On the Rise: Mary Eddy
In this monthly BH interview, Karen M. Johnson profiles young racing personalities.
Determined Stud Leads U.S. Buyers at Tattersalls Opener
Determined Stud's goal for the Tattersalls' December Mare Sale was to add elite European bloodlines it didn't already have as part of its burgeoning broodmare band. With the purchase of Australia mare White Caviar, that mission is accomplished.
Calandagan’s Half Sister Tops Day 1 of Tatts Mare Sale
Ace Stud went to 850,000gns for Overbury Stud's Caliyza, who hails from an Aga Khan Stud family that has garnered global headlines in recent days, as she is a half sister to none other than Japan Cup (G1) hero Calandagan.
Petit Appointed Head of AKTEM’s Bloodstock Team
AKTEM recently announced the launch of their new racehorse auction house in France, with its first sales scheduled for Feb. 2026. They have continued to build their team by welcoming Guy Petit as bloodstock director.
Ortiz Jr. Lands First Churchill Downs Riding Title
Jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. has quickly made a mark on the Kentucky horse racing circuit since shifting his tack from New York. The 33-year-old native of Puerto Rico secured his first Churchill Downs leading rider title with 46 wins through the…
G1s Stay in Antonoe's Family as Segesta Takes Matriarch
One day after her half brother, Salamis, won the Hollywood Derby (G1T), Segesta became a grade 1 winner herself when taking the $302,000 Matriarch Stakes (G1T) at Del Mar Nov. 29.
Unrivaled Time Takes Cecil B. DeMille Stakes
California-bred Unrivaled Time proved his class in the Cecil B. DeMille Stakes (G3T) Nov. 30 at Del Mar, winning the one-mile race by 3/4 lengths, and surviving a stewards inquiry.