2019 Belmont Derby Invitational Stakes (G1T) winner Henley’s Joy’s ended a 34-race losing streak while winning the featured eighth race, a 1 3/8-mile $72,000 allowance optional claiming event, at Gulfstream Park Jan. 31. Source
Month: January 2024
The Valley Track Report – Friday 2 February
Jaylah jags first metro winner at The Valley
It was a landmark day in the career of jockey Jaylah Kennedy last Saturday at The Valley, picking up her first metro win on Ceerseven! The 3kg claimer is sure to feature more regularly in our racebook in times to come, and let's hope this is just the beginning… Source
Medina Spirit Litigation Cost Hundreds of Thousands
With help of very low attorney fee rates, Kentucky state government still spent almost $200,000 in litigation that flowed from Medina Spirit’s disqualification, and that does not include costs absorbed through the state budget. Source
Kentucky Derby Posts to be Drawn a Week Before Race
An earlier draw for post positions will precede this year’s 150th running of the Kentucky Derby (G1). Source
Bentornato to Scratch From Swale, Race in Saudi Derby
Leon King Stable’s Bentornato, a winner of three stakes races and four of five starts, will make his next start Feb. 24 in the $1.5 million Saudi Derby (G3) at King Abdulaziz in Saudi Arabia, according to trainer Jose D’Angelo. Source
Appleby Looks to Continue Domination at Dubai Carnival
Godolphin trainer Charlie Appleby looks to keep his streak of winners going in the Feb. 2 Dubai Carnival session at Meydan Racecourse. Source
Robin Goodfellow’s racing tips: Best bets for Thursday, February 1
Mail Sport’s racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Thursday’s meetings at Wincanton, Ffos Las and Chelmsford City.Source
CTBA Winter Mixed Sale Sees Some Improved Numbers
The California Thoroughbred Breeders Association Winter Mixed Sale Jan. 30 in Pomona, Calif., finished with solid results as a 2-year-old Sir Prancealot filly headlined the auction after realizing $37,000 from Harris Farms. Source
Moroney’s Judgement Stands Test of Time for Sears
Pendragon’s half brother joins Queensland stable after NZ$220,000 buy at Karaka. Source