Dr. Schivel writing a Breeders’ Cup prescription

    A certain type of fever has been well documented over the years when it comes to the sport of Thoroughbred racing. Kentucky Derby fever has gripped many over the past 145 or so years. Back in 1984 however, another sickness surfaced and yes it too causes the...

Calhoun looking for a Breeders’ Cup Connection

    Having a good two year old is always exciting. Having a good two-year old that is headed to the Breeders’ Cup makes for even more pep in the step. Bret Calhoun has been in the Thoroughbred game for quite some time now. Having registered his first win as a trainer...

Turf Sprint might be race of the day at Kentucky Downs

  Those that are familiar with Kentucky Downs realize the only predictable thing here is unpredictability. A short meet combined with the undulating terrain of the only European style course in this country means anything can happen. Now if you are looking for a sure...

Live Racing begins at Kentucky Downs on September 5

  Stop the grinning and drop the linen, we are about to have live horse racing at Kentucky Downs. The turf track located just north of the Tennessee state line will conduct it’s live racing meet beginning Sunday, September 5. Recent times have seen this European-style...

Mo Forza goes yard off the bench in Del Mar Mile

  One of the toughest assignments is coming off the bench and getting thrown into the heat of battle. Producing at any time is tough, but coming in cold, especially in big situations, and getting the job done is really challenging. California has seen a few famous...