by HorseMinute.com | May 16, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
The 151st Preakness Stakes, Maryland’s premier horse racing event, was held at Laurel Park instead of its traditional Pimlico Race Course location, drawing thousands of enthusiastic fans. The race saw the two-year-old Napoleon Solo, ridden by jockey Paco Lopez,...
by HorseMinute.com | May 16, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Napoleon Solo, a horse doubted by many including his own connections, triumphed in the 2026 Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park, overcoming skepticism about his ability to handle the 1 3/16-mile distance. Trained by Chad Summers and ridden by jockey Paco Lopez, Napoleon...
by HorseMinute.com | May 16, 2026 | Horse Riding
Oakwood Stables in Martinsville is offering free horseback riding lessons for beginners of all ages for the first time. The sessions provide a hands-on introduction to horses, including meeting and interacting with them, learning basic horsemanship, grooming, safety,...
by HorseMinute.com | May 16, 2026 | Horse Law News
Kate Gladdin’s mother, Julie Fitzsimons, was tragically killed by a pickup truck while legally crossing a street in Sheridan, Wyoming, in May 2025. Fitzsimons, visiting from Australia, had pressed the walk button and waited for the signal before stepping into the...
by HorseMinute.com | May 16, 2026 | Dressage
The Topar Campdraft Clinic in far-west New South Wales attracted riders eager to learn campdrafting, a challenging sport that combines horsemanship, speed, and skill to maneuver cattle through timed tasks. Led by horse trainer Jay Charnock, participants of all ages...
