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Big Brown, Eight Belles Spark Steroid Controversy

by Laura Gosselin | June 11th, 2008 | 2 Comments
It is said to help horses maintain a healthy appetite, and recover quickly from the daily wear and tear of racing. However, according to track veterinarian Larry Bramlage, the abuse by trainers of such drugs as Winstrol will inevitably … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 

Eight Belles: Kentucky Derby Filly Power

by Bodog Beat News Ticker | May 1st, 2008 | Add a comment
Eight Belles hopes to become the fourth filly to win the Kentucky Derby. (AP Images) Lately, the Kentucky Derby has lacked a woman’s touch. There hasn’t been a filly in the Derby field since 1999, when Excellent Meeting posted a fifth place finish while Three Ring placed 19th. And you’d have to go all the way back to 1988 for a female … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 

Eight Belles to Compete in Kentucky Derby

by Bodog Beat News Ticker | April 30th, 2008 | Add a comment
Eight Belles is entered in Friday’s Oaks. (AP Images) Rick Porter, owner of Eight Belles, made the decision to start his pride and joy in the Kentucky Derby after the Fantasy Stakes winner worked a rapid five furlongs over the Churchill Downs strip on Sunday. Eight Belles is entered in Friday’s Oaks, keeping her options open, and will be a prohibitive favorite … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 

Eight Belles Possible Derby Contender

by Bodog Beat News Ticker | April 16th, 2008 | 1 Comment
Eight Belles may run in both the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby. (AP Images) Eight Belles has two appointments in Kentucky, but she’ll only be able to make one. The question is, will she run in the Kentucky Oaks where she is considered a frontrunner, or will she gamble for glory in the Kentucky Derby? Unbeaten in four starts this year, Eight … Read More Read More