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Horse Racing: Paynter Completes Miracle Comeback; Wins First Race Since Near Death Experience
I’ve seen, or heard of, very few miracles in my 34 years of watching the sport of Horse Racing. There is no question in my mind that 2012 Haskell winner Paynter not only makes that short list, but could very well be perched on top of it.
I thought about it over this past weekend and really, truly only could come up with three true miracles in recent memory.
Back in 1971 (ok, 42...
Horse Racing: Champion Zenyatta Confirmed In Foal to War Front
2010 Horse of the Year, and the ever popular, Zenyatta has been confirmed in foal to War Front according to www.zenyatta.com over the weekend.
The mammoth mare by Street Sense is carrying her third foal after delivering a 2012 colt by Bernardini and a 2013 colt by Tapit
“We are proud to announce that, as of today, Zenyatta is confirmed 37 days in foal,” the website said. ...
Paynter’s miracle comeback
The 2012 Haskell winner, and 2012 Belmont Stakes runner up, Paynter fell ill in late July, 2012 right after winning the Haskell. He was sick with colitis, which could have killed him. He then had to fight the beginnings of laminitis in 3 of his four feet.
Horse Racing: Preview of the 2013 Stephen Foster at Churchill Downs; Champion Jockey Dominguez Forced to Retire
In this weekend’s Horse Racing Race of the Week, we will be purely focused on Saturday’s card at Churchill Downs for three exciting reasons. First off, race #4 marks the possible debut of the highly touted Mr. Besilu, race #6 has two time Eclipse Award winner Royal Delta and, of course, our highlighted race (race #8) is the 2013 Stephen Foster Handicap, where four of the six...
Palace Malice wins Belmont Stakes (video)
Palace Malice wins the 145th running of the Belmont Stakes. Palace Malice, who finished 12th in the Derby and skipped the Preakness, covered the 1 1/2 miles in 2:30.70 on a track that was hit with a
Belmont Stakes odds and TV schedule
Belmont Stakes, often called the Test of Champions, because of its grueling 1.5 mile course. The third jewel in the Triple Crown is today with post time at 6:36 ET. Derby winner Orb, a 3 to 1 favorite, and Preakness winner Oxbow, 5 to 1 odds, are eyeing the winner’s blanket of white
Belmont Stakes special: Affirme vs. Alydar 1978 rivalry
It has been 35 long years since Affirmed (Exclusive Native-Won't Tell You-Crafty Admiral), owned by Harbor View Farms won all three legs of the Triple Crown.
Orb is favorite to win Belmont Stakes
Kentucky Derby winner Orb is the horse to beat in the Belmont Stakes on Saturday. Orb was made a 3-1 morning-line favorite in a field of 14 for the final leg of the Triple Crown at Belmont Park. “He’s been here for
145th Belmont Stakes predictions and preview
This Saturday, June 8th, will be the 145th running of the Belmont Stakes. This is the last leg of Thoroughbred racing's Triple Crown for 3YOs. As most of you know, there will be no attempt this year, but that does not mean there is not a reason to watch.
Unique wagering angles for the Kentucky Derby
The first Saturday in May is upon us and that means it is time for the Kentucky Derby. A time when every casual sports fan acts like they are well versed wise guys as they enjoy the most exciting two minutes in sports and get buzzed on mint juleps. The Derby is like old school WWE, where anything can happen and often does as a favorite has not won since 2008.
So what’s the key...
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