Riding the wave of Thoroughbred horse racing
Coady Photography The Japan-based UAE Derby (UAE-II) winner Lani, training for a start in the May 7th Kentucky Derby (gr. I) at Churchill Downs, went slowly in his first timed workout over the track on the morning of April 20th. The son of Tapit … Continued
Coady Photography/Churchill Downs The once-beaten Louisiana Derby (gr. II) winner Gun Runner turned in an eye-catching workout on April 18th at Churchill Downs, breezing five furlongs in a bullet 1:00 flat with regular rider Florent Geroux in the saddle. Preparing for a start … Continued
Coady Photography Whichever horse wins the Kentucky Derby (gr. I) on May 7th could be in for a challenge when they get to Pimlico for the Preakness Stakes (gr. I) two weeks later, because given how impressive Stradivari was while winning an allowance race at … Continued
Breeders’ Cup Photo © Exciting news! The fourth foal out of 2010 Horse of the Year Zenyatta has been born at Lane’s End Farm! The foal is a colt by War Front, a successful stallion known for siring talented runners capable of winning on … Continued
Breeders’ Cup Photo © Check out this slideshow of prominent contenders for the 2016 Kentucky Oaks! If you enjoyed this slideshow, be sure to sign up for email newsletters and special offers from The Turf Board! Also, if you’re a fan … Continued
Photo By Amanda Hodges Weir/Hodges Photography Check out this slideshow of photos from Louisiana Derby Preview Day at Fair Grounds, featuring photos of Gun Runner, Chocolate Ride, Majestic Harbor, and more! If you enjoyed this article, be sure to sign … Continued
Breeders’ Cup Photo © The results are in! After polling a wide range of horse racing enthusiasts, including writers, handicappers, and fans, the results of The Turf Board’s poll to determine the Top 10 U.S.-based Racehorses from 2000-2015 have been compiled! I would … Continued
© Benoit Photo When a champion racehorse returns from a long layoff, you cross your fingers and hope for the best, but until they actually race and prove themselves to be just as good as ever, there’s always a question mark–will they … Continued
© Benoit Photo On Saturday at Santa Anita, 2014 Horse of the Year California Chrome made a successful return to the races in the San Pasqual Stakes (gr. II), winning by 1 1/4 lengths over a talented field. Check out this slideshow of … Continued
Breeders’ Cup Photo © 2015 was a spectacular year in racing, with star horses achieving remarkable accomplishments from coast to coast. Relive this great year by viewing this slideshow of the great horses that made it all possible! If you enjoyed this article, be … Continued