Keeler Johnson’s Kentucky Oaks Super Six: March 29, 2017
With Unique Bella out of the Kentucky Oaks picture, the race is shaping up to be a wide-open event. As the final round of prep races approaches, Keeler Johnson shares his top six contenders.
Large Field Looms for Santa Anita Derby
As many as thirteen horses are expected to run in the April 8th Santa Anita Derby, including four from the barn of Doug O’Neill.
McCraken Works in Company at Keeneland
Kentucky Derby favorite McCraken continued his preparations for the Blue Grass Stakes with a sharp six-furlong workout on March 27th.
St. Joe Bay’s Speed May Dominate the Dubai Golden Shaheen
St. Joe Bay winning the Palos Verdes Stakes (gr. II) at Santa Anita – © Benoit Photo Of all the races that comprise the exciting Dubai World Cup program on March 25th at Meydan, none have been quite so thoroughly dominated … Continued
Will Fawree Surprise in the UAE Derby?
Every year, one of the highlights on the horse racing calendar is the spectacular Dubai World Cup program at Meydan racetrack in Dubai. With eight Thoroughbred races offering from $1 million to $10 million in purse money, the event annually … Continued
McCraken Posts Impressive Workout at Keeneland
The unbeaten McCraken is training strongly after missing the Tampa Bay Derby with a minor ankle issue.
Shaman Ghost, Midnight Storm Face Off in Santa Anita Handicap
In a showdown between two talented Grade 1 winners, Shaman Ghost’s proven stamina may give him a slight edge.
Lynch Sticking With Routine for Gotham Favorite El Areeb
With El Areeb training strongly, Cathal Lynch has made the decision to run the colt in Saturday’s Gotham Stakes at Aqueduct.
O’Neill “Very Excited” About Gotham Contender So Conflated
Trainer Doug O’Neill, owner Reddam Racing, and jockey Mario Gutierrez are back on the Kentucky Derby trail with So Conflated.