Royal Ascot Betting World Pool Up 10% From 2024
World Pool bet types for Royal Ascot 2025 were up 10% on 2024, rising to $200.58 million for the five days.
It's Redemption Time for Thorpedo Anna in Fleur de Lis
June 28 at Churchill Downs could be redemption day for 2024 Horse of the Year Thorpedo Anna in the $500,000 Fleur de Lis Stakes (G2).
Saudi Crown, Banishing Square Off in Hanshin Stakes
Fresh off a nose victory over 2024 Kentucky Derby (G1) winner Mystik Dan in the May 3 Lake Ouachita Stakes at Oaklawn Park, Saudi Crown pursues a second consecutive stakes victory in the $300,000 Hanshin Stakes June 29 at Churchill…
O'Neill Ships Pair for Bashford Manor, Debutante
A pair of $225,000 listed stakes for 2-year-olds are among the highlights of the June 29 card at Churchill Downs, which features five stakes races.
Positive Buildup to Karaka Weanling Sale
The one-day auction features 118 Thoroughbreds after withdrawals including weanlings by a host of proven and emerging sires, with opportunities for pinhookers and end users alike.
Arqana Unveils Quality Catalog for August Yearling Sale
The catalog for Arqana's flagship August Yearling Sale was released June 25, and features 307 yearlings. One of the many notable offerings is Haras de Beaufay's St Mark's Basilica half brother to Coventry Stakes (G2) winner Rashabar.
Retired From Training, Flint Still in Racing as Owner
Flint completed his training career officially with 3,551 victories, which ranks No. 28 all time in North America. That includes 501 at Churchill Downs, at the time making him the sixth trainer to reach 500 under the twin spires.
Booth Aims to Extend Winning Streak in Kelly's Landing
Booth seeks his fifth straight win and fourth straight grade 3 victory in the $250,000 Kelly's Landing Stakes (G3) at Churchill Downs June 28.
At a Glance Look at Wise Dan Stakes
America's Best Racing takes a look at competitive group of nine turf horses ages 4 and older are set to face off in the Wise Dan Stakes (G2T) June 28 at Churchill Downs.
New Vet Inspection Rules to Begin July 1 in Kentucky
The Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation announced amendments to its veterinary examination rules June 25, to take effect July 1, two days before the opening of Ellis Park's summer meeting.