Louisiana Champions Day Recaps — Set-Hut’s Touchuponastar Ascends to Win the Classic

By Kevin Kilroy/Joe Kristufek —- Set-Hut’s Touchuponastar Ascends to Win the Louisiana Champions Day Classic NEW ORLEANS, La. (December 10, 2022) – The commanding speed in the $150,000 Louisiana Champions Day Classic, Set-Hut’s Touchuponastar overcame a slow break to lead...
Posted On 11 Dec 2022
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Gulfstream News & Notes: Malleymoo Set for U.S. Debut in Saturday’s Wait a While

By David Joseph —- Gulfstream News & Notes Malleymoo Set for U.S. Debut in Saturday’s Wait a While Delight Seeks Breeders’ Cup Rebound on New Turf Saturday’s Rainbow 6 Jackpot Pool Guaranteed at $250,000 Irad Ortiz Jr, Tyler Gaffalione in Action Saturday Favor Returns...
Posted On 10 Dec 2022
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Oaklawn Barn Notes: The “Ring the Bell” Program Returns to Oaklawn to Benefit Aftercare

By Robert Yates —- The “Ring the Bell” Program Returns to Oaklawn to Benefit Aftercare After some test rings last spring, Oaklawn’s fund-raising efforts for local Thoroughbred aftercare began in earnest Friday afternoon with the opening of its scheduled 68-day live racing...
Posted On 10 Dec 2022
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TAMPA BAY: BOOT BARN TRAINER OF MONTH DELGADO, JOCK FERRER EACH WIN THREE

By Mike Henry —- OLDSMAR, FL. – When it comes to preparing his horses for their best effort in a race, Jorge Delgado doesn’t play favorites. “I spend 6 or 7 hours a night sometimes on the computer, trying to find the best spots for each horse,” said the 32-year-old...
Posted On 10 Dec 2022
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Aqueduct Racetrack Notes

NYRA PRESS OFFICE —- Friday, December 9, 2022 Aqueduct Racetrack Notes Snicket back on short rest for $120K Garland of Roses; Drafted targets the $135K Gravesend Stakes-placed Macdonough ready for $500K NYSSS Great White Way Dr. Blute returns to action in $150K Alex M....
Posted On 10 Dec 2022
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OAKLAWN: COUNT DE MONET REMAINS UNDEFEATED WITH ADVENT UPSET

By Jennifer Hoyt —- Photo credit: Coady Photography COUNT DE MONET REMAINS UNDEFEATED WITH ADVENT UPSET HOT SPRINGS, AR (Friday, Dec. 9, 2022) – Charles Galli’s Count de Monet is now a perfect three for three after stalking the pace and then drawing clear to win the...
Posted On 10 Dec 2022
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After 31 Years, Who Stands Tallest on Louisiana Champions Day?

By Kevin Kilroy —- Photo of Star Guitar: Hodges Photography New Orleans, La (December 9, 2022) – This Saturday, Dec 10 will mark the 32nd edition of Louisiana Champions Day at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots. Beginning in 1991, the best horses, jockeys, and trainers...
Posted On 10 Dec 2022
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Oaklawn Barn Notes: Asmussen and Asmussen Set for Opening Weekend 12:01 PM

By Robert Yates —- Oaklawn Barn Notes by Robert Yates Thursday, December 08, 2022 Photo Credit: Coady Photography Asmussen and Asmussen Set for Opening Weekend Team Asmussen is scheduled to have fans seeing double in Friday’s first race at Oaklawn. Not only does Hall of...
Posted On 08 Dec 2022
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Gulfstream News & Notes: Jose Ortiz Gets Off to Fast Start at Gulfstream

By David Joseph —- Gulfstream News & Notes Jose Ortiz Gets Off to Fast Start at Gulfstream Defending Champion Abaan Tops 28 Noms to H. Allen Jerkens Change of Tactics, Company Prove Successful for Carabinero HALLANDALE BEACH, FL – Jockey Jose Ortiz got off to a quick...
Posted On 08 Dec 2022
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Saturday’s Champions Day — $850,000 in purses across eight stakes attracts Louisiana’s best Thoroughbreds and horsemen

By Kevin Kilroy —- After Dominating the Classic & Distaff Preps, Who Took the Money and A G’s Charlotte Have Louisiana Champions Day Encore on their Mind $850,000 in purses across eight stakes attracts Louisiana’s best Thoroughbreds and horsemen Photo: Hodges...
Posted On 08 Dec 2022
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