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Kansas' Approval of HHR Paves Road for Racing's Return

on 11/26/2025 6:25 PM
The state of Kansas approved 1,000 HHR machines, which is a precursor to the return of Thoroughbred racing in the state. While Kansas has not had live Thoroughbred racing since 2008, the goal is for the sport to return in the fall of 2026.
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HISA Investigates Rodriguez for Vets' List Violations

on 11/26/2025 6:25 PM
HISA has issued a show-cause notice and is considering a provisional suspension for New York-based trainer Rudy Rodriguez, alleging he failed to provide required veterinary care and diagnostic follow-up for horses placed on the veterinarians' list.
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Worrie, Ferraro Top Standings as Finger Lakes Meet Ends

on 11/26/2025 5:21 PM
The 2025 live thoroughbred racing season at Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack came to an end on Wednesday, Nov. 26.
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Hollywood Turf Cup Features Top Three Rematch from 2024

on 11/26/2025 5:21 PM
The top three finishers from last year's Hollywood Turf Cup (G2T) return for a rematch Nov. 28 at Del Mar. Up for grabs is the lion's share of a $200,000 purse. 
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Worrie, Ferraro Top Standings as Finger Lakes Meet Ends

on 11/26/2025 5:21 PM
The 2025 live thoroughbred racing season at Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack came to an end on Wednesday, Nov. 26.
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Hollywood Turf Cup Features Top Three Rematch from 2024

on 11/26/2025 5:21 PM
The top three finishers from last year's Hollywood Turf Cup (G2T) return for a rematch Nov. 28 at Del Mar. Up for grabs is the lion's share of a $200,000 purse. 
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Cox Looks for Back-to-Back Wins in Golden Rod Stakes

on 11/26/2025 4:20 PM
The $400,000 Golden Rod Stakes (G2) Nov. 29 at Churchill Downs is the next stop on the Road to the Kentucky Oaks. Trainer Brad Cox will look for a second consecutive win with Rags to Riches Stakes winner Life of Joy.
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Luana Miss Set to Tackle Heavyweights in Winterbottom

on 11/26/2025 4:20 PM
She may be the small filly taking on some seasoned sprinters, but Trevor Andrews insists Luana Miss is well capable of punching above her light weight as he gets set to unleash his stable star in the Nov. 29 Winterbottom Stakes (G1) at Ascot.
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Commission Turmoil Underscores Challenges in Minnesota

on 11/26/2025 3:17 PM
The resignation of Minnesota Racing Commission chair Dr. Camille McArdle highlights issues facing the state's horse racing and breeding industry, including continued tension between regulators, political leadership, and tribal gaming interests.
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What to Know About and How to Watch the 2025 Japan Cup

on 11/26/2025 11:06 AM
The Japan Cup is held on turf at a distance of 2,400 meters, or about 1 1/2 miles. It boasts a purse comparable to the Breeders' Cup Classic, with about 1.09 billion yen equaling about $7.2 million.
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Fourteen Wins Earn Prat Jockey of The Week Honor

on 11/26/2025 10:04 AM
Reigning Eclipse Award winner Flavien Prat won a total of 14 races last week, including a five-win day Nov. 23 and a sweep of the day's stakes races. He was voted Jockey of the Week Nov.17-23.
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Brotha Keny Takes Zia Park Derby in Closing Strides

on 11/25/2025 8:08 PM
With a last-to-first rally, Kentucky shipper Brotha Keny wore down his fatigued 3-year-old rivals to post a half-length victory in the $300,000 Zia Park Derby on Land of Enchantment Day, Nov. 25, at Zia Park in eastern New Mexico.
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Ted Noffey Aimed at Holy Bull or Fountain of Youth

on 11/25/2025 6:02 PM
Ted Noffey, the presumptive champion 2-year-old male of 2024 after a 4-for-4 campaign that culminated with a victory in the Oct. 31 Breeders' Cup Juvenile (G1) at Del Mar, will take things "very easy" this month, trainer Todd Pletcher said.
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Consistent Cabo Spirit to Tackle Seabiscuit Handicap

on 11/25/2025 5:01 PM
Kretz Racing's Cabo Spirit will try to secure the third grade 2 win of his career and his fifth graded stakes score overall when he faces an expected eight other rivals in the Seabiscuit Handicap (G2T) Nov. 29 at Del Mar.
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Gun Runner Juveniles Deliver With Maiden Triumphs

on 11/25/2025 4:00 PM
Maiden Watch: Week of Nov. 17-23
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Lush Lips Returns in Mrs. Revere Stakes

on 11/25/2025 1:56 PM
Grade 1 winner Lush Lips returns in the $300,000 Mrs. Revere Stakes (G2T) at Churchill Downs Nov. 28 against a talented group of 3-year-old fillies going 1 1/16 miles.
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Lush Lips Returns in Mrs. Revere Stakes

on 11/25/2025 1:56 PM
Grade 1 winner Lush Lips returns in the $300,000 Mrs. Revere Stakes (G2T) at Churchill Downs Nov. 28 against a talented group of 3-year-old fillies going 1 1/16 miles.
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D'Angelo Duo Headlines Gulfstream's In Reality Stakes

on 11/25/2025 11:52 AM
It has been quite the year already for trainer Jose D'Angelo, who will have two chances to win the Nov. 29 FTBOA Florida Sire In Reality Stakes at Gulfstream Park.
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Test Score Holds Highest Grade in Hollywood Derby Field

on 11/25/2025 9:46 AM
The $300,000 Hollywood Derby (G1T) features five entrants primarily based on the East Coast, but Amerman Racing homebred Test Score stands tall among them.
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Hollywood Turf Cup Features 2024 Top Three Rematch

on 11/25/2025 9:46 AM
The top three finishers from last year's Hollywood Turf Cup (G2T) return for a rematch Nov. 28 at Del Mar. Up for grabs is the lion's share of a $200,000 purse. 
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