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Magnitude: an unbiased view suggests there are reasons to be wary of longshot winner – despite sharp time
In the latest instalment of his weekly Kentucky Derby update, Ron Wood is disinclined to take the Fair Grounds form at face ...
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‘Chosen Lady was very special’ – how National Treasure added to generations of success for Secretariat mare
Eclipse Award-winning colt, who won the Preakness Stakes in 2023 on the 50th anniversary of his legendary forefather’s own victory at Pimlico, is the latest representative of a quality family line On ...
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‘Riding for a living, what could be better?’ – it’s a family affair for champion apprentice Erik Asmussen
‘This game means everything to me’: Erik Asmussen, Eclipse Award winner for Outstanding Apprentice Jockey for 2024. NTRA / Sara Kauss Photography Interview with the Eclipse Award-winning apprentice, ...
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The last dance: Japan’s ‘dancing’ jockey Fumio Matoba retires after 51-year career – aged 68
The Emperor of Ohi: Fumio Matoba, who is the winningmost jockey in the history of Japanese racing. Photo: Tokyo City Keiba Legendary rider famed for his unique style has called time on a ...
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What’s been happening: Laurel River out of Saudi Cup, East Avenue on Kentucky Derby trail, Hong Kong pile-up and more
Tragic news from Britain where ex-BHA chief Joe Saumarez Smith has died, only 12 days after relinquishing his post ...
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‘Hopeful? Optimistic? Be still, my beating heart’ – Ken Snyder has a case of big-race fever
Derby dreaming: Oaklawn maiden winner Caldera is set for Sunland Park – with our correspondent one among thousands of microshare owners. Photo: Ken Snyder Whisper it, but the ‘D-word’ is on our ...
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John Hancock signs in with nice attitude and pedigree – but we shouldn’t buy into Tampa Bay form
In the second of his weekly updates, Ron Wood with all the latest news and analysis en route to the first Saturday in May There was just one race offering Kentucky Derby qualifying points last weekend ...