Often I think that perhaps my main role in this sport of horse racing is that of Observer of the Obvious:. Some people dig the stuff I write and say,… read more →
Trainer David Hofmans decided it was worth it to take a shot Saturday with Melatonin in the $1 million Santa Anita Handicap after just one start this year. It paid… read more →
I’ve re-worked a piece I wrote for this ‘site, back in June, because now it’s 2016, and soon we’ll be thinking about the Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame. And I’ve… read more →
American Pharoah – who had a phenomenal, near-perfect year in 2015 that included a Triple Crown sweep of the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont along with a victory in the… read more →
California Chrome, the 2014 Horse of the Year, made a victorious return Saturday to the races in the Grade 2 San Pasqual at Santa Anita Park after more than nine… read more →
Just under two months after his victory in the Breeders’ Cup Sprint and a much-talked about change in trainers, Runhappy won the Grade 1 Malibu at Santa Anita Park on… read more →
As the majestic beauty of Keeneland Race Track comes in view, it is only enhanced by the beautiful fall colors bursting around us. The multitude of trees lining the drive… read more →
Fresh off her victory in last month’s Pacific Classic at Del Mar, Beholder easily captured the Grade 1 Zenyatta Stakes at Santa Anita Park Saturday as she prepares to take… read more →
Oh, my God, people. I was first published at age 12, 47 years ago. I’ve been a professional writer longer than many people have been alive. I’ve been a pro… read more →
And so it begins. American Pharoah Madness began–well, let’s face it–the minute the Kentucky Derby ended on the First Saturday in May. It grew as the warrior horse broke down… read more →