With horses sired by the first three finishers of the 2007 Kentucky Derby (G1)—Street Sense, Hard Spun, and Curlin—all still on the Derby trail and with another Derby hopeful having won the Street Sense...
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This column is dedicated to producer/director Jim Wilson and his wonderful film "50-1," one of the best racing movies I've ever seen and one which still brings a tear to my eye at the end. Watching it...
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Calvin Borel, following several minutes of hugs and high-fives from fellow jockeys, valets, and jocks room attendants, finally made it to his locker following his victory aboard Rachel Alexandra in the...
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I am a great admirer of brevity in speech. And, since I am somewhat deaf, I am also a great admirer of clarity. Sometimes I think both auditory characteristics are on the decline. Seems to me a lot of...
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The best action of the day began in a cool, fan-packed room where about a dozen and a half heroes of the sport gathered to welcome six more to their circle. Calvin Borel and five horses, including Invasor...
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This year’s Kentucky Derby contenders are so evenly matched, there is a good possibility the winner will be determined by who gets the best trip and/or the best ride. It is imperative that the jockeys...
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TV commentator and former jockey Donna Barton Brothers is the author of Inside Track: Insider’s Guide to Horse Racing . It’s been a tough year for jockeys, some of whom have found their names in the news...
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Last summer, the sports world was dragged--nauseatingly and unrelentingly--through the most high profile free agent process in the history of professional sports during the LeBron James saga. When James...
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Don’t be misled by the long lines outside Ravenous. Crepes are quick to prepare and diners are served faster than you think. Because the boutique Phila Street eatery opens at 10:00 am, you’d be well advised...
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