Oaklawn Barn Notes: Santana Jr. Back at Oaklawn

By Robert Yates —- Photo Credit: Coady Photography Santana Jr. Back at Oaklawn The trademark smile remains, but jockey Ricardo Santana’s return to Oaklawn comes with some notable changes since the 2021-2022 meeting began last December. Now 30, Santana said he’s no longer...
Posted On 14 Dec 2022
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Gulfstream: Undefeated Avow Faces Open Company in Wednesday Feature –

By David Joseph —- Luis Saez; Gulfstream Photo Undefeated Avow Faces Open Company in Wednesday Feature Defending Championship Meet Titlist Saez Wins 5 Sunday Wednesday’s Rainbow 6 Jackpot Pool Guaranteed at $350,000 HALLANDALE BEACH, FL — Bass Stables LLC’s Avow, a...
Posted On 12 Dec 2022
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Oaklawn Barn Notes: Moquett Wins 300th Race at Oaklawn

by Robert Yates —- Photo Credit: Coady Photography Moquett Wins 300th Race at Oaklawn Trainer Ron Moquett of Hot Springs became just the 14th trainer in history to reach 300 career victories at Oaklawn when he saddled Spurrier to win Saturday’s fifth race. Moquett, 51,...
Posted On 12 Dec 2022
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Aqueduct Racetrack Notes

NYRA PRESS OFFICE —- Betsy Blue garners 91BSF for Garland of Roses victory Hot Peppers targets G1 La Brea Venti Valentine could deliver early Christmas present for NY Final Furlong partners in $100K Bay Ridge Apprentice rider Madison Olver wins first race of career OZONE...
Posted On 12 Dec 2022
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Gulfstream: O’Connor, Simplification Breeze for Harlan’s Holiday (G3)

By David Joseph —- O’Connor, Simplification Breeze for Harlan’s Holiday (G3) $3 million Pegasus World Cup (G1) Goal for Both Horses HALLANDALE BEACH, FL – Fernando Vine Ode’s O’Connor tuned up for a much-anticipated start in the Dec. 31 Harlan’s Holiday Saturday morning,...
Posted On 11 Dec 2022
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Oaklawn Barn Notes: Tyler’s Tribe to Get Rest After Advent Third

By Robert Yates —- Tyler’s Tribe to Get Rest After Advent Third Iowa-bred sensation Tyler’s Tribe, who finished third as the heavy favorite in the $150,000 Advent Stakes for 2-year-olds Friday at Oaklawn, will receive a 30-day break after bleeding during the 5 ½-furlong...
Posted On 11 Dec 2022
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TAMPA BAY: R ADIOS JERSEY MAKES SUCCESSFUL RETURN

By Mike Henry —- R ADIOS JERSEY MAKES SUCCESSFUL RETURN; OCTANE UPSETS WILLY BOI OLDSMAR, FL. – When R Adios Jersey is at her best, it’s like watching poetry in motion. And although the 4-year-old filly might not have been 100-percent fit after a layoff of almost seven...
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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