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Desert Gate All The Way In The Hot Springs

on 03/26/2026 5:33 PM

Heavily-favored DESERT GATE (c, 3, Omaha Beach–Theogony, by Curlin) had no issue with a short field in the Hot Springs Stakes Thursday at Oaklawn Park, taking just three rivals gate to wire to win easily. The 2-5 choice, racing with blinkers on for the first time, broke a step slow but rushed up to lea...

Desert Gate All The Way In The Hot Springs

on 03/26/2026 5:33 PM

Heavily-favored DESERT GATE (c, 3, Omaha Beach–Theogony, by Curlin) had no issue with a short field in the Hot Springs Stakes Thursday at Oaklawn Park, taking just three rivals gate to wire to win easily. The 2-5 choice, racing with blinkers on for the first time, broke a step slow but rushed up to lea...

Paco Lopez Set To Return Apr. 1 At Tampa, Will Ride “Danno” In The Carter

on 03/26/2026 3:49 PM

Injuries and a suspension levied by the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) have limited Paco Lopez's mounts over the last several months, but he is healthy again, has served his suspension and is ready to resume his career. Lopez will begin his comeback on Apr. 1 at Tampa Bay Downs, reports his agent, Jose

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Game Boys: Drones Heighten Season-Long Oaklawn Viewing Experience

on 03/26/2026 3:05 PM

HOT SPRINGS, Ark.–If you are looking for the best seat in the house for the GI Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park this weekend, then chances are brothers Luke and Cole Jones piloting their drones have their gimbals locked on shooting the perfect A-roll. As long as the weather holds off, the Jones boys go vertical

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Game Boys: Drones Heighten Season-Long Oaklawn Viewing Experience

on 03/26/2026 3:05 PM

HOT SPRINGS, Ark.–If you are looking for the best seat in the house for the GI Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park this weekend, then chances are brothers Luke and Cole Jones piloting their drones have their gimbals locked on shooting the perfect A-roll. As long as the weather holds off, the Jones boys go vertical

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Keeneland Spring Meet Expands TV Coverage, Adds Wagering Options

on 03/26/2026 2:35 PM

Keeneland's Spring Meet will feature expanded national television coverage of major races during the first two Saturdays of the season, and debut a range of digital tools and wagering enhancements designed to provide horseplayers with information and betting opportunities, the track said via a press release on Thursday. Fans can watch the entire meet through

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Keeneland Spring Meet Expands TV Coverage, Adds Wagering Options

on 03/26/2026 2:35 PM

Keeneland's Spring Meet will feature expanded national television coverage of major races during the first two Saturdays of the season, and debut a range of digital tools and wagering enhancements designed to provide horseplayers with information and betting opportunities, the track said via a press release on Thursday. Fans can watch the entire meet through

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Cunningham Joins Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners As VP Communications

on 03/26/2026 1:57 PM

Joel Cunningham has joined Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners as vice president of communications, bringing more than two decades of experience in marketing, brand strategy and communications within the Thoroughbred industry, the syndicate said in a press release on Thursday. “Joel brings a unique combination of strategic vision, creative leadership, and deep industry understanding,” sai...

Oh My, ‘Darling’!: Dam Of Forever Young A Real Rags-To-Riches (And How!) Tale

on 03/26/2026 1:00 PM

With a victory in Saturday's $12-million G1 Dubai World Cup–a fait accompli in the eyes of many–reigning Japanese Horse of the Year and GI Breeders' Cup Classic hero Forever Young (Jpn) (Real Steel {Jpn}) would leap-frog Hong Kong superstar Romantic Warrior (Ire) (Acclamation {GB}) as the world's richest racehorse with over $36 million in career

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Oh My, ‘Darling’!: Dam Of Forever Young A Real Rags-To-Riches (And How!) Tale

on 03/26/2026 1:00 PM

With a victory in Saturday's $12-million G1 Dubai World Cup–a fait accompli in the eyes of many–reigning Japanese Horse of the Year and GI Breeders' Cup Classic hero Forever Young (Jpn) (Real Steel {Jpn}) would leap-frog Hong Kong superstar Romantic Warrior (Ire) (Acclamation {GB}) as the world's richest racehorse with over $36 million in career

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Oh My, ‘Darling’!: Dam Of Forever Young A Real Rags-To-Riches (And How!) Tale

on 03/26/2026 1:00 PM

With a victory in Saturday's $12-million G1 Dubai World Cup–a fait accompli in the eyes of many–reigning Japanese Horse of the Year and GI Breeders' Cup Classic hero Forever Young (Jpn) (Real Steel {Jpn}) would leap-frog Hong Kong superstar Romantic Warrior (Ire) (Acclamation {GB}) as the world's richest racehorse with over $36 million in career

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Oh My, ‘Darling’!: Dam Of Forever Young A Real Rags-To-Riches (And How!) Tale

on 03/26/2026 1:00 PM

With a victory in Saturday's $12-million G1 Dubai World Cup–a fait accompli in the eyes of many–reigning Japanese Horse of the Year and GI Breeders' Cup Classic hero Forever Young (Jpn) (Real Steel {Jpn}) would leap-frog Hong Kong superstar Romantic Warrior (Ire) (Acclamation {GB}) as the world's richest racehorse with over $36 million in career

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Saratoga Purse Increases Slated for 2026 Season

on 03/26/2026 12:55 PM

Purse levels will be raised by nearly 14 percent blended across all categories during the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival and throughout the summer meet at Saratoga Racecourse, it was announced by The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) on Thursday. Purses for open maiden special weights will increase by 15%, from $100,000 to $115,000. In

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Saratoga Purse Increases Slated for 2026 Season

on 03/26/2026 12:55 PM

Purse levels will be raised by nearly 14 percent blended across all categories during the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival and throughout the summer meet at Saratoga Racecourse, it was announced by The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) on Thursday. Purses for open maiden special weights will increase by 15%, from $100,000 to $115,000. In

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Saratoga Purse Increases Slated for 2026 Season

on 03/26/2026 12:55 PM

Purse levels will be raised by nearly 14 percent blended across all categories during the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival and throughout the summer meet at Saratoga Racecourse, it was announced by The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) on Thursday. Purses for open maiden special weights will increase by 15%, from $100,000 to $115,000. In

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Saratoga Purse Increases Slated for 2026 Season

on 03/26/2026 12:55 PM

Purse levels will be raised by nearly 14 percent blended across all categories during the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival and throughout the summer meet at Saratoga Racecourse, it was announced by The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) on Thursday. Purses for open maiden special weights will increase by 15%, from $100,000 to $115,000. In

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2026 HRWA Conference to be Held Oct. 12-13

on 03/26/2026 11:20 AM

The Horse Racing Women's Association (HRWA)'s annual conference will take place on Oct.12-13 at Harper Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Additionally, FanDuel TV will return as the title sponsor for the HRWA's fifth renewal of the conference. Additional details on conference programming, speakers, and registration will be announced in the coming months. Prior to the annual

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2026 HRWA Conference to be Held Oct. 12-13

on 03/26/2026 11:20 AM

The Horse Racing Women's Association (HRWA)'s annual conference will take place on Oct.12-13 at Harper Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Additionally, FanDuel TV will return as the title sponsor for the HRWA's fifth renewal of the conference. Additional details on conference programming, speakers, and registration will be announced in the coming months. Prior to the annual

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Tumbarumba Facing Another Distance Test In Dubai World Cup

on 03/26/2026 9:55 AM

Though his best form in America is over a mile, Wathnan Racing's Tumbarumba (Oscar Performance) has successfully negotiated a step up in trip in his last couple of appearances in the desert and 6-year-old gelding has well and truly earned his chance at Saturday's $12-million G1 Dubai World Cup...

Tumbarumba Facing Another Distance Test In Dubai World Cup

on 03/26/2026 9:55 AM

Though his best form in America is over a mile, Wathnan Racing's Tumbarumba (Oscar Performance) has successfully negotiated a step up in trip in his last couple of appearances in the desert and 6-year-old gelding has well and truly earned his chance at Saturday's $12-million G1 Dubai World Cup...