REOPENING OF STABLE AREAS AT CHURCHILL DOWNS DELAYED AGAIN

By Darren Rogers —- LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Thursday, April 23, 2020) – Churchill Downs Racetrack announced today that it must delay the reopening of its stable areas at both Churchill Downs Racetrack and the auxiliary training center Trackside to at least Tuesday, May 5....
Posted On 23 Apr 2020
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Oaklawn Barn Notes: Champion Storm the Court Confirmed for Arkansas Derby

By Jennifer Hoyt —- Storm the Court; Benoit Photos Champion Storm the Court Confirmed for Arkansas Derby Southern California-based trainer Peter Eurton said Tuesday afternoon that he plans to have two entrants in the $750,000 Arkansas Derby (G1) May 2 at Oaklawn, including...
Posted On 22 Apr 2020
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Oaklawn Barn Notes: Wells Bayou and Warrior’s Charge Work for Cox

By Jennifer Hoyt —- Wells Bayou and Warrior’s Charge Work for Cox Two accomplished runners for trainer Brad Cox recorded workouts on an overcast Sunday morning at Oaklawn, including Louisiana Derby winner and Arkansas Derby candidate Wells Bayou. Wells Bayou breezed in...
Posted On 21 Apr 2020
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Belmont Park Notes

NYRA PRESS OFFICE —- Morrison barn ready to hit the ground running G2 Remsen-winner Shotski back in training; NY-bred Ilchester Cheetah under consideration for $100K Bachelor at Oaklawn Notables on the Belmont work tab ELMONT, N.Y. – Trainer John Morrison is keeping...
Posted On 21 Apr 2020
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CE CE, WHITMORE JOIN THE FRAY IN NTRA TOP THOROUGHBRED POLL

Alicia Hughes/NTRA —- CE CE, WHITMORE JOIN THE FRAY IN NTRA TOP THOROUGHBRED POLL; TIZ THE LAW HOLDS LEADS IN TOP 3-YEAR-OLD POLL LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 20, 2020) – Rising star Ce Ce and veteran Grade 1 winner Whitmore made the most of their respective opportunities this...
Posted On 21 Apr 2020
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Oaklawn: Bobby’s Wicked One looks to snap Whitmore’s Count Fleet Streak

By Rick Francis —- Whitmore looks for third Grade 3 Count Fleet victory; Oaklawn Photo Autumn Hill Farms 5-year-old son of Speightstown Bobby’s Wicked One looks to snap perennial Oaklawn favorite Whitmore’s win streak in the running of the Grade 3 Count Fleet,...
Posted On 17 Apr 2020
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Saturday’s Race Selections: Gulfstream Turf Races

By Rick Francis —- Gulfstream Park Post Time:(12:45)/11:45/10:45/ 9:45 ADVANCED FORECAST: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers, High 83, Low 79 Race 1) 1, 7, 11, 5 Race 3) 3, 6, 2, 8 Race 5) 11, 9, 10, 4 Race 7) 7, 1, 5, 6 Longshot 3 Race 9) 1 Mile. (Turf) ™OC...
Posted On 17 Apr 2020
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Grade 1 Apple Blossom, G3 Count Fleet Headline Oaklawn’s Saturday Card; Full card Selections

By Bob Hill Tracksideview Feature Writer —- Oaklawn Park Picks – April 18, 2020 The shortage of races, combined with an uncertain future, has given us outstanding fields for the Grade 3 Count Fleet Sprint Handicap and the Grade 1 Apple Blossom Handicap to be contested at...
Posted On 17 Apr 2020
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Oaklawn Barn Notes: Farmington Road and Taishan Targeting Arkansas Derby; Mr. Big News Undecided

By Jennifer Hoyt —- Farmington Road and Taishan Targeting Arkansas Derby; Mr. Big News Undecided The top three finishers in last Saturday’s $200,000 Oaklawn Stakes receive automatic berths into the Arkansas Derby. While next-race plans are pending for the winner, Mr. Big...
Posted On 16 Apr 2020
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A Letter to Breeders’ Cup Fans

From Drew Fleming —- To the fans and supporters of Breeders’ Cup, The health and safety of the racing community, including its athletes, fans and workers, has always been Breeders’ Cup’s top priority. As we collectively navigate this uncharted and difficult time, I want to...
Posted On 16 Apr 2020
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