Horse racing is an equestrian sport that has been practiced over the centuries; the chariot races of Roman times are an early example, as is the contest of the steeds of the god Odin and the giant Hrungnir in Norse mythology. It is often inextricably associated with gambling. The common sobriquet for Thoroughbred horse racing is The Sport of Kings.

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Zenyatta beats the boys in Breeders’ Cup Classic

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5-year-old mare rallies from last to win by a length, improve to 14-0.
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Thoroughbred’s famous bloodline saves his life

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Nothing like a potential feel good story of the year that you know is going to, at the same time, rile people up. Get a load of this tale of redemption… On April 4, 2008, thoroughbred Freedom’s Flight’s career came to an all-to-familiar halt when his leg snapped on...
>> www.steadyburn.net/2009/09...
 

2009 Preakness Stakes Morning Line

There are endless pro bets and more for the 2009 Preakness Stakes morning line. The win, place and show is now on GodTips, anchor of OffshoreInsiders.com. Will Mine That Bird win the 2009 Triple Crown?  Odds All wagers have action. (Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes...
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Can Mine That Bird Be Racing's Much Needed New Hero?

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Of course, the sport of horseracing could use a Triple Crown hero. The King of Sports started declining in the 1950's when it failed to a) embrace television as a way to communicate with its fans (and potential fans) and b) notice that they no longer had a monopoly on legal betting...
>> www.todaysaccheadlines.com/2009/05...
 

Remembering The Terrorlawn... Terrifyingly Hilarious

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Recalls the ghosts of Preakness past, before they (presumably) locked down "The Terrorlawn" this year... The Preakness is attempting to re-brand their image, and are allowing no alcohol be brought into the infield. In years past, you were allowed to bring coolers, but they...
>> www.steadyburn.net/2009/05...
 

Should We Care About the Preakness?

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I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not a huge horse racing enthusiast, but having lived in Baltimore for a number of years now, I can appreciate what Pimlico and the Preakness Stakes means to the local community and its economy. Still, I don’t see a legitimate reason why anyone...
>> www.stetsports.com/2009/05...
 
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