Justique a WOW in Desi Arnaz Stakes

The thrill of a talented two-year-old horse is something special. The thoughts of future glory makes for excitement, to say the least. When that runner turns in a WOW performance it brings an immeasurable feeling of joy. Justique was more than a looker in the Desi...

Express Train rolling into the Big Cap

  The Santa Anita Handicap has long been one of those resume-building races. First run back in 1935, the roll call of winners features some of the best names in the business. One blossoming California-based runner hopes to add his name to the list come March 5....

Astronaut is shooting for the stars in Breeders’ Cup

  The Breeders’ Cup is a great opportunity for Thoroughbreds to gain glory.  Runners from across the globe will descend on Del Mar for the 2021 edition with eyes on the prize. One thing to remember in this instance…If you are shooting for the stars…be an Astronaut!  ...

Astronaut Caps a big day at Del Mar

   The sport of Thoroughbred racing has so many wonderful layers. Let’s take a moment or two to spin a tale of the magnificence of Del Mar on one of their biggest days. Pacific Classic day is always a star on the calendar. The 2021 edition featured five graded stakes...

Shirreffs takes the Train to the Pacific Classic

   When legendary crooner Bing Crosby opened Del Mar and belted out those famous lyrics in the track’s theme song did he have current California trainer John Shirreffs in mind? Back in 1937, Bing had no idea that a horse whispering guy like John Shirreffs would be...