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See You in September? - By Evan Hammonds

This week's announcement of delaying the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve (G1) to Sept. 5 was the right move for March 17. However, targets seem to be moving each and every day. Will it be seen as being the right move a month from now?... Read More

Keep Calm and Bet to Win - By Evan Hammonds

But what to do for now? Beyond the regular routine with our majestic creatures, let's band together--but not hold hands--and help one another. Tune into TVG this weekend and support the industry. Though you can't go to the track, play a race or two online from the couch. There are classic preps at Oaklawn Park and Turfway Park. ... Read More

Unlikely Japan - By Evan Hammonds

We hold these truths to be self-evident: The sport of Thoroughbred racing is the greatest game played outdoors. Thoroughbred breeding is a business. We are reminded of this every time a horse goes through the sale ring or we receive notice that a stallion has been retired to stud, has been relocated to another operation, or has been sold to interests in another country.... Read More

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