So far, nine geldings — Vagrant (1876), Apollo (1882), Macbeth II (1888), Old Rosebud (1914), Exterminator (1918), Paul Jones (1920), Clyde Van Dusen (1929), Funny Cide (2003) and Mine That Bird (2009 ...

From Arcangues at 133-1 to Meadow Star a 1-5, the first 40 editions of the Breeders’ Cup have been filled with long shots and sure shots. Who knows what will happen this time around? The Breeders’ Cup ...

Despite its justified reputation as a roughly run race, the Kentucky Derby overall has been largely free of riding infractions, fouls and interference. There have only been a few incidents worth ...

Past editions have featured accomplished turf fillies and mares, such as Holy Helena, Moon Queen (IRE), and Criticism (GB), making this a noteworthy race for bettors and handicappers tracking grass ...

Notable winners of the United Nations Stakes include top horses such as Presious Passion, English Channel, Sandpit (BRZ), and Manila. Many past winners have gone on to compete in major graded stakes ...

In the 2025 running, Capture the Flag scored an upset victory in the Mac Diarmida Stakes at 1 3/8 miles on the turf, giving trainer Todd A. Pletcher and jockey John R. Velazquez a major early-season ...

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What is the Coolmore Turf Mile Stakes? The Coolmore Turf Mile Stakes is a prestigious Grade 1 horse race held annually at Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington, Kentucky. It covers a distance of 1 mile on ...

The first Preakness Stakes was held on May 27, 1873, and drew just seven runners. Survivor captured the inaugural edition by ten lengths, which was the largest margin earned $2,050 for the victory.

What are the Arlington Million Stakes? The Arlington Million Stakes is a prestigious Grade 1 turf race for thoroughbreds, held annually at Colonial Downs in Virginia. It is one of the most anticipated ...

Past editions include graded winners such as Vixen, who took the 2025 running in a competitive turf mile for fillies. The race has a history of showcasing future turf stars early in their ...

In the 2025 Tom Fool Handicap, Full Moon Madness scored the victory under jockey Kendrick Carmouche for trainer Michelle Nevin in the six-furlong Grade III sprint at Aqueduct. Previous winners include ...