Beholder has the Classic goods

Make no mistake, champion mare Beholder is not a token entrant in this 21st century sports battle of the sexes. California Chrome, Dortmund, and the rest of those boys must respect what this lady can do on the dirt. Her dominant victory in last year’s Pacific...

Dortmund…is he big enough???

Dortmund (right) and his sizeable self will try and turn the tables on the mighty California Chrome(left) when the two meet in the Pacific Classic on August 20 at Del Mar. This photo was taken during their stirring stretch duel in the San Diego handicap on July 23 at...

Cupid spreads the love of winning

Cupid has been spreading his love of winning across the country in 2016. Having won races in four different states this year, this Bob Baffert trained colt has used his front-running style to record wins in California, Arkansas, Indiana, and most recently West...

Off and running towards the Cup

© BENOIT PHOTO If you thought the Triple Crown series was the highlight of the season in Thoroughbred racing, this past weekend answered emphatically. The run towards the Breeders’ Cup is always huge and can really separate the pretenders and contenders....

Asmussen has a big shot in Haskell

ASMUSSEN HAS A BIG SHOT IN HASKELL When the horses go to post for the Haskell Invitational on July 31 one Thoroughbred trainer in particular looks to have a big shot, and he is bringing more than just a .22 pistol. Newly elected Hall of Fame conditioner Steve Asmussen...