Wise Dan – Racehorse
Wise Dan accomplished what no other modern thoroughbred has done. He was awarded the same three Eclipse Awards two years in a row. Trained…
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Randy Romero-the Jockey Who Was Almost Burned Alive
There may be no more horrific story in all of horse racing. Jockey Randy Romero, a talented rider sought after by many trainers, almost…
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2018 Kentucky Derby Preview
NEW post: 2019 Kentucky Derby Kentucky Derby week 2018 kicks on April 28 with an exciting week of races that include the Kentucky Oaks…
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Eclipse Racehorse
Each year the horse racing industry celebrates its champions with the Eclipse Awards. These awards are named after a horse that some fans of…
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Nick Zito – Horse Trainer
Nick Zito, born in 1948, has built a career around major-race success and advocacy for racehorse welfare. Chief among these is a brilliance for…
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Spectacular Bid – Racehorse
SPECTACULAR BID—THE HORSE THAT ALMOST WON THE TRIPLE CROWN In the annals of horse racing history, there are few champions like Spectacular Bid. In…
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Swaps – Racehorse
The California Comet is still talked about on the West Coast racing circuit today. The legendary Swaps was a winner of the Kentucky Derby…
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Unbridled – Racehorse
Unbridled is one of thoroughbred racing’s greatest champions. The horse had a tremendous run that culminated in over $4 million dollars in earnings. He…
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Tom Smith – horse trainer
The story of Seabiscuit is one of the best in horse racing. In the 1930’s, Seabiscuit became America’s horse, lifting the spirits of people…
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“Bill” Shoemaker – Jockey
William Lee “Bill” Shoemaker is in a league of his own. The jockey dominated American horse racing for more than a quarter century. He…