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It’s been a frustrating week for the thoroughbred racing industry, with four race meeting abandonments in as many days. Pukekohe’s Wednesday meeting was abandoned and transferred to Sunday following issues with transporting the starting gates to the South Auckland meeting, while Hawke’s Bay’s meeting on Thursday and New Plymouth and Rotorua’s meetings on Saturday were abandoned due to deteriorating track conditions as a result of adverse weather. An investigation is currently underway into the cause of Wednesday’s abandonment at Pukekohe, with Northern Raceday Services looking into a contingency plan around vehicle breakdown. “The disruption on Wednesday was due to an unforeseen issue with a fuel pressure valve on our towing truck en route to Pukekohe Park,” Northern Raceday Services said in a statement. “Despite our rigorous maintenance schedule, the fault could not have been anticipated. In our 47 years of operation, covering hundreds of race meetings and trials, this is the first time breakdown has prevented us from fulfilling our duties. “We are acutely aware of the impact this has had on all stakeholders and an investigation is underway to clearly identify the cause and to implement measures to prevent such incidents in the future.” New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing’s chief operating officer Darin Balcombe said Wednesday’s abandonment was an extremely rare case, but it has prompted the industry to further investigate their starting gate delivery protocols. “I know the starting gates have been operating for 47 years and it is the first time that (vehicle breakdown resulting in meeting abandonment) has occurred,” Balcombe said. “They are a specialist vehicle that tow those gates, so you just can’t hook on a truck and move on. It is very unfortunate with that one, we have asked them (Northern Raceday Services) to look at their contingencies and see what they can do and whether there is a possibility of delivering the gates the day before just to make sure we don’t end up in the same situation.” Balcombe said the industry has progressed to having starting gates permanently based at the major tracks in the country to help mitigate transport issues. “We have got them (starting gates) at all of our main tracks now, so they don’t have to travel,” he said. “With the Te Rapa gates, we might move their other set to Matamata, which would be another track then which doesn’t have to travel.” Severe rainfall led to the three other abandonments this week and Balcombe said the silver lining of each situation was that decisions were made early on, prior to most trainers transporting their horses to each venue. “At Hawke’s Bay on Thursday, more rain than forecast fell the night before and there was surface water on the track, so the decision was made nice and early so people didn’t leave home, in the main,” Balcombe said. “We had about three horses that were on track from Auckland, other than that the rest of them hadn’t travelled. So that was pleasing that the decision was made nice and early. “Rotorua (on Saturday) was fairly straight forward. There was surface water on the track, so an early decision was made to call that one. “At New Plymouth, we had a horse gallop around there this (Saturday) morning. The Stewards rang me just after 6am and were very concerned that the track was water-logged, and the horses were getting in really deep into the track and it was forecast to rain through to lunchtime. “The prudent call was to call the meeting off at that stage for horse and rider welfare, and the high possibility of visibility issues through the day. “There is no greater drain on the industry than sending horses to the races and then everyone having to pick up and go home without a race. It costs a lot of money for the connections and for the industry, as we pay compensation to all of those connections. “The good thing was that the decisions were made very early prior to anyone leaving home that hadn’t gone the night before, which was the best situation for us.” New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing are currently working with the TAB to reschedule both of Saturday’s abandoned meetings. “We are looking to reprogramme those next week and we are just awaiting on TAB approval,” Balcombe said. The synthetic tracks at Cambridge, Riccarton and Awapuni were developed for such weather-related meeting abandonments, however, Balcombe said transferring the turf meetings to the polytracks still requires time and would also come at a detriment to field sizes. “Logistically, it isn’t quite as easy as changing the track, there are a lot of contractors and other things that need to be in place to do that,” he said. “We can do that (transfer) with about 24 hours’ notice. A lot of the time it hasn’t started raining until that point, so you would be making a decision before the weather hits. You are never going to get that 100 percent right, so it is very hard to predict that. “Especially for Saturday race meetings, when you go to the synthetic you will pretty much be decimated with scratchings. I have spoken with two or three people this morning who said they wouldn’t have run on the synthetic. I just looked at Ballarat the other day over in Australia that moved their turf meeting to their synthetic track on the Saturday, which was to be run on the Sunday, which were fields of 15 to 18, and they ended up with five to seven going around. “The horses that go around on the synthetic go on them because they like the synthetic, and the other ones are generally looking for a heavy track, and they don’t tend to mix between each other.” Balcombe said the outcome of abandonments this week has been unfortunate and frustrating for the entire thoroughbred racing industry but it is something that has to be expected at this time of year. “It (meeting abandonments) is frustrating, but we can’t beat the weather,” he said. New Zealand Trainers’ Association National President Shaun Clotworthy said it has been a frustrating last few days for trainers, but horse and jockey safety must come first. “It’s not ideal, but it is out of our hands with the weather conditions, it is not safe for the riders or horses,” he said. “Trainers are very frustrated at the moment, but I am sure NZTR are going to do their best to reschedule things and add races in where they can. “It is just one of those things that you can’t control and hopefully we can work through it into the better weather patterns coming up. “It has been a good winter up until now, but it (abandonments) is something that you have got to expect at this time of year.” There is light at the end of the tunnel for northern trainers, with Pukekohe’s transferred meeting set to go ahead on Sunday, with the track rated a Heavy10 on Saturday morning. Clotworthy will line-up half a dozen runners at the meeting and is hoping a couple of his chances can feature prominently. “It will be deep no doubt, so there are a couple of chances in there like Aqua Man, he has been looking for this sort of track. He is a chance back in that (rating 60) grade,” said Clotworthy, who trains in partnership with his wife, Emma. “Quill got on a better track at Ruakaka last time and he might be looking for a bit wetter ground as well.” View the full article

Michael Dee drives Liberami to the line to win at Flemington. Photo: Grant Courtney Lightly raced three-year-old Liberami lived up to his high rating with trainers Robbie Griffiths and Mathew de Kock when he produced an impressive come-from-behind performance at Flemington. The New Zealand-bred son of Turn Me Loose was unplaced in both of his starts as a two-year-old last year, and he was well beaten again when he resumed with a ninth at Sale in early May. Liberami made progress with strong finishes for second over 1100m at Sale on May 29, a 1300m maiden win at Echuca on June 13 and a second placing in heavy ground at Sandown on July 10. Griffiths and de Kock saw enough in those performances to give him an opportunity in Saturday company at Flemington, and he rose to the occasion in style. Sent out at $21 odds with horse racing bookmakers, Liberami was taken back to the tail of the field by jockey Michael Dee within the first 100m of the race. He remained there until the home straight, when Dee began to warm him up and started looking for a path through the pack. Liberami was still last at the 300m mark and had nowhere to go, but Dee finally found an opening and asked his mount to quicken. Liberami launched a brilliant burst, sprinting past eight horses in the final 150m and getting up to win by a neck. “If we didn’t win, I dare say we would have been a certainty beaten,” Dee said. “It was just a matter of trying to pick a path in the straight. “He definitely appreciated the big, long straight here at Flemington. He’s got a long stride. I was impressed with how well he picked up and sprinted to the line once we found a way through.” Liberami, whose name is an Italian translation for Turn Me Loose, has now had seven starts for two wins, two placings and $128,775 in stakes. “That was sensational,” Griffiths said. “He was outstanding today. “We’ve always known that he had a lot of talent, but we’ve just struggled to get him to relax in his races. We finally got him to switch off at Sale and saw a nice horse in the making that day. I’m not sure he liked the heavy track last start, but Brad Rawiller was very positive about his performance. “We just told Mick to switch him off today. He doesn’t know much about middle gears at the moment – he’s either too on or completely off. But he was very good, and he was going to be unlucky if he didn’t win.” Horse racing news View the full article

What Pakenham Races Where Pakenham Racecourse – 420 Nar Nar Goon–Longwarry Rd, Tynong VIC 3813 When Sunday, July 21, 2024 First Race 12:05pm AEST Visit Dabble A quickfire six-race meeting is set to greet punters at Pakenham on Sunday afternoon, with each event held over the obstacles. The track has come up a Heavy 8 following plenty of rain in the lead-up, while the rail will stick to its true position. The first race is set to jump at 12:05pm AEST. Best Bet at Pakenham: Prismatic Prismatic was a dominant Hamilton winner three back before chasing home tearaway leader Fabalot at Warrnambool on June 23. He turned the tables on that runner in fine style on July 7 when he careered away to a seven-length victory. He draws barrier four and will likely be the one chasing Fabalot throughout, and with a similar performance over the obstacles, Prismatic can win again. Best Bet Race 4 – #3 Prismatic (4) 5yo Gelding | T: Mark Walker | J: Aaron Kuru (67kg) +200 with Neds Next Best at Pakenham: Sing For Peace Sing For Peace beat all bar Right Now on his jumps debut when thundering home late to go down a head. The nine-horse field will suit him perfectly, as he tends to settle worse than midfield and power home over the top of some vulnerable runners. The son of Tavistock will take great benefit from that first run over the sticks, and with a similar jumping performance, Sing For Peace can go one better. Next Best Race 3 – #3 Sing For Peace (7) 5yo Gelding | T: Patrick Payne | J: Will Gordon (69.5kg) +200 with PlayUp Best Value at Pakenham: Pearlman Pearlman has finished fourth in all three runs this time in. He made his jumps debut at Warrnambool on July 7, and despite being beaten by 11.3 lengths, he wasn’t far behind Pearl Rain, who he faces again on the weekend. If Lee Horner can have the son of Nathaniel settled closer to the speed this time, Pearlman can run a bold race at a nice price with horse racing bookmakers. Best Value Race 2 – #4 Pearlman (7) 8yo Gelding | T: Amy McDonald | J: Lee Horner (69.5kg) +900 with Dabble Sunday quaddie tips for Pakenham Pakenham quadrella selections Sunday, July 21, 2024 1-3-7 1-3-5 2-3-4-8 1-2-3 | Copy this bet straight to your betslip Horse racing tips View the full article

Le Zebra ridden by Damian Lane winning at Flemington. (Photo by Reg Ryan/Racing Photos) Talented New Zealand-bred gelding Le Zebra turned his form around in style at Flemington on Saturday with a runaway victory. The grey son of Rip Van Winkle showed real promise as a two-year-old, collecting victories at Sandown and Flemington in a four-start campaign last year. But his form fell away in the early stages of his three-year-old season, finishing seventh in the Group 3 McNeil Stakes (1200m), 15th in the Listed Exford Plate (1400m), eighth in a 1400m handicap at Flemington and 10th in a 1600m handicap at the same venue. A close last-start fourth in the Silver Bowl Series Final (1600m) on July 6 hinted at a turnaround for Le Zebra, and on Saturday he was right back on top of his game. Ridden by Damian Lane for expat Kiwi trainers Emma-Lee and David Browne, Le Zebra was awkwardly drawn in gate 12 among a 14-horse field. But Lane pressed forward in the early stages of the race and was able to easily slot into a perfect position one out and one back. It was smooth sailing from there, and when Lane released the brakes in the home straight, Le Zebra bounded to the lead and raced away to win by five lengths with his ears pricked. “Emma-Lee and David have done a great job,” Lane said. “I trialled him early in the preparation and his performance was only fair, and then he raced accordingly. They’ve done really well to turn him around in this preparation and get him winning like that here at Flemington today. “The race worked out really well. Being drawn wide, I thought there was no sense in dropping all the way back. I chanced the arm and tried to get in, and fortunately that eventuated. I was very confident from there. He was always travelling comfortably and I knew I could get into the race when I wanted to. He finished it off really strongly.” Le Zebra has now had 10 starts for three wins and a placing, earning $286,000 for a big group of owners. An enthusiastic contingent of them were on course at Flemington on Saturday, some wearing large zebra heads. “We’ve got a brilliant ownership group involved with this horse,” Emma-Lee Browne said. “They’ve had to be very, very patient and they’ve stuck it out through some ups and downs. It’s just fantastic to see the horse back doing what he should be doing. “David rides him every day and has done a huge amount of work to try to get him to settle better and do things right. It’s been a real team effort. “Damian gave him a beautiful ride to get into that spot, and he won very well. We’re over the moon. “We’ll just take him home now and look after him, and hopefully we can keep him going into the spring.” Horse racing news View the full article

Conor O’Ceirin will contest the Oamaru Cup (1600m) on Sunday. Photo: Peter Rubery (Race Images Palmerston North) This time last year Conor O’Ceirin was getting ready to tackle the Listed Opunake Cup (1400m) on his home track of New Plymouth, but 12 months on trainer Robbie Patterson has elected to bypass the local feature in favour of chasing a lucrative southern bonus. The seven-year-old gelding has crossed the Cook Strait and trekked south to Oamaru where he will line up in the Oamaru Cup (1600m) on Sunday. Patterson has targeted the southern feature as the key lead-in race for next month’s Group 3 Winter Cup (1600m) at Riccarton, a race Conor O’Ceirin finished in third last year, with the added bonus of potentially becoming eligible for a lucrative bonus. “That race (Oamaru Cup) fitted in nicely heading into the Winter Cup,” Patterson said. “He doesn’t race that well at New Plymouth, so we thought we would go down there, and there is a $100,000 bonus if you can win the Oamaru Cup and Winter Cup. “He is tricky at the weights with 60 kilos, but he is there and should be competitive. “It (Oamaru Cup) has come up really competitive, he will know he has been at the races.” Stablemate Margherita Veloce has also made the float trip south after placing at Trentham last weekend. The daughter of Vespa will tackle the Thank You Oamaru Jockey Club Supporters (1400m) ahead of Riccarton’s Grand National Festival of Racing next month. “It’s a quick back-up from last Saturday and she should target a couple of races over the Winter Cup Carnival,” Patterson said. “She will improve a heap with that run the other day, she hadn’t raced for a long time. Ciel (Butler, apprentice jockey) has made the trip down to ride her, so she gets in well at the weights. “I expect a really good run from her, she has gone down south before and won and run second at Riccarton, so there is no reason why she wouldn’t be competitive on Sunday.” Horse racing news View the full article

Cork will contest the Oamaru Cup (1600m) on Sunday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images) Pam Gerard has made the most of opportunities in the South Island this year and will be well-represented on Sunday with Cork contesting the Oamaru Cup (1600m). The six-year-old mare has been prominent during this period over the past two seasons, placing in the Listed Opunake Cup (1400m) two years ago before narrowly missing out on top honours in last year’s Group 3 Winter Cup (1600m) to Belardo Boy. On track to contest the latter again next month at Riccarton Park, Gerard opted to send the mare down early with few options closer to home. “With Tauranga not having the meeting they usually have, it left us with the choice of Wellington last week and Oamaru,” Gerard said. “She was in at Wellington, but we scratched as transport-wise she would’ve had to stay there for four days before moving on to Christchurch. There was no way of getting her across before then and we didn’t want to bring her all the way home. “Instead, we decided to wait, send her down and give her a run at Oamaru where she should get a nice enough track without it being too heavy and being a gut buster. “It should be a nice little race for her.” A daughter of Complacent, Cork will carry just 53.5kg courtesy of apprentice Lily Sutherland, while fellow visitor Conor O’Ceirin sits at the top of the book with 60kg. “I think she’ll be running home, certainly after the trip down she’ll just settle midfield and be running home on her own steam really,” Gerard said. “We don’t want to give her too hard of a run, it’s just to really top her off before Riccarton.” Cork has travelled south with speedy Time Test filly Tonia’s Dragon, who has been allocated an outside draw. “I’m not too worried about the gate, they’d have to be pretty quick to beat her out and she’s quick to get up and running,” Gerard said. “She’s a smart filly that I think, down the track, could sneak a bit of black type but just needs a little bit of confidence and go through the grades. “There’s some nice races down there for her, it’s a little bit hard to place a 65 1200m horse up here at the moment as they are quite tough. “There’s an option for her at National Week, then another for both her and Cork a few weeks later for decent money at Riccarton. They’ll be down there for a wee while.” Based at Matamata, Gerard entrusts her travelling horses in the care of Richard Fallon, who accompanied both Sassy Merlot and Harlech when the pair picked up feature races at Riccarton in the early autumn period. “Richie has been in racing for a long time and is very experienced, and absolutely loves a trip away especially to the South Island,” Gerard said. “He was with Sassy Merlot and Harlech when they came down earlier in the year and did such a fantastic job with them. “He does all of my travelling away and is based at Riccarton with them, he’s got all of his contacts there so he’s very capable.” Horse racing news View the full article

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There was a wide smile on Michael Campbell's face as he watched New Jersey-bred Book'em Danno win the June 8 Woody Stephens Stakes (G1) at Saratoga Race Course.View the full article

Observations on the European Racing Scene turns the spotlight on the best European races of the day, highlighting well-pedigreed horses early in their careers, horses of note returning to action and young runners that achieved notable results in the sales ring. Saturday's Observations features the return of Ides Of March. 13.30 Curragh, Mdn, €20,000, 2yo, c/g, 7fT Aidan O'Brien trainee IDES OF MARCH (IRE) (Wootton Bassett {GB}) is the third foal produced by GI Frizette Stakes heroine Nickname (Scat Daddy) and comes back off a debut fourth at this venue last month. The stable has annexed six of the 10 latest renewals and took 2023's edition with subsequent G1 Vincent O'Brien National Stakes hero Henry Longfellow (Ire) (Dubawi {Ire}). 16.10 Newbury, Mdn, £20,000, 2yo, c/g, 6fT BOXTEL (IRE) (Invincible Spirit {Ire}) is a son of G1 Moyglare Stud Stakes heroine Skitter Scatter (Scat Daddy). The Jane Chapple-Hyam representative, who will carry the colours of G1 July Cup-winning owner Peter Harris, encounters 11 rivals in this debut. The post Son Of Nickname Back On Deck At The Curragh appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

What had the look of a paid workout at 1-5 odds for the New Jersey-bred grade 1 winner Book'em Danno turned out to be a top-level test of the 3-year-old's speed and determination.View the full article

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – Pressure? What pressure. There was none of that over at trainer Kenny McPeek's barn at the Oklahoma Annex Friday morning. Even though the stable star–the imposing, impressive and almost undefeated 3-year-old filly Thorpedo Anna (Fast Anna)–is running on Saturday, no one on McPeek's staff was sweating bullets. Thorpedo Anna is the 1-2 morning-line favorite in the $500,000 GI Coaching Club American Oaks at 1 1/8 miles at Saratoga Race Course. She has won five of six career starts and has won all three of her races this year. “Pressure is having 15 bad horses in the dead of winter at Turfway Park and owners won't pay you,” McPeek said while sitting in his office. “This isn't pressure. With her, it's more of an expectation. You do your job and you don't worry about anything else. It's either going to happen or it's not.” Thorpedo Anna has won her five career starts by a combined 32 lengths. In her last start, the GI Acorn Stakes at Saratoga on June 7, she cruised around the Spa and won by 5 1/2 lengths. Before that, she took the GI Kentucky Oaks by 4 3/4 lengths. Both of those races were at 1 1/8 miles. McPeek could not disagree when it was suggested that things had been easy for his filly. “That is fair,” he said. “She has not felt the whip all year. I don't know what else is there. Let's see what happens in the next few weeks.” Thorpedo Anna is owned by Nader Alaali, Mark Edwards, Judy B. Hicks and Magdalena Racing (Sherri McPeek). There has been talk since the Saratoga meet began that the talented filly could show up against the boys in the GI Travers Stakes on Aug, 24. McPeek, as he has done all summer, just asks to pump the brakes on that one. For now. “Let's see how she runs tomorrow and, if she is impressive, then we will seriously talk about it,” McPeek said. “If she has to work to beat that group, maybe we would not.” Thorpedo Anna will be ridden by Brian Hernandez, Jr., who has been on board in all six of her races. He did have a bit of a problem getting here. Hernandez was scheduled to ride Django (Medaglia d'Oro) in Friday's Curlin Stakes, but didn't make it to Saratoga. He and his brother, jockey Colby Hernandez (he was supposed to ride Elephants Ear {Vino Rosso} in the Curlin) had their flight to Saratoga cancelled from Kentucky Friday. McPeek said Brian Hernandez got on a private plane at noon on Friday. “I guarantee he would have driven overnight to get here to keep from missing that mount,” McPeek said. Fierceness in Saratoga; Stablemates Mindframe and Tuscan Sky Set For Haskell A horse van pulled up at Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher's barn early Friday morning to pick up equine passengers that were heading to New Jersey. Mindframe (outside) breezing at Saratoga | Sarah Andrew Fierceness (City of Light) wasn't one of them. Pletcher will be represented in the $1-million GI NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park Saturday by Mindframe (Constitution) and Tuscan Sky (Vino Rosso), who left Saratoga at 4:45 a.m. Friday. Although Pletcher left the door open a sliver that Fierceness might join them Saturday, he will most likely run in the $500,000 GII Jim Dandy at Saratoga next Saturday. “We have a van on order for the first thing in the (Saturday) morning,” Pletcher said at his barn on the Oklahoma Training Track Friday. That is just a precaution in case Mindframe or Tuscan Sky did not ship well or there are major defections from the Haskell. Mike Repole owns Fierceness, who was the leading 3-year-old in the country after winning the GI Florida Derby earlier this year. He has not raced since a 15th-place finish as the favorite in the GI Kentucky Derby. Repole also co-owns Mindframe, the runner-up in the GI Belmont Stakes, along with Vinnie and Teresa Viola. Irad Ortiz, Jr. will ride. Tuscan Sky, owned by Spendthrift Farm LLC, won the Listed Pegasus Stakes at Monmouth in his last start. He will be ridden by Hall of Famer Javier Castellano. Mindframe and Tuscan Sky have not won a Grade I race; Fierceness has. That also has been part of the equation as to who goes to the Haskell and who doesn't. The Jim Dandy is then the probable landing spot for Fierceness. “I think so,” Pletcher said. “The last time I spoke to Mike, that was the way we were leaning.” Pletcher said he will drive to the Jersey Shore after training at Saratoga on Saturday. He said that Repole is planning on being at Monmouth as well. Abreu Admits He is Taking a Shot in Shuvee Venti Valentine (Firing Line) has always liked Saratoga. That had a lot to do with trainer Jorge Abreu deciding to swing for the fences in Sunday's $200,000 GII Shuvee Stakes at the Spa. Four other fillies and mares–all with better credentials than the 5-year-old New York bred mare–are signed up for the 1 1/8-mile race. Venti Valentine is 12-1 on the morning line, the longest price. But she has won two of three career starts at Saratoga. “She is doing good, but this is a tough race,” Abreu said outside his Saratoga barn Friday morning. “She is going to have to step it up. She'll have to run a career best race.” Owned by NY Final Furlong Racing Stable and Parkland Thoroughbreds, Venti Valentine won the Critical Eye Stakes at the Spa by 6 3/4 lengths on June 9 over a muddy track at the Shuvee distance. Irad Ortiz, Jr., who rode her that day, will stay on for the Shuvee. In her career, she has seven wins, five seconds and five thirds in 21 starts. Her last graded stakes race was a third in the GIII Go for Wand Stakes last December. She has had five starts since then and has hit the board in all of them. “We know she will give us everything she has, she always does,” Abreu said. “Whatever she has in the tank. I would love to win this race, but there are some decent horses in there.” Raging Sea (Curlin), a 4-year-old filly from trainer Chad Brown, is the 7-5 morning-line favorite and was fourth in her last start, the GI Ogden Phipps Stakes. Five-year-old mare Shotgun Hottie (Gun Runner), who was second in the GII Fleur de Lis Stakes at Churchill Downs, is the 3-2 second choice for trainer Cherie DeVaux. “I don't think it is impossible for us,” Abreu said. “We'll give it a try. Every horse has a lucky day.” The post Saratoga Notebook, Presented by NYRA Bets: McPeek Not Feeling the Heat as Thorpedo Anna Looks For Another Win appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Churchil Downs Inc. announced July 19 that the suspension of Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert and the horses he trains from racetracks owned and operated by CDI is rescinded, effective immediately.View the full article

Five Charlie Appleby-trained stakes horses from the Godolphin barn breezed over the Oklahoma training turf Friday, including Beautiful Love (Ire) (Siyouni {Fr}), Eternal Hope (Ire) (Teofilo {Ire}), Legend of Time (GB) (Sea The Stars {Ire}), Ottoman Fleet (GB) (Sea The Stars {Ire}) and Cinderella's Dream (GB) (Shamardal). Eternal Hope made her last two outings at Belmont at the Big A with scores in the GIII Fasig-Tipton Jockey Oaks Club Invitational in September and the GII Sands Point Stakes Oct. 14. Beautiful Love was last seen taking a conditions race by six lengths in February at Meydan Racecourse. Beautiful Love commenced the five-furlong breeze in front with Eternal Hope tracking to the outside. Eternal Hope advanced alongside down the lane to finish up together at the wire with Eternal Hope drawing clear through the gallop out. The pair covered five furlongs in 1:05.65 (8/9). “It was all routine straight forward stuff,” said Appleby's traveling assistant Alex Merriam. “Beautiful Love led and Eternal Hope joined up there. They finished up together nicely. We'll see how they come forward.” Merriam said a target race will be picked out in the near future for both fillies. Legend of Time was last seen finishing third in the GI Belmont Derby Invitational July 6 at Belmont at the Big A. He worked a half-mile solo in :53.22 (62/64) and remains on target for the GI Saratoga Derby Invitational Aug. 3. Ottoman Fleet worked a solo half-mile in :54.66 (63/64) in his first breeze back since taking the GII Wise Dan Stakes June 29 at Churchill Downs in an effort that was preceded by a score in the GIII Arlington Stakes at the Louisville oval. He could point to the GI FanDuel Fourstardave on Aug. 10, which offers a Breeders' Cup 'Win and You're In' berth to the GI Breeders' Cup Mile in November at Del Mar. An additional option would be the GI Woodbine Mile Sept. 14 which also offers a 'Win and You're In” berth to the Breeders' Cup Mile. “He's come out of the Wise Dan well and is possible for the Fourstardave or the Woodbine Mile,” Merriam said. Cinderella's Dream worked a solo half-mile in :56.50 (64/64) in preparation for the GII Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Oaks Invitational Aug. 2. The talented bay was last seen rallying to a three-quarter length score in the GI Fasig-Tipton Belmont Oaks Invitational July 6 at Belmont at the Big A. “She's in good form,” Merriam said. “They all look to be in good order. It was pretty straightforward.” The post Appleby-Trained Godolphin Stars on the Saratoga Turf Worktab appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

5th-ELP, $71K, Msw, 2yo, 7f, 2:53 p.m. ET. TAPPAN STREET (Into Mischief), a $1 million-purchase at last year's Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Select Yearling Sale, makes his first start for CHC, Siena and WinStar. Trained by Brad Cox, the colt is the second to the races for GSP Virginia Key (Distorted Humor), who is also responsible for his older half-sister in-training Distorted d'Oro (Medaglia d'Oro. Tappan Street's second dam, GSW Our Khrysty (Newfoundland), also produced GI Del Mar Debutante Stakes heroine Grace Adler (Curlin) and the recent GI Stephen Foster Stakes runner-up Pyrenees (Into Mischief). This is an extended female family which also includes GI Whitney Handicap champ Bullsbay (Tiznow). From the same shedrow, Rothko (Tapit) debuts for LNJ Foxwoods. The homebred is the younger brother to fellow colorbearer and recent maiden breaking filly Ellen Jay (Constitution). Both are out of dual champion Covfefe (Into Mischief), who was also campaigned by LNJ and trained by Cox. This dam counts as a half-sister Japanese G1 NHK Mile Cup runner-up Albiano (Harlan's Holiday). Under Rothko's third dam we find GI Juddmonte Spinster Stakes victress Acoma (Empire Maker). TJCIS PPS 7th-SAR, $100K, Msw, 2yo, 6f, 3:54 p.m. ET. A $500,000 purchase, Social Hour (Practical Joke) was taken home at the same sale as Tappan Street and is also owned by CHC, Siena and WinStar. Bred by Machmer Hall, the colt makes his first start for trainer Todd Pletcher. Ready for his unveiling under Bill Mott, Godolphin's Cooper (Nyquist) hails from a dam who is a full-sister to GSW Indulgent (Bernardini), and who is a half to the dam of MGSW Caramel Swirl (Union Rags) and current sire Frosted (Tapit). Cooper's second dam, GSW Fast Cookie (Deputy Minister), is herself a half-sister to champion Midshipman (Unbridled's Song). TJCIS PPS 2nd-DMR, $75K, Msw, 2yo, 5f, 5:32 p.m. ET. Getaway Car (Curlin) initially sold as a weanling for $300,000 to FMQ Stables at Keeneland November before going to SF Bloodstock, Starlight and Madaket for $700,000 during Keeneland September. Making his first start for trainer Bob Baffert, the colt is out of SW Surrender Now (Morning Line). TJCIS PPS 8th-DMR, $75K, Msw, 3yo/up, 6f, 8:44 p.m. ET. Also at the seaside oval for his inaugural voyage is the top-priced Mitole yearling from 2022–Wayne the Brain. Taken home by Muir Hut for $550,000 at the Keeneland September Sale, the colt was first purchased the year prior during Keeneland November for $110,000. The Mark Glatt trainee's dam is GSP Namaste's Wish (Pulpit). TJCIS PPS The post Saturday’s Racing Insights: Pricey Son Of Into Mischief Makes First Start At Ellis appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Churchil Downs Inc. announced on July 19 that the suspension of Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert and the horses he trains from racetracks owned and operated by CDI is rescinded, effective immediately.View the full article

This day 20th July in horse racing news history From the extensive Horse Betting news archives we present the all the thoroughbred racing action in Australian and overseas racing news in history. Delve in and enjoy our walk back in horse racing time. New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Benji King claims maiden training triumph Benji King is in his first season of training and he was delighted to get on the board at Hastings … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Wessex chasing Opunake Cup success Trainer Andrew Forsman is hunting more black-type with Wessex when she heads south to New Plymouth on Saturday to tackle … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Lisa Allpress as motivated as ever Lisa Allpress has recently taken an enforced injury layoff, but returned to riding at Otaki last Friday, with her motivation … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Zelenski chasing Cup three-peat Zelenski will be vying for a hat-trick of Cups wins when he heads to Oamaru on Sunday having reigned supreme … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Daniel Miller hoping to strike at Tauranga Matamata trainer Daniel Miller is hoping to claim his own Yellow Jersey victory at Tauranga, on the same weekend the … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago On The Prowl with Winter Cup audition at Tauranga Ralph Manning is happy to give On The Prowl her chance to convince him she’s worthy of a shot at … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Darwin Cup Carnival Day 4 betting tips | Saturday, July 22 The Darwin Cup Carnival continues this Saturday with NT Guineas Day at Fannie Bay Racecourse. See our free betting tips … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Rosehill racing tips, best odds & quaddie | Winter Challenge Day 2023 HorseBetting’s Nathan Keven brings you his betting tips and quaddie selections for Winter Challenge Day at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday, … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Belmont racing tips, value bets & quaddie picks | July 22, 2023 Belmont Park will play host to a very competitive nine-race card this Saturday, and HorseBetting’s Ciaran Jackman has provided his … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Morphettville Parks tips & top odds | July 22, 2023 Morphettville is set to host a competitive nine-race card on Saturday afternoon. Check out James Herbert’s free best bets and … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Doomben best bets, top odds & quaddie tips | July 22, 2023 Racing will return to Doomben this Saturday for a nine-race program. HorseBetting’s Ciaran Jackman presents his best bets and quaddie … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Caulfield free racing tips & quaddie | Saturday, July 22 The Group 3 Bletchingly Stakes (1200m) headlines Caulfield’s nine race program. Check out HorseBetting’s free preview and quaddie tips here … Read More Australia horse racing news 1 year ago Afternoon Tea clinches Rose Bowl as Lines lands Darwin treble In-form Darwin apprentice Emma Lines landed her first treble at Fannie Bay on Wednesday aboard Phil Cole stablemates Afternoon Tea, … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | July 20, 2023 Five horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips and quaddie selections for free here at … Read More Australia horse racing news 1 year ago Wolfburn shows Darwin Cup credentials with feature win The Gary Clarke-trained Wolfburn could be competing for Darwin Cup favouritism after his win in the Bridge Toyota Cup at … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Caulfield racing tips & quaddie selections | Saturday, July 23 Caulfield is set to host a bumper nine-race card on Saturday afternoon for Bletchingly Stakes Day. HorseBetting’s James Herbert presents … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Mildura Cup Day racing preview & best bets | Friday, July 22 It is Mildura Cup Day on Friday, and with a bit of luck, HorseBetting’s Victorian form expert can steer you … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Scallopini in ‘career-best form’ ahead of Bletchingly Stakes Scallopini will kick off his Melbourne campaign in Saturday’s feature race at Caulfield, the Bletchingly Stakes (1200m). The seven-year-old gelding … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Cranbourne racing tips & quaddie numbers | Thursday, July 21 Cranbourne will host an eight-race card on Thursday afternoon on a predicted Heavy 9 surface. See our best bets and … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Racing participants unhappy with late call to postpone Ipswich A late decision to postpone Wednesday’s metropolitan race meeting at Ipswich has frustrated racing participants, as the eight-race program was … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | July 20, 2022 Five horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips, best odds and quaddie selections for free … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Melbourne campaign on the line for Merrily While Scallopini and Shooting For Gold fly to Melbourne on Tuesday night, their unraced stablemate Merrily will press her claims … Read More Australia horse racing news 2 years ago Double delight for Gleeson on Darwin debut Starting horses at Fannie Bay on Saturday for the first time, Alice Springs trainer Jess Gleeson had two wins and … Read More Horse Racing Tips 3 years ago Eagle Farm racing tips & top value bets | Wednesday, July 21 HorseBetting’s in-form tipster Nick Lloyd takes a look at the best bets and value picks on offer for the Eagle … Read More Horse Racing Tips 3 years ago Kensington racing tips, top odds & quaddie | July 21, 2021 HorseBetting’s Nicholas Lloyd brings you his best bets, value picks and top quaddie numbers for the Randwick-Kensington meeting on Wednesday, … Read More Horse Racing Tips 3 years ago Sandown Lakeside betting tips & odds | Wednesday, July 21 HorseBetting’s James Herbert takes a look at the best bets and top quaddie picks on offer for this Wednesday’s meeting … Read More Horse Racing Tips 3 years ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | July 20, 2021 Horse racing around the country sees four meetings being held around the country on this Tuesday afternoon. Our racing analysts … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 3 years ago Tommyra returns to happy hunting ground Talented jumper Tommyra will get the opportunity to try and secure his second feature jumps scalp at Hastings on Thursday … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 3 years ago Asano continues to chase Schofer for premiership Catching National Apprentice Jockey Premiership leader Hazel Schofer may be a bridge too far for Kozzi Asano, but he is … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Hyeronimus found guilty of betting charges Group One winning jockey Adam Hyeronimus has been found guilty of 30 of 31 charges in relation to betting, with … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Nominations extended for Winter Challenge Import Mugatoo is likely to resume in the Winter Challenge at Rosehill, which has had its nominations extended … Read More Horse Racing Tips 4 years ago Mackay racing tips & value bets – Tuesday, 21 July 2020 A big 10-race card heads to the Sugar City on Tuesday for what will be a strong form meeting heading … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Star NZ mares progressing well in Sydney Enjoying the warmer climate in Sydney, star New Zealand mares Melody Belle and Probabeel are nearing the trialling stage before … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Queensland Cup returns to spring date The Listed Queensland Cup will return to its traditional date in the spring but at a drastically shortened distance of … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Caloundra galloper chases northern riches Despite there being no lucrative bonus on offer, Caloundra trainer Darryl Hansen is eyeing a series of sprint races in … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Streets Of Avalon entered for Bletchingly Futurity Stakes winner Streets Of Avalon is nominated to make his return from a spell in the Group Three Bletchingly … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 4 years ago Weekend Racing Review: Right You Are stars at Flemington It was another big weekend in racing, where Ipswich played host to feature racing with the Listed Eye Liner and … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Instant Celebrity on Thousand Guineas path Trainer Phillip Stokes will give unbeaten filly Instant Celebrity a freshen-up before her planned spring campaign in Melbourne towards the … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Tallyho Twinkletoe to chase jumps history After victory the Brendan Drechsler Hurdle at Pakenham, Tallyo Twinkletoe will attempt back-to-back wins in the in the Grand National … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Jockey licences cancelled in Singapore Three jockeys now riding in Australia have had their licences cancelled in Singapore after returning home during the coronavirus pandemic … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 4 years ago Four for Rae at Timaru Riccarton trainer Terri Rae made her way to Timaru on Sunday with high hopes of a good showing from her … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 4 years ago Bookmakers concede NZ Jockeys’ premiership to Allpress TAB bookmakers have put up the white flag and are paying out on Lisa Allpress winning the National Jockeys’ premiership … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 4 years ago The gift that keeps giving for Mason Well-travelled galloper My Gift bounced back to winning form on his favourite track when he dominated his rivals over the … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Silvera wins Tatt’s Mile, set for Sydney Much-travelled gelding Silvera is set to campaign in Sydney after winning the Tattersall’s Mile at Eagle Farm … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Prezado back in form with Flemington win A clean beginning has allowed Prezado to race closer and return to winning form in the Stable Recognition Handicap at … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Smart edges out Notation for Randwick win The Peter and Paul Snowden-trained Smartedge has backed up a Brisbane win with victory at Randwick, edging out Notation by … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Healing Hands banned after bleeding attack Healing Hands has been found to have an excuse for his Highway Handicap failure, with trainer Gayna Williams reporting she … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago McGillivray’s ride steals Queensland Cup In-form jockey Matt McGillivray has produced a clever ride to win the $200,000 Queensland Cup on Azuro at Eagle Farm … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Spring stardom beckons for Haut Brion Her Haut Brion Her has announced herself as a spring carnival contender with her third successive win from four starts … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Huntly Castle to be put on Vic Derby path Huntly Castle has secured a Victoria Derby ballot exemption with a win in the Byerley Handicap and the colt will … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Spring plans revealed for Lord Belvedere Victory in the Harry White Handicap at Flemington, the second for the imported stayer in Australia, has opened up spring … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Brisbane partnership continues winning way The Chris Anderson-Robert Heathcote training partnership has scored its 26th winner since May when Our Mantra won at Eagle Farm … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Sirius Suspect a welcome tonic for Hasan Saab Hasan has returned to winners’ circle with the victory of Sirius Suspect in the Flemington Event Staff Handicap … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Excellent Proposal makes it two from two Excellent Proposal has overcome difficulties at the start to beat his fellow two-year-olds at Randwick for trainers Richard and Michael … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Star Of Michelin lives up to family name Two-year-old Star Of Michelin lived up to his impeccable bloodlines when he won at Eagle Farm … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Waller keeps the Brisbane winners coming Champion trainer Chris Waller edged closer to 50 metropolitan winners in Queensland when Sparky Lad won at Eagle Farm … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago McChief Stipeall guides Carzoff to Flemington win Apprentice Blaike McChief Stipeall has combined with Wyong Gold Cup and Newcastle Cup winner Carzoff for a victory at Flemington … Read More Ireland horse racing news, United Kingdom Horse Racing News 5 years ago Iridessa to prove stamina in Irish Oaks Trainer Joseph O’Brien admits there is a question over Iridessa’s stamina but believes she will stand up to the test … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago RV adds extra turf meeting at Bairnsdale Racing Victoria has announced an additional meeting at Bairnsdale before the end of this season because of a high number … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Adelaide training partners disqualified Niki O’Shea and Morphettville training partner Ashton Downing have been disqualified following a stewards inquiry in Adelaide … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Shea Eden hit with six charges by stewards Trainer Shea Eden has been issued with six charges by Racing Victoria stewards including one of stomach-tubing a horse on … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Bound For Nowhere heading to Breeders’ Cup Trainer Wesley Ward will set Bound For Nowhere for the Breeders’ Cup meeting after the sprinter failed to secure a … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Weir closing in on 150 Vic metro winners Premier trainer Darren Weir is closing in on reaching 150 Victorian metropolitan winners for the season having already bettered his … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Unlucky trio to clash at Doomben Three of Queensland’s best and unluckiest horses will clash in the Open Handicap at Doomben … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Easy Eddie to back up again at Randwick The in-form Easy Eddie and La Chica Bella head Joe Pride’s team hoping for late-season riches at Randwick … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Byerley Handicap test for stablemates Co-trainers Mathew Ellerton and Simon Zahra will test potential staying fillies So You Swing and Necessitas at 1800m for the … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago New Zealand duo out for change of luck New Zealand trainer Peter Lock is hoping for a change of fortune when he saddles Chief Stipeie and Mr Luigi at … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Lachlan King loses careless riding appeal Apprentice Lachlan King will miss the three remaining city meetings this season after failing in an appeal against a seven-meeting … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Mr Money Bags chases third Flemington win Mr Money Bags will attempt to emulate his victory in the Silver Bowl Final when he contests the Murray Cox … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Barrier encourages Birchley in Tatt’s Mile Liam Birchley believes a good barrier can help Fit For Purpose give him back-to-back wins in the Listed Tattersall’s Mile … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Hayes has Cups aspirations for Jaameh Jaameh will make his return from a let-up at Flemington and co-trainer David Hayes hopes the imported stayer can emerge … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Menari confirmed for $13 million Everest Max Whitby and Neil Werrett have confirmed Menari will run for their partnership in the $13 million Everest … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Lane hits lead in Vic jockeys’ premiership A winning treble at Echuca has moved jockey Damian Lane one win ahead of Linda Meech in the Victorian premiership … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Bolero King continues comeback at Randwick Clarry Conners believes injury-hit gelding Bolero King can make up for lost time and continue his march towards black-type races … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Lonhro’s slayer Grand Armee dies aged 18 Gai Waterhouse and Danny Beasley have paid tribute to two-time Queen Elizabeth Stakes winner Grand Armee, who has died at … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago ATC committed to all Sydney tracks: Pearce The Australian Turf Club has made a $180 million commitment to infrastructure and facilities at all four Sydney tracks … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Gentle Annie hits the Highway at Randwick Gentle Annie makes her Highway Handicap debut for Mick Miladinovic at Randwick, as Canberra trainers still face an uncertain future … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago NT move pays dividends for “cult hero” Boomwaa MOST owners and trainers would be prepared to write off a galloper that has failed to salute in over 934 … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Thornton out to build on Sandown success After notching a first Melbourne city win at Sandown, apprentice Stephanie Thornton will be striving to add another when she … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Sheiswhatsheis set to strike in the Tattersall’s Mile LAST start winner Sheiswhatsheis may be on the second line of betting for Saturday’s Tattersall’s Mile at Doomben behind even-money … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Craig Williams back aboard Divine Mr Artie Brendan McCarthy was expecting more from Divine Mr Artie first-up at Caulfield but is hoping the gelding can bounce back … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Waller trains first runner for Aquis Farm Aquis Farm-owned two-year-old Colosimo will make her debut for leading Sydney trainer Chris Waller at Randwick … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Canberra trainers status decision on hold It will be at least three months until a decision whether Canberra trainers should be classified as country or provincial … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Mertens hopes for better Flemington result Apprentice Beau Mertens is hopeful of a better outcome at Flemington after seven placings at his most recent city meeting … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing Tips 7 years ago Doomben racing free odds, form and tips for Saturday, July 22 WE head to the sunshine state for our Saturday form guide as Doomben hosts a brilliant nine race card headlined … Read More Horse Racing News, New Zealand horse racing news 7 years ago D’Llaro hiccup may help horse in long run Graeme Lord believes a setback earlier in D’Llaro’s campaign may prove a blessing in disguise for his reigning Great Northern … Read More Horse Racing News, New Zealand horse racing news 7 years ago Longchamp can repeat the win in Listed Opunake Cup Tavistock gelding Longchamp will be looking to go back-to-back in the Listed Opunake Cup at New Plymouth on Saturday. Trainer … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Birchley colt set for Crack at Tatt’s Mile Crack Me Up has shown his form at Eagle Farm was wrong with two top runs as he heads to … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Diomedes continues Guy stable association One of racing’s oldest associations will continue when two-year-old Diomedes runs at Doomben … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Stockdale all bandaged up and ready to go Apprentice Brandon Stockdale is confident of getting the all clear to take his rides at Flemington after his mishap with … Read More Horse Racing News, New Zealand horse racing news 7 years ago NZ briefs: Hurdler overcomes late mistakes to complete hat-trick Dashing jumper The Shackler was his own worst enemy at Hastings, but he was nimble enough to get himself out … Read More Australia horse racing news, Hong Kong horse racing news, Horse Racing News 7 years ago Currie to chase title without stable star Trainer Ben Currie’s Doomben team has been reduced to two runners after the sale of stable star Ilovevegas to Hong … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Tiffani Brooker chases Brisbane milestones Apprentice Tiffani Brooker has two records in her sights with three metropolitan meetings left in the season … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Glyn Schofield to ride Le Romain Jockey Glyn Schofield will be reunited with Le Romain when the triple Group One winner makes his return in the … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Ana O’Brien recovering from injuries Jockey Ana O’Brien is unlikely to need surgery as she recovers from back injuries suffered in a fall … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Renovation works cause meeting transfer Work to address kickback on the Pakenham synthetic track has resulted in a meeting being transferred to Bairnsdale … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Ballarat meeting moved to Warrnambool Racing Victoria has announced an upcoming Ballarat race meeting has been transferred to Warrnambool … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Wet claims Warwick Farm meeting Continuing rain in Sydney has prompted officials to abandon the midweek program at Warwick Farm and put some Thursday and … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Bon Rocket up for Flemington sprint Cranbourne-trained galloper Bon Rocket was a late scratching from his most recent attempt at Flemington but is ready for a … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Cheeky’s second crack at Sydney race Wellington trainer Cecil Maxwell is bringing three-year-old Cheeky to Sydney for a second crack at a Highway Handicap … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago So Si Bon to back up at Flemington Trainer Robbie Laing has a good opinion of So Si Bon and will back him up over 1400m at Flemington … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Singing ready for Canterbury tune-up Singing, a horse once touted as a 2014 Caulfield Cup prospect, will make his Australian debut after being plagued with … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Skylimit wins at the Gold Coast for Gollan Golden Slipper winner Overreach’s brother Skylimit has claimed his first win for 19 months with victory at the Gold Coast … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Sandown abandoned after one race Despite the Sandown track being aerated, jockeys have voted to abandon the meeting after the running of one race … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Wyong trainer Damien Lane expands stable Stephen Farley’s cobalt disqualification has given fellow Wyong trainer Damien Lane a chance to expand … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Araldo Junior out to bounce back Araldo Junior will be out to bounce back from a last-start defeat when he runs over 2500m at Flemington … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Singing ready for Canterbury tune-up Singing, a horse once touted as a 2014 Caulfield Cup prospect, will make his Australian debut after being plagued with … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Sandown meeting called off Racing at Sandown has been called off after jockeys voted not to ride because of concerns over a section of … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Steel Zip back to 1600 metres at Doomben Steel Zip will step up to 1600 metres for his 74th start when he runs in the Listed Tatte4sall’s Mile … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Sandown abandoned due to unsafe track SANDOWN has been abandoned on Wednesday after jockeys took to a vote about the state of proceedings. The majority of … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Wet claims Warwick Farm meeting Continuing rain in Sydney has prompted officials to abandon the midweek program at Warwick Farm … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Sandown track under inspection The odds-on favourite Gridelin has been lucky not to fall in the opening race at Sandown which has prompted a … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Larry Cassidy on way to race comeback Jockey Larry Cassidy has made the step from trackwork to barrier trials as he prepares for his comeback from serious … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Williams and Dunn lock horns at Sandown The next instalment in the Melbourne jockeys’ premiership race between Craig Williams and Dwayne Dunn will be fought out at … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago James McDonald to ride in Ireland James McDonald has three rides at Naas in Ireland as he bid to continue his northern hemisphere success … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Francesca Cumani lands ITV job Francesca Cumani will host racing coverage in Britain when ITV takes over from Channel 4 as the sport’s broadcaster … Read More Horse Racing News 9 years ago Laing expecting better from star sprinter ONE of Australian punters most enigmatic horses has produced a solid gallop ahead of the $150,000 Bletchingly Stakes at Caulfield … Read More View the full article

The suspension of Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert from racetracks owned and operated by Churchill Downs Incorporated has been rescinded, effective immediately, CDI announced Friday evening. The decision was detailed in a statement from CDI CEO Bill Carstanjen: “We are satisfied that Mr. Baffert has taken responsibility for his actions, completed a substantial penalty and is committed to running in full compliance with the rules and regulations going forward. All parties agree that it is time to bring this chapter to a close and focus on the future. Mr. Baffert is welcome to return to any of CDI's racetracks, including our flagship Churchill Downs Racetrack, and we wish him and his connections good luck in their future competitive endeavors.” After Medina Spirit (Protonico) tested positive for the medication betamethasone following the 2021 GI Kentucky Derby, Churchill banned Baffert from its tracks. The suspension initially was for two years, but Churchill later amended that and included 2024 to the ban. CDI's decision to end the suspension follows a statement released by Bob Baffert earlier Friday that said, “I accept responsibility for Medina Spirit's positive test in the 2021 Kentucky Derby. I am responsible for any substance found in the horses that I train, and I have paid a very steep price with a three-year suspension and the disqualification of Medina Spirit's performance. I understand and appreciate that Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission took steps to enforce the rules that they believed were necessary to protect the safety and integrity of horse racing and the reputation of the Kentucky Derby. My family and I want to put this behind us and get back to doing what we love to do without anymore distraction or negativity. I very much look forward to returning to Churchill Downs and getting back to the Winner's Circle.” pic.twitter.com/6898q4B4dH — Bob Baffert (@BobBaffert) July 19, 2024 The post Churchill Downs Incorporated Rescinds Bob Baffert Suspension appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

The Garden State will be well represented, and the New Jersey Thoroughbred breeding program will have a rooting interest in the July 20 Haskell Stakes (G1) at Monmouth Park with longshots Jasper's Pride and Sea Streak part of the top-class field.View the full article

A lawsuit filed by Zedan Racing Stables, which unsuccessfully sought an injunction allowing Muth to race in the Kentucky Derby (G1), will be dismissed as to all other relief sought in the litigation.View the full article

After returning from a 10-month layoff victorious in an allowance race last month, Munnys Gold has her eyes on a graded stakes prize in the July 24 Honorable Miss Handicap (G2) at Saratoga Race Course.View the full article

The dictionary definition of 'game' and armed with a knack for good timing, Book'em Danno (g, 3, Bucchero–Adorabella, by Ghostzapper) provided fans and backers with an unexpected thriller in the Jersey Shore Stakes. He was well off the lead this time as the short field disputed the issue amongst themselves, and had to overcome traffic through the far turn, but overcome he did. The Grade I-winner ran down Little Ni (Mo Town) in the final strides to win the Jersey Shore Stakes by the shortest of margins. Buccherino (Bucchero) got up to claim third to give the sire two of the top three placings. Book'em Danno was last seen holding off a hard-charging Prince of Monaco (Speightstown) in the GI Woody Stephens Stakes at Saratoga June 8 during the Belmont Stakes festival. O-Atlantic Six Racing, LLC; B-Gregory J. Kilka & Bright View Farm (NJ); T-Derek Ryan. #3 BOOK'EM DANNO ($2.40) prevails in the $100,000 Jersey Shore Stakes at Monmouth Park. The three-year-old @Buccherostud colt was piloted by Samuel Marin for trainer Derek Ryan. pic.twitter.com/xXZ0cVi1HP — FanDuel Racing (@FanDuel_Racing) July 19, 2024 The post Book’em Danno Nabs Little Ni in Jersey Shore Thriller appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Now 3-for-3, the Chad Brown trainee prevailed in the toughest test of his short career, winning by a length as the odds-on favorite.View the full article

Unmatched Wisdom (Cairo Prince) went right to the front for the third time in his career and secured his career first black-type win in the Curlin Stakes. A standout debuter May 10 over a muddy Belmont Big A mile maiden, where he won by 6 1/4 lengths, he was last seen delivering a similarly eye-catching effort against first-level allowance company at that venue June 22 stretching out to this stakes' distance for the first time. Quick to the front from the rail after a sluggish break and outfooting a would-be early challenger, the 2-5 favorite coasted along at the head of affairs as Corporate Power (Curlin) and Timeout (Curlin) took up pursuit behind him through :23.58 and :48.37 early fractions. After 1:12.66 posted on the board, the former launched a sustained challenge through the turn and the top pair distanced themselves from the field through the stretch. Getting leg weary but game as they come late, Unmatched Wisdom refused to be denied, and maintained his unbeaten record by a length. “We were very intent [on getting the lead]. I didn't want to take any chances. He broke just a step slow–probably from standing in the gate for a little bit from the one-hole. Flavien [Prat] had to use him a little bit that first quarter to get there and he probably felt that first quarter a little bit by the wire, but I liked the strategy,” said Chad Brown. “I told him [Prat] to just keep the silks clean and try and stay out of trouble with this horse and just try to pass the next test. I didn't want such a heavy favorite–although there are some really nice horses in this race, he looked to be the best on paper–to get in a situation where he's trapped in or they're riding against him because of the short field.” When asked about a potential start in the GI DraftKings Travers Stakes Aug. 24, Brown confirmed it was a target for Unmatched Wisdom. “I'd say so, if he comes out of the race good. He's only run three times, but as he's playing catchup you have other 3-year-olds that are accumulating a lot of races and a lot of workouts, and a little bit of wear and tear. You end up catching horses that are on the other end of the curve and maybe regressing a little bit that started earlier in the year. If he can keep developing and playing catchup and a few of the other top ones regress just a bit, he could be in the mix.” The winner is full-sibling to two other multiple-winning siblings-Harvey's Princess and River in Egypt. Their dam delivered a yearling filly by Classic Empire and a 2024 full-brother to the trio. CURLIN S., $130,950, Saratoga, 7-19, (C), 3yo, 1 1/8m, 1:50.70, ft. 1–UNMATCHED WISDOM, 120, c, 3, by Cairo Prince 1st Dam: Glide On By, by Pure Prize 2nd Dam: Divine Lady, by Kris S. 3rd Dam: Divine Dixie, by Dixieland Band ($25,000 Ylg '22 KEESEP; $450,000 2yo '23 OBSMAR). 1ST BLACK TYPE WIN. O-Klaravich Stables, Inc.; B-Estate of Harvey Clarke, Paul Braverman, Sebastian Murat & Steven (KY); T-Chad C. Brown; J-Flavien Prat. $74,250. Lifetime Record: 3-3-0-0, $178,750. 2–Corporate Power, 124, c, 3, Curlin–Road to Victory, by Quality Road. ($925,000 Ylg '22 KEESEP). O-Courtlandt Farms (Donald Adam); B-Stonestreet Thoroughbred Holdings LLC (KY); T-Claude R. McGaughey III. $27,000. 3–Timeout, 118, c, 3, Curlin–Lull, by War Front. 1ST BLACK TYPE. O/B-Claiborne Farm & Adele B. Dilschneider (KY); T-William I. Mott. $16,200. Margins: 1, 3, 2 3/4. Odds: 0.40, 6.60, 4.30. Also Ran: Django, Elephants Ear, Catire Vizcaya. Click for the Equibase.com chart or VIDEO, sponsored by FanDuel TV. 3⃣ starts and 3⃣ wins! UNMATCHED WISDOM stays unmatched with a win in the Curlin Stakes under Flavien Prat for trainer Chad Brown. pic.twitter.com/PciCY17VcJ — NYRA () (@TheNYRA) July 19, 2024 The post Unmatched Wisdom Powers Home In Curlin Stakes At The Spa, Travers Next Target appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Mensa (Complexity), who fetched a then-record $740,000 on the Fasig-Tipton Digital platform from John Stewart's Resolute Racing 13 days after an impressive debut victory in the colors of D J Stable over the Gulfstream Tapeta Apr. 12, atoned for a down-the-field effort when well-backed in the Kentucky Juvenile Stakes last time with a dominating score in Friday's Victoria Stakes at Woodbine. Off as the second betting choice behind stable companion Into Diamonds (Into Mischief)–himself a first-out winner sprinting on the turf at Keeneland Apr. 25–Mensa was soon in front and traveled supremely well with Patrick Husbands riding tall in the saddle. Widening on the lead while his rivals were hard at it behind him, Mensa was never asked for a serious effort in the lane and cruised home to score as a mile the best. “He started pulling away, and I was like, 'This is awesome,'” said Stewart, who was on hand for the race. “I know there are different tactics for different horses, but he ran a great race. He really did it easy. We're seeing some good things out of him. We're really excited for what is next in store.” Mensa is the second stakes winner in the last six days for his first-crop sire (by Maclean's Music), joining GIII Sanford Stakes hero Mo Plex. The winning dam has two full black-type winners and another stakes-placed horse from her four foals to race and was most recently bred to Nashville. Click for the Equibase.com chart and VIDEO, sponsored by FanDuel TV. VICTORIA S., C$127,000, Woodbine, 7-19, 2yo, 5 1/2f (AWT), 1:04.60, ft. 1–MENSA, 122, r, 2, by Complexity 1st Dam: Lady Halite, by Medaglia d'Oro 2nd Dam: Ada's Dream, by Touch Gold 3rd Dam: Perfect Six, by Saratoga Six 1ST BLACK-TYPE WIN. ($135,000 Ylg '23 OBSOCT; $740,000 2yo '24 FTFADM). O-Resolute Racing; B-Beth Bayer (FL); T-Mark E Casse; J-Patrick Husbands. C$75,000. Lifetime Record: 3-2-0-0, $102,007. *1/2 to Recruiter (Army Mule), MSW, $254,585. *Second stakes winner for freshman sire (by Maclean's Music). 2–Into Diamonds, 122, c, 2, Into Mischief–Diamond Sparkles, by War Front. 1ST BLACK-TYPE. O/B-Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners & Gary Barber (KY); T-Mark E Casse. C$25,000. 3–Shadow Factor, 122, g, 2, The Factor–Amy Farah Fowler, by Astrology. 1ST BLACK-TYPE. O/B/T-Ron G Potts (PA). C$13,750. Margins: 7 1/4, NO, 2HF. Odds: 1.65, 1.30, 13.25. Also Ran: Empower, Your Valentino, Sol de Verano. #FasigDigital grad MENSA made it look easy in today's Victoria S. at @WoodbineTB! Congrats to @rresoluteracing & @markecasse! More than 80 horses of racing age are available in the July Digital Sale, open now! pic.twitter.com/JRBarKlYjK — Fasig-Tipton (@FasigTiptonCo) July 19, 2024 The post Mensa A ‘Smart’ Winner of the Victoria S., Second SW For Red-Hot Complexity appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article