Starting prices will be determined using mainly off-course odds when bookmakers are allowed back on track, the Starting Price Regulatory Commission has announced.Source
Month: March 2021
Buyers Out in Force Ahead of Gulfstream Sale
Between the hours of 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. March 30, consignors and their horses received no rest on the grounds of Gulfstream Park as a veritable “who’s who” of Thoroughbred racing arrived on the grounds. Source
Undefeated Nicky the Vest Likely Sidelined Until Summer
The undefeated New York-bred Nicky The Vest came out of a final work for the $750,000 Wood Memorial Presented by Resorts World Casino (G2) with bone chips below his right knee and will likely be sidelined until summer. Source
Simply Ravishing, Malathaat Square Off in Ashland
Keeneland’s Ashland Stakes (G1) not only opens the door to the Kentucky Oaks (G1) thanks to its rich points haul but historically it also springboards its contestants to victory in the prestigious race for 3-year-old fillies at Churchill Downs. Source
Legacy of Racing Giants Shines in Euro Derby Prep
Legacies of Prince Khalid and Sheikh Hamdan shine in the final leg of the “European Road to the Kentucky Derby.” Source
Plum Ali to Open 3-Year-Old Season in Appalachian
After closing out last season with a fifth place finish in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1T) at Keeneland, grade 2 winner Plum Ali will return to the familiar course to open her 3-year-old campaign in the Appalachian Stakes (G2T). Source
Robin Goodfellow’s Racing Tips: Best bets for Wednesday, March 31
Sportsmail’s racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Wednesday’s meetings at Southwell, Ludlow, Kempton and Hexham.Source
Pauline’s Pearl Faces Recent Oaklawn Rivals in Fantasy
The $600,000 Fantasy Stakes (G3) at Oaklawn Park April 3 has retained a trio of fillies from the most recent local Road to the Kentucky Oaks prep race in Pauline’s Pearl, Sun Path, and Coach. Source
Lady Kate Seeks Graded Victory in Distaff
Anderson Stables’ grade 1-placed Lady Kate will make her seasonal debut in the $150,000 Distaff Handicap (G3), a seven-furlong sprint for older fillies and mares, April 2 at Aqueduct Racetrack, as she aims to break through the graded ranks. Source
BHA Toughens Regulations Around Syndicates
The British Horseracing Authority has announced a revamped set of regulations around the running of racehorse syndicates and racing clubs, designed to ensure maximum public confidence. Source