by HorseMinute.com | May 14, 2025 | Horse Breeding
At Pimlico, anticipation is building for the upcoming Preakness Stakes, with trainers and horses preparing despite rainy conditions. Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas was among the first to arrive, showcasing his contender American Promise, while other notable...
by HorseMinute.com | May 13, 2025 | Horse Breeding
Harness Racing New Zealand (HRNZ) CEO Brad Steele addressed several key topics regarding the future of harness racing in New Zealand. Notably, the Aces series will not take place this year, but there are plans for new end-of-season races for two-year-olds, including...
by HorseMinute.com | May 13, 2025 | Horse Breeding
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, has expressed his admiration for Rachael Blackmore following her retirement from horse racing. Blackmore, a prominent jockey from Tipperary, announced her immediate retirement, marking the end of a...
by HorseMinute.com | May 13, 2025 | Horse Breeding
The Exmoor pony is one of Britain’s oldest native breeds, recognized for its rarity and adaptability. Standing between 11.2hh and 12.3hh, these ponies have a rich history, originally used by hill farmers for various tasks. The Exmoor Pony Society, established in...
by HorseMinute.com | May 12, 2025 | Horse Breeding
The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association (FTBOA) has named Mystic Lake the 2024 Florida-bred Horse of the Year, an honor announced at the FTBOA Awards Gala on May 12. Bred by Peggy Costanzo and owned by C2 Racing stable and Stefania...
by HorseMinute.com | May 11, 2025 | Horse Breeding
Moonlit Notion achieved a decisive victory in the $75,000 Coin Collector Stakes at Charles Town Races, winning by 2 3/4 lengths. This win marked the 1,000th career victory for trainer Tim Grams, with Moonlit Notion remaining unbeaten in six starts, including five this...
