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Top 5 Horse Racing Stories of 2008

by Elizabeth Fairview | January 1st, 2009 | Add a comment
1. Big Brown finishes last in the Belmont Stakes. After big victories in the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, Big Brown fails to win the Triple Crown with a poor performance in the Belmont. 2. Curlin finishes fourth in the Breeders’ … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Curtain Call for Curlin at Churchill Downs

by Jake Gosselin | November 28th, 2008 | Add a comment
This weekend marks both an end and a beginning for North America’s highest earning horse, as he is set to take his curtain call this Saturday. Curlin, the reigning horse of the year, will make his final parade performance before … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Assmunssen Says Curlin Out of Clark Handicap

by Elizabeth Fairview | November 20th, 2008 | Add a comment
After Curlin’s majority owner, Jess Jackson announced the Horse of the Year would be retiring after this year, trainer Steve Assmussen has ruled out the possibility of Curlin running in the Clark Handicap at Churchill Downs on November 28. “It’s not happening,” … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Curlin Worth $20 Million

by Elizabeth Fairview | November 17th, 2008 | Add a comment
Initially purchased for just $57K, Curlin is now worth a ton of cash – $20 million to be exact. A Throughbred appraiser recently set Curlin’s worth at $20 million and also recommended that Curlin should be consolidated under primary owner … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Jess Jackson Looking to Gain Full Control of Curlin

by Elizabeth Fairview | November 14th, 2008 | Add a comment
Jess Jackson is looking to gain full control of the reigning Horse of the Year, Curlin, and is currently in private negotiations to buy out the remaining 20% minority interest in the horse. Jackson’s Stonestreet Stables currently controls the majority … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
2008 Breeders' Cup

2008 Breeders' Cup Review

by Patricia Woo | October 30th, 2008 | Add a comment
The two-day Breeders’ Cup World Championships kicked off on Friday, Oct. 24 with Ventura prevailing over favorite Indian Blessing in the Filly & Mare Sprint. Maram and Stardom Bound won their respective Juvenile divisions, and Forever Together rallied late to … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
Breeders Cup

Raven's Pass Wins Breeders' Cup Classic

by Austin Kent | October 25th, 2008 | Add a comment
After weeks of anticipation, the Breeders’ Cup Classic has finally come and gone, and a shocking victor has emerged on top of the field. This year’s Breeders’ Cup Classic winner is Raven’s Pass. With a winning time of 1:59.27, Raven’s Pass managed … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
Casino Drive

Breeders' Cup Today on ABC and ESPN – Bet Now!

by Austin Kent | October 25th, 2008 | Add a comment
With just hours before Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup races are set to take place, fans await the busy schedule and the Breeders’ Cup Classic that headlines the agenda. Joining the legendary Curlin in the 6:45 p.m. (EST) Classic are contenders Casino Drive, … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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2008 Breeders' Cup Betting Odds

by Elizabeth Fairview | October 24th, 2008 | Add a comment
The 2008 Breeders’ Cup will see 14 races over two days where the top horses from around the globe will  compete on grass and dirt and in sprints and mile-and-a-half marathons. The grand finale, so to speak, is the $5 … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
Breeders' Cup

Could Curlin Be Ripe for a Breeders' Cup Upset?

by Elizabeth Fairview | October 23rd, 2008 | Add a comment
If we’ve learned anything from Big Brown – it’s that nothing is ever a done deal. Going into this year’s 2008 Breeders’ Cup, Curlin is the overwhelming favorite to win the Classic. If he successfully defends his 2007 victory, Curlin … Read More Read More