissions Now Open for Survivors Parade on Oaks Day
Submissions to participate in the 2026 Kentucky Oaks Survivors Parade on Friday, May 1, are now open.
KEEP Foundation Awards Over $46K to Non-Profits in 2025
The Kentucky Equine Education Project Foundation awarded $46,760 to Kentucky equine nonprofit organizations through its Seattle Slew Grant Program in 2025.
KY Legislators Discuss Horse Racing Economic Impact
A panel of Kentucky legislators dive into its contributions to the general fund of the horse racing industry and sports wagering.
NYRA Releases Stakes Schedule Through June 28
The New York Racing Association announces its stakes schedule for the 2026 Belmont at the Big A spring/summer meet at Aqueduct Racetrack and the June 3-7 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga Race Course.
Sicilian Love of Racing Leaves Indelible Mark
Former Santa Anita Park executive John Perrotta explores racing in Sicily.