As the excitement builds for the Kentucky Derby, attention turns to the trailblazing horses aiming to secure their spots in this prestigious race. On Monday, three key contenders worked at tracks across the country, including two entrants for Saturday’s Smarty Jones Stakes at Oaklawn. Let’s dive into the highlights. Kale’s Angel: The Rising Star Kale’s … Read more
The road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby is heating up as six promising 2-year-old racehorses trained this past Sunday to prepare for their upcoming races. Among them is Barnes, a standout colt already making headlines for his impressive debut win. Let’s dive into the updates on each horse and what their performances might mean for … Read more
The road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby is heating up as young horses start preparing for the big race. This week, seven potential Derby contenders took to the track for workouts, showing off their skills and progress. Among them, Patch Adams, trained by Brad Cox, turned heads with a strong performance at Payson Park. Here’s … Read more
The road to the Kentucky Derby is heating up as promising contenders gear up for the big race. East Avenue, a standout colt, recently completed his second workout since competing in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile. Let’s dive into his progress and the updates on other Derby hopefuls preparing for their chance at glory. East Avenue’s … Read more
The 2025 Kentucky Derby is looking brighter for Coal Battle, as he wins his second consecutive prep race for the prestigious event. On January 4, 2025, Coal Battle dominated the Smarty Jones Stakes at Oaklawn Park, showcasing a powerful front-running performance. His impressive victory added 10 points to his Kentucky Derby qualification total, setting him … Read more
As the new year begins, some of the top names in horse racing are back in training. Among them is Eclipse Award winner Just F Y I, who has started preparing for her 4-year-old debut. Several graded stakes winners and a Kentucky Derby hopeful also logged notable workouts to kick off 2025. Just F Y … Read more
Trainer José D’Angelo has made a name for himself in 2024, standing out as one of the top trainers in the U.S. and Canada. This holiday week, he’s in the spotlight again, showcasing two star horses in major races. From Bentornato competing in the Malibu Stakes to Twirling Queen taking on the Abundantia Stakes, here’s … Read more
Santa Anita’s opening day featured thrilling victories and remarkable moments, with several standout performances in the Grade 2 and Grade 1 races. From Johannes’s impressive win in the San Gabriel Stakes to history-making achievements by jockey Flavien Prat, it was an unforgettable day at the track. Here’s a roundup of the major events that took … Read more
Jockey Luis Antonio Gonzalez faced suspension for not riding his horse to the finish line during a race at Mahoning Valley on Thursday. This incident has drawn attention from fans and officials alike, as it highlights the importance of perseverance in competitive horse racing. Below, we break down the key points of the event and … Read more
With the 2025 Pegasus World Cup right around the corner, many top horses are gearing up for a strong start to the year. Among them is Formidable Man, a Grade 1 winner preparing for his upcoming race. Along with Formidable Man, several other graded-stakes winners have been busy on the workout track. These horses are … Read more