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Meadowlands Harness Had Surprising Payout Last Night

by Michelle da Silva, July 18th, 2008
 
In a surprising win 90/1 longshot Romantic Thriller won Race 6 at Meadowlands Harness yesterday. The horse was ridden by jockey Eric Goodell … Read More Read More
 

 
 
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Curlin, Steve Asmussen and Garrett Gomez Top Racing Leaderboard

by Michelle da Silva | July 17th, 2008 | Add a comment
The North American racing leaderboard has been dominated by winners from this year’s lucrative Dubai World Cup card, but some new players have started to make their way up the distinctive rankings. Curlin’s recent turf defeat in the Man O’War Handicap … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Breeders' Cup Hopeful Surf Cat Starts in San Diego Handicap at Del Mar

by Michelle da Silva | July 17th, 2008 | Add a comment
A large contingent of Breeders’ Cup hopefuls will make appearances during the ever-popular Del Mar meeting in Southern California over the coming weeks. Saturday’s Del Mar feature, the Gr. 2 San Diego Handicap at 1 1/16 miles on the Polytrack, has … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
Del Mar Race Track

Del Mar Racetrack Kicks Off Summer Racing Season

by Laura Gosselin | July 16th, 2008 | Add a comment
The summer racing season is finally upon us and at least 500,000 horse enthusiasts, racing fans and parter-goers are expected to descend on Del Mar Racetrack in northern San Diego County to get in on the festivities. This will be the … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Hystericalady Wins Delaware Handicap

by Laura Gosselin | July 15th, 2008 | Add a comment
The 1 1/4-mile race was the longest in Hystericalady’s career, but that didn’t stop the mare from edging out the competition to win the the Grade 2, $1-million Delaware Handicap by 4 lengths on Sunday. “I think she surely is one … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Red Rocks Defeats Curlin at Man o' War

by Laura Gosselin | July 14th, 2008 | Add a comment
The Horse of the Year, Curlin, did not win his turf test at the Man o’ War Stakes. Curlin, the best dirt horse was defeated by Red Rocks at Saturday’s $500,000 Man o’ War Stakes (G1) at Belmont Park. Curlin’s people … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Unbridled Belle to Defend Delaware Handicap Title

by Laura Gosselin | July 10th, 2008 | Add a comment
This Sunday at Delaware Park, Unbridled Belle is looking to experience Déjà vu with a back to back win in the Delaware Handicap. Last year she won the 1 1/4 mile race by 7 3/4 lengths, the largest winning margin … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Breeders' Cup Contenders Watch

by Laura Gosselin | July 10th, 2008 | Add a comment
Before you know it, the Breeders’ Cup will be upon us, which will culminate in the 1 1/4-mile dirt run for a $5 million purse. Last year’s winner, Curlin, will this year face Kentucky Derby winner who suffered a dramatic Triple … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Trainer Aiden O'Brien Has Several Starters for Breeders' Cup

by Michelle da Silva | July 10th, 2008 | Add a comment
Irish conditioner Aiden O’Brien is poised to make a lasting impression at this year’s Breeders’ Cup. Europe’s leading trainer and conditioner of the powerful Ballydoyle Stable has the option of starting several horses in the Breeders’ Cup at Santa Anita … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Benny the Bull Stars in Summit of Speed on Saturday

by Michelle da Silva | July 10th, 2008 | Add a comment
Calder Racecourse presents its “Summit of Speed” card on Saturday, showcasing some of the fastest Thoroughbreds on the continent. Six stakes races, four of them with graded status, will go at six furlongs with purses of over $1.3 million offered … Read More Read More