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Since 1894, Daily Racing Form has been the most trusted source of horse racing news and information, making horseplayers better bettors by cashing more tickets.

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / December 17

Predictions for the 10 Best Horse Races on Thursday December 17th

Since 1894, Daily Racing Form has been the most trusted source of horse racing news and information, making horseplayers better bettors by cashing more tickets.

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / December 15

Eclipse Awards: Meet some contenders for each category

The conclusion of the year brings not just holiday cheer, but end-of-year awards in horse racing. The Eclipse Awards spread across 17 different categories/divisions and are equivalent to any other year-end awards in sports.

Mark Casse News / BloodHorse.com / December 15

Casse wins 17th Leading Trainer Title at Woodbine

The 2025 Thoroughbred racing season at Woodbine Racetrack concluded Dec. 14 with jockey Rafael Hernandez, trainer Mark Casse, and owner Bruno Schickedanz emerging as the meet's leading performers.

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / December 12

8 of the Best Horse Races for Saturday, December 13, 2025

Since 1894, Daily Racing Form has been the most trusted source of horse racing news and information, making horseplayers better bettors by cashing more tickets.

Bob Baffert News / BloodHorse.com / December 11

Baffert Trio to Meet Captivator in Los Al Futurity

Bob Baffert, who has won 14 renditions of the Los Alamitos Futurity, has entered Litmus Test, Provenance, and Blacksmith this year.

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / December 5

Six Best Horse Races on Saturday December 6th

Since 1894, Daily Racing Form has been the most trusted source of horse racing news and information, making horseplayers better bettors by cashing more tickets.

Bob Baffert News / BloodHorse.com / December 4

Himika One of Three Baffert Entries in Starlet

Himika could give Bob Baffert his ninth consecutive win in the race and a fifth victory for owners Charlie and Susan Chu.

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / December 3

11 of the Best Horse Races to Bet for Thursday, December 4, 2025

DRF handicappers share their plays for the day, including best bets, for racing at Aqueduct, Woodbine, Gulfstream, and Remington. DRF Past Performances (PPs) can be accessed at DRF.com .

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / November 28

Horse Racing Playbook for Saturday, November 29, 2025

Since 1894, Daily Racing Form has been the most trusted source of horse racing news and information, making horseplayers better bettors by cashing more tickets.

Horse Racing News / ESPN / November 18

Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty coming to PC, consoles

The horse racing management sim is set for launch in 2026.

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / November 14

DRF's Horse Racing Playbook for Saturday, November 15, 2025

DRF handicappers share their plays for the day, including best bets, for racing at Aqueduct, Del Mar, Gulfstream, Laurel, and Woodbine. DRF Past Performances (PPs) can be accessed at DRF.com .

Horse Racing News / ESPN / November 3

2025 Melbourne Cup Field - complete guide

It is the first Tuesday in November, which means it is time to run the Melbourne Cup and we have all the details you need to pick a winner in the big one.

Horse Racing News / ESPN / November 2

2025 Melbourne Cup Day tips: Who should you back in every race?

The biggest day on the Australian racing calendar is finally here! Not sure who to back? Not to worry, as we take you through the best selections and some value runners in Tuesday's 10-race card at the glorious Flemington racecourse.

Horse Racing News / ESPN / November 2

2025 Melbourne Cup Field - complete guide

It is the first Tuesday in November, which means it is time to run the Melbourne Cup and we have all the details you need to pick a winner in the big one.

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / November 1

Forever Young holds off Sierra Leone for historic Breeders' Cup Classic victory

Japan is known as The Land of the Rising Sun. On what was Sunday, just as the sun was rising in Japan, Forever Young, the only Japan-based horse in the Breeders’ Cup Classic, landed the most impressive victory of his career at Del Mar.

Horse Racing News / ESPN / November 1

Forever Young wins $7M Breeders' Cup Classic

Forever Young beat defending champion Sierra Leone by a half-length to win the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic on Saturday at Del Mar.

Bob Baffert News / EssentiallySports / October 9

Bob Baffert’s Champion Colt Eyes Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile Return

Bob Baffert, who’s used to having a bunch of top-notch horses ready for the Breeders’ Cup, is showing off his impressive lineup as the championship gets closer.

Bob Baffert News / EssentiallySports / October 6

Facing Defeat Bob Baffert Shares Honest Reaction to Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Qualifier’s Loss

Bob Baffert has seen plenty of champions cross the finish line, but even he knows not every race goes as planned. On Saturday at Santa Anita, Baffert watched Desert Gate, his highly regarded 2-year-old colt, lead much of the American Pharoah Stakes only to be narrowly overtaken by Intrepido at the finish.

Horse Racing News / Stadium Rant / September 26

Locked Looks To Bounce Back In The 2025 Woodward Stakes

Two-time Grade 1 winner Locked will lead a field of seven to the post for the 71st running of the Woodward Stakes at Aqueduct Racetrack on Saturday afternoon.

Horse Racing News / Stadium Rant / August 29

Nysos Takes On Journalism; Fierceness In The 2025 Pacific Classic

The brilliant Nysos will take on Preakness Stakes winner Journalism and 2024 champion Fierceness. The showdown might be the race of the year, the 2025 Pacific Classic on Saturday at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club.