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By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Percy's Bar (Upstart) parlayed her four-length victory at first-asking into another stylish performance here to win the Debutante Stakes at Churchill Downs. A winner on debut at this past spring meet at Keeneland, she came into this race with a strong series of morning works under rider Luan Machado. Made a 3-1 shot with some tough company to contend with here, she watched the race unfold after the break behind a :21.29 opening quarter. Making an eye-catching sweep through the turn, she sailed by her rivals and rolled away from them all to win easily. Jaboss (Classic Empire) claimed second while 'TDN Rising Star' Color Comin' In (Rock Your World) picked up third. Percy's Bar's dam is a half-sister to GISP Defense Wins (Flatter) and GSP Dawn's Charm (Hard Spun). This is the immediate female family of MGSW Tasha's Miracle (Harlan's Holiday). Sales history: $52,000 Ylg '24 KEESEP. O-Hat Creek Racing; B-Brereton C. Jones; T-Ben Colebrook. The post Upstart’s Percy’s Bar Much the Best in the Debutante appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Following the news of his passing, tributes to legendary trainer D. Wayne Lukas poured in from across the industry Sunday. “A four-time winner of the Kentucky Derby, today we lost one of the great champions of Churchill Downs and one of the most significant figures in Thoroughbred racing over the last 50 years. We will miss his humor, his wisdom and his unmatched capacity to thrill the fans with the performances of his horses on our sport's biggest days.” Bill Carstanjen, CEO of Churchill Downs Incorporated “D. Wayne Lukas was a legend–a masterful trainer with passion, attention to detail and a tireless pursuit of success, as well as a mentor whose barn produced a number of racing's most successful trainers. His impact at Keeneland–where he was a presence for nearly 50 years–is not likely to be seen again. “Since buying his first horse here in 1977, he influenced yearling sales through his emphasis on conformation and body type, while affecting the way horses were bred and prepped to produce yearlings that would appeal to him. After Wayne won his first Keeneland race in 1980, he set numerous records during our Spring and Fall Meets and across the country with a powerful stable of runners, many of which he and his clients had purchased here. “On behalf of Keeneland, we extend our deepest condolences to Wayne's wife, Laurie, and his entire family.” Shannon Arvin, Keeneland President and CEO “The Maryland Jockey Club mourns the loss of legendary trainer D. Wayne Lukas, a true titan of Thoroughbred racing. His unmatched accomplishments, unwavering dedication, and enduring influence on the sport have left an indelible mark on racing history. With seven wins in the Preakness Stakes, D. Wayne was not only a champion on the track, but a mentor and inspiration to generations of horsemen and women. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the entire racing community. His legacy will forever be part of Maryland Racing and the Preakness Stakes.” Bill Knauf, President and General Manager of TMJC “Along with the Thoroughbred racing community, the team at Breeders' Cup Limited mourns the passing of Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas. “From the inaugural 1984 running of the Breeders' Cup World Championships, where he saddled three starters, to the 2024 edition, where he sent out his last Breeders' Cup contender, Wayne set the bar with his constant pursuit of the pinnacle of our great sport. “At the time of his passing, he held the record for most Breeders' Cup wins by a trainer with 20, an achievement matched in 2024 by Aidan O'Brien. For 14 years, from 1983 to 1997, he was the trainer with the most Breeders' Cup earnings. His record stands at $22,760,520, with a 20-22-17 record from 169 starters. “Not only did Wayne leave his mark on the Breeders' Cup and the sport of Thoroughbred racing with his innovative training approach, but his legacy continues through the many horsemen who came up under his astute guidance before finding tremendous success on their own. The dedication, discipline, passion, and insight with which he ran his operation will serve as an inspiration for many generations. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and entire team during this difficult time.” Breeders' Cup Limited “The Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association joins with our colleagues across the country and the entire racing community in mourning the passing of one of the most iconic and influential horsemen in our sport's history–D. Wayne Lukas. “Much has already been said and written about his extraordinary life, but simply put, he was a transformational figure in the modern era of Thoroughbred racing. His competitive spirit, professionalism, and unmatched record of success made him a household name well beyond the racetrack–one of the few in our industry recognized across all of sports. “Coach was a horseman of remarkable skill and unwavering integrity. He never courted controversy, once saying, “Just tell me the rules and I'll follow them.” That philosophy, paired with his drive and vision, helped shape generations of horses, horsemen, and fans. “It is difficult to imagine a Triple Crown or Breeders' Cup without his presence. “We extend our deepest condolences to his family and all those who had the privilege of learning from and working alongside him.” Alan M. Foreman, Chairman/CEO Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association “Our thoughts are with the Lukas family and the countless others that have been fortunate enough to know the Coach. “It is hard to imagine Thoroughbred racing without the presence of D. Wayne Lukas. His passion for the sport was unparalleled, and his legacy will live on in the champions he trained and the numerous men and women he mentored along the way. His horsemanship reshaped the sport, and his impact will be felt for generations to come. If there's a Mount Rushmore of horse trainers, D. Wayne Lukas is on it.” Tom Rooney, President and CEO of National Thoroughbred Racing Association “1/ST joins the entire Thoroughbred community in mourning the loss of Hall of Fame legend D. Wayne Lukas. With a career that spanned seven decades and redefined excellence, Wayne stood as a true icon of the sport. “Throughout his storied career, Wayne's notable accomplishments included: 20 Breeders' Cup victories, including the 1999 Breeders' Cup Classic at Gulfstream Park with Cat Thief; 15 Triple Crown race winners, including seven Preakness Stakes triumphs; Four Santa Anita Derby wins at Santa Anita Park; Two Florida Derby wins at Gulfstream Park; In 2024, at 88 years old, he became the oldest trainer ever to win a Triple Crown race, securing the 149th Preakness Stakes with Seize the Grey. “Beyond the victories and trophies, Mr. Lukas inspired generations with his relentless work ethic, sharp eye for talent, and unwavering belief in what was possible. His legacy lives on, not only in the horses he trained and the records he broke, but also in the many horsemen and women he mentored and elevated along the way. 1/ST Racing “D. Wayne Lukas's vision and creativity transformed horse racing forever. He achieved success on a scale without precedent and developed a generation of trainers who continue to shape the future of the sport. New York's racing community and fans will miss Wayne, and we look forward to celebrating his life and legacy this summer at Saratoga Race Course.” David O'Rourke, NYRA President & CEO “Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and the countless lives he touched. Though we've lost a legend, the sport he shaped remains richer for his presence, and his rich legacy will endure. “The impact D. Wayne Lukas had on the sport of Thoroughbred racing is one that cannot be encapsulated by words alone. He revolutionized his craft more than any individual in modern times and is directly responsible for the ideologies carried by many of the top horsemen who dominate the industry today. His presence and wisdom transcended any space he entered, be it the racetrack, the winner's circle, or the public auction arena. “He forever changed the industry and, most importantly, he indelibly changed lives. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who loved him. Ocala Breeders' Sales Company “D. Wayne Lukas was a legendary trainer, mentor, and a dear friend. His integrity, passion, and devotion to his horses inspired everyone around him. I'll always be grateful for the time we shared. The Kentucky Derby Museum mourns with his family and with the entire racing community, and we are honored to be forever connected to Wayne's legacy.” Patrick Armstrong, Kentucky Derby Museum President & CEO The post Industry Pays Tribute to D. Wayne Lukas appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
Yes 'I'm TheMightyQuinn' one of the All time greats in Interdominion History . One of many great NZ bred or ex-pat magnificent standardbreds that went on to be the Champion of 2 Nations by winning the Interdominion . along with greats like Village Kid , My Lightning Blue, Our Sir Vancelot and more. we barely scratched the surface of some great horses in this Comp so far..... but we can declare Rangatira the Winner in a runaway victory , from TAB4ever in the first half of the Comp. They will earn a few bonus points for the second half of the Comp . ( that will be on a new thread ) for their support on this thread. I thank them for their support. Ranga 10 points. TABman 5 points from this thread. In a few hours FINAL ACCEPTANCES are declared for INTERDOMINION 2025 at Brisbane 's fabulous track at Albion Park . The 2nd half of the Comp will see a BOAY INTERDOMINION DRAFT. Details coming soon !!!! , but the BOAY Contestants will have a Drafted Team of 5 horses Each ( composed of 3 Pacers and 2 trotters each ) to cheer through the next 3 Saturday nights . Draft nights are Wedneday Thursday , Friday evenings this week. FINISHING with the BOAY Interdominion Champion Winner on JUly 19th Interdom Grand Final night. Keep your next THREE Saturday Nights FREE gentlemen , to Enjoy the action . -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
They got just four horses for the $100,000 Los Alamitos Derby Saturday, hardly a surprise since most stakes run at Los Al wind up with depressingly small fields. The Ashley T. Cole S. at Aqueduct attracted a field of five. At Laurel, the Deputed Testamony drew five starters and so did the Alma North S. Only four ran in the DeFrancis Memorial Dash. At least Laurel had an excuse as a number of horses expected to be shipping down from New York had to be scratched because of the quarantine situation at the NYRA tracks. This was not an aberration. Every weekend, you find dirt stakes races with fields of four and five. And no one is having a harder time attracting big fields to its dirt stakes than NYRA. Since Jan. 1, NYRA has run 18 stakes on the dirt that had fields of five or fewer. That doesn't count two grass stakes, the GII Man o'War S and the GII Fort Marcy S., both of which drew five horses. Plenty of other tracks, especially Santa Anita, are having similar problems. The problem, everyone seems to think, is that with the foal crop dropping each year there are not enough good horse to go around to fill all the stakes. That's absolutely true. But there's another way of looking at it–there needs to be a substantial cut in the number stakes that are offered to even things out. When was the last time a track announced that it was cutting five or six stakes from its schedule? Take the Tremont S. and the Astoria S., run this year during the Belmont Festival at Saratoga. The Tremont had a field of five and the Astoria also had five horses. The Tremont was first run in 1887. The race was not held from 2009-2013, but returned in 2014. In the 11 runnings since (the Tremont was not run in 2020), the race has averaged 6.09 starters. There have been three four-horse fields and one five-horse field. It's a race that no longer fits the needs of New York horsemen. They are not getting their juveniles geared up until Saratoga and a stakes races in June for 2-year-olds comes way too early for most. The same can be said for the Astoria, which was also not held from 2009-2013. The purse for both races is $150,000. It would be one thing if these races were won by New York horses. But they are not. Out-of-town trainers know that they can pick up an easy and lucrative stakes win because it's unlikely that any of New York's top stables will have 2-year-olds ready this early. Of the 11 runnings of the Tremont since 2014, eight have been won by trainers who do not regularly race in New York. Would anyone miss the Tremont S.? No. So why keep running a race year after year that attracts small fields and is won by horses more likely to become claimers than graded stakes winners some day? Would anybody miss the Ladies S. or the Top Flight S., two races this year that drew fields of four? Several of these stakes races should be discontinued and don't be afraid to slash more prestigious races (e.g the GII Woodward). If a race can't average at least seven starters a year, its future needs to be questioned. You might also want to get TOBA involved. Two races, both run at nine furlongs on the dirt, both with purses of $500,000. Should they be given the same grade if one race attracts 12 runners and the other just five? Many of these are races designed to fit another era, when 40,000 or more horses were foaled each year in the U.S. The number is down to 16,675 and it's just going to continue to get smaller every year. Take the savings you'll get when cutting stakes races and either add the money to overnight purses or raise the purse of stakes that traditionally draw big, quality fields. Mindframe Goes to the Head of the Class Churchill Downs put together a spectacular card Saturday, highlighted by the GI Stephen Foster S. The six horses who ran had earned a combined $22 million. Going in it looked like whoever won the race would be considered the top older dirt male in training. And it was Mindframe (Constitution), who scored a decisive win over 2024 GI Breeders' Cup Classic winner Sierra Leone (Gun Runner). Co-owner Mike Repole was predictably effusive, going to X to sing the praises of his classy colt. “Yesterday was an amazing day!!!!! Mindframe is a SUPERstar,” he wrote. “Winning back-to-back Grade Is, one sprinting at 7f and one at the 1 1/8 distance… I'm not sure of the last horse that has accomplished that feat.” This is a terrific group of older horses and the race didn't include GI Metropolitan H. winner Raging Torrent (Maximus Mischief) or Met Mile runner-up and Mindframe's stablemate Fierceness (City of Light). The Aug. 2 GI Whitney S. at Saratoga promises to be a fabulous race. The Old Man Comes up Just Short at Evangeline How can you not like Don'task Don'ttell (To Honor and Serve)? Now 11, he finished second in a $15,000 claimer Saturday night at Evangeline Downs. It was his 62nd start and the 38th time he's finished in the top three. He's won 21 times, 19 of the wins coming on the grass. “He is a cool horse,” trainer Eric Nelson, Jr. said. “He's bounced around and Steve Asmussen had him most of the time. But I think whatever barns he's been in, he's been taken care of. It's just fun to watch him run. When you see him you wouldn't say, 'Wow, this horse is really ready to run.' He's just there. When it's time to run, though, he's all business.” In many states there is an age restriction in place. For instance, in New York, no horse can race once they turn 10. Nelson said he's not sure what the rule is in Louisiana. “I don't have a lot of owners or money behind me. I have to take care of what I have,” Nelson said. “I have retired plenty over the years. If it ever comes a time where it's not fair to the horse to keep running him, he can move on to another career.” Nelson says that not everyone thinks it's such a good idea to keep this horse running at this age. “A lot of people say it's cruel to keep running him,” Nelson said. “But I've seen a lot of people retire them on a farm, and they're no longer in their everyday-routine that they had at the barn. They no longer have people rubbing them and bathing them and feeding them and spoiling them. They are herd animals and with some, when you get them out of the routine, for the first little they're thrilled to be out in a pasture and then all of a sudden they get bored and get depressed.” Nelson doesn't see any signs of the horse slowing down. “He's done everything I asked of him and he's showed no signs of any decline,” he said. “I think he loves his job and he looks forward to going out there in the morning and training. He's enjoying his life. We take good care of him. I think he can win another race or two this year. The guy [Stacy Kent Lewis] that owns him, he's not in this for the money. He's in it because he loves racing. He claimed a 10-year-old for $20,000, and not many people are going to do that. Whenever it's time, we'll find him a place to go. I hope he goes to a young girl who will spoil him to death.” The post The Week in Review: There are Just Too Many Stakes Races appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
The Maryland-bred was 8-1 when the gates opened, but Romeo (Honor A.P.) was not going to let anyone go by him late as he gamely kicked home to win the Bashford Manor Stakes on closing day at Churchill Downs. Out of the gate well to make it three in a line for the lead with Comport (Collected) and Spice Runner (Gun Runner), Romeo overtook that pair entering the turn and was in command as they hit the top of the lane. Comport made a run at that one in mid-stretch but Romeo would not be denied despite drifting out late. Password (Uncle Mo) would come on late to claim third. Jockey Xavier Perez was making his first ever start at Churchill Downs, and broke his own maiden of sorts in the race. The final time of 1:08.61 was a stakes record. The post Honor A.P.’s Romeo Game in the Lane to Take Bashford Manor appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article
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