Champion Steeplechaser Snap Decision Retired at Age 11
Snap Decision, the champion steeplechase horse of 2024 and the second-leading earner in United States steeplechase history, has been retired by owner Bruton Street-US and trainer Jack Fisher.
Woodbine Moves Up Post Times Nov. 21-22
To better accommodate extra races to be run following recent weather cancellations, Woodbine has moved up the first post time for their Nov. 21-22 cards.
Churchill Downs Unveils Art of Kentucky Derby 152
Churchill Downs Racetrack has revealed the official mint julep glass and "Art of the Kentucky Derby" for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby (G1). Both were designed by Kentucky native Grayson Reynolds.
Dominant Maryland Sire Great Notion Pensioned
Great Notion, a 25-year-old son of Elusive Quality, is an eight-time leading sire in Maryland. He has been pensioned at Northview Stallion Station, his home for more than two decades.
Del Mar Cancels Nov. 21 Card Due to Expected Rain
With heavy rain in the forecast, Del Mar announced they will cancel the Nov. 21 card and add a race day Nov. 24.
Retired Jockey, Racing Official Shaw Dies at 95
Frank Shaw, 95, of Rumford, R.I., who worked in several pursuits in horse racing throughout his life, died Oct. 30.
Torres Another New Addition to Oaklawn Jockey Colony
Preakness Stakes (G1)-winning jockey Jaime Torres is the latest to join the Oaklawn Park jockey colony this winter, adding his name to the list of new faces for one of racing's most lucrative meets.
New Bay Filly Tops Day 3 of Goffs November Foal Sale
The 169 foals sold Nov. 19 brought turnover of €18,359,000, which was almost identical to 12 months ago, the average price dipped by 5% at €108,635, and the median was down 3% at €78,000.
CA Breeding Incentives Aimed at Reversing Contraction
Speaking before the CHRB during its Nov. 19 meeting in Sacramento, Calif., an executive from the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association spotlighted three incentives aimed at reversing years of contraction in the state's breeding industry.
Nevada Beach Towers Over Native Diver Foes
Returning from a seventh-place finish in the Breeders' Cup Classic (G1), Nevada Beach towers over four foes in the $100,000 Native Diver Stakes (G3) at Del Mar Nov. 22.