Melbourne Cup Purse Increased; Payments Back to Last
The Melbourne Cup (G1) will be worth AU$10 million this November, up AU$1.3 million, with the changes primarily designed to reward connections of the runners who finish between 13th and last....
Keeneland Fall Meet Stakes Worth Record $10.85 Million
Keeneland will present the most lucrative stakes schedule for a racing season in track history when it awards $10.85 million for 22 stakes scheduled for the 17-day fall meet from Oct. 3-25....
Kornacki, Johnson to be Among Speakers at Round Table
The Jockey Club announces the speakers for its 73rd Annual Round Table Conference on Matters Pertaining to Racing, to be held July 31 at the Hall of Springs in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., at 10 a.m. ET....
BHA to Impose Strict Conditions on Murphy's License
Recently fined and banned from driving, Jockey Oisin Murphy is to have "incredibly strict" conditions placed on his license, the BHA revealed July 10....
Field of Gold, Ombudsman Vault to Top Slot in WBR
Through the first seven months of the year, there are three horses tied for the first slot on Longines World's Best Racehorse Rankings. Saudi Cup (G1) hero Forever Young has now been joined by Royal A...
Why Horse Barns Are Such A Great Place for Kids
A horse barn may not be the first place that comes to mind when considering ideal environments for kids, but for those who have experienced it, it’s clear: the barn is a place where children thrive....
Governor Sam Heads Weaver Trio in Quick Call Stakes
Although winless in two tries this year, the talented Governor Sam's race record and speed figures make him the horse to beat as he lines up for the $175,000 Quick Call Stakes (G3T) July 13 at Saratog...
Notable Speech Cuts Back for July Cup
William Buick hopes Notable Speech's high cruising speed will "give him every chance" when the Godolphin colt drops to six furlongs for the first time in the July 12 July Cup Stakes (G1) at Newmarket ...
Del Mar Tweaks Wagering Menu for Upcoming Summer Meet
A late pick 3 and late double will be offered this summer at Del Mar with a 15% takeout. The late pick 3 will have a $3 minimum, and the late double will have a $5 minimum....