by HorseMinute.com | May 6, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The horse racing industry is facing a critical need for transformation to remain competitive with other major sports. A significant point of contention is the current scheduling of the Triple Crown races—the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes—which...
by HorseMinute.com | May 5, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The article highlights the resurgence of interest in thoroughbred horse racing during the 2025 Triple Crown season, drawing attention to Mark Paul’s nonfiction book, The Greatest Gambling Story Ever Told. This engaging narrative, published in 2020, chronicles...
by HorseMinute.com | May 5, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Godolphin experienced an extraordinary weekend with significant victories at Churchill Downs and Newmarket. On Friday, Good Cheer maintained her unbeaten streak by winning the Grade I Kentucky Oaks, prompting excitement for the upcoming Breeders’ Cup. The...
by HorseMinute.com | May 4, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
On Kentucky Derby day, total wagering reached a record $349 million, surpassing last year’s $320.5 million. The all-sources handle for the Derby race itself also set a new high at $234.4 million, exceeding the previous record of $210.7 million. Overall, Derby...
by HorseMinute.com | May 4, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Good Cheer achieved a significant milestone by winning the $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks (G1) on May 2 at Churchill Downs, solidifying her status as a leading 3-year-old filly. The daughter of Medaglia d’Oro, trained by Brad H. Cox and ridden by Luis Saez,...
by HorseMinute.com | May 3, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum celebrated a long-awaited victory at the Kentucky Derby when his homebred colt, Sovereignty, triumphed at Churchill Downs. This win marked the first for Sheikh Mohammed in 13 attempts, with previous horses finishing just shy of...
