by HorseMinute.com | Apr 9, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The Grade 1 Maker’s Mark Mile at Keeneland is a prestigious race for top turf horses, with past winners including champions like Wise Dan and War of Will. The 2025 edition features a field of nine 4-year-olds and up, with contenders like Carl Spackler,...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 9, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The Leg Up! program by NYRA aims to educate students aged 12 to 19 about career opportunities in the horse racing industry. Students visit racetracks, meet professionals, and learn about various job opportunities within the industry. The program has received positive...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 8, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Keeneland’s Spring Meet in Lexington, Kentucky kicked off after a three-day weather delay, attracting visitors like Donna Vaughn and Russ McLellan who were in town for the Blue Grass Stakes, a Kentucky Derby qualifier. Burnham Square won the race with jockey...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 8, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Veteran jockey Luis Saez, who won his second Belmont Stakes in June, is in stable condition at a hospital after falling from his mount at Keeneland. The incident occurred during the second race on the turf course, with the horse tripping over the rider but remaining...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 8, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Todd Pletcher, a four-time winner of the Blue Grass Stakes, is returning with River Thames as the favorite in the 2025 race. SportsLine writer Gene Menez, known for his accurate horse racing predictions, has handicapped the field and made his picks for the event....
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 8, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Horse racing in Mississippi has a rich history, but has faded over time due to restrictive gambling laws. The state’s poverty rate and lack of economic opportunities make reviving horse racing events a potential solution. The Mississippi Horse Park currently...
