by HorseMinute.com | Jan 25, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The Pegasus World Cup, a prestigious horse race with a $3 million prize purse, has shifted focus to horse welfare due to a rare decision by trainer Harold Ladouceur to scratch a star horse despite being vet-cleared. This move highlights a growing trend in the sport...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 25, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Trainer Kenny McPeek expressed his confidence in Thorpedo Anna, a 3-year-old filly, back in January 2024, predicting she could be a champion. However, she exceeded expectations by winning the Horse of the Year vote with 193 votes, far surpassing her competitors....
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 24, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The Longines World Racing Awards took place at the Savoy Hotel in London, where City of Troy and Laurel River tied for the title of Longines World’s Best Racehorse with a rating of 128. City of Troy, a son of Justify, was the top-rated turf horse, while Laurel...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 24, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Fashion Friday at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai is set to feature eight races, including the return of Laurel River and Tuz, both previous winners at the track. The event is considered a crucial lead-in to the Dubai World Cup program, with the Saudi Cup also playing a...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 23, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Thorpedo Anna won Horse of the Year at the Eclipse Awards, becoming the second 3-year-old filly to do so. Trained by Ken McPeek, she earned six Grade 1 victories, including the Kentucky Oaks, and finished second in the Travers. Sierra Leone finished second in the...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 23, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
1/ST and the Ed Brown Society have extended their partnership to provide opportunities for young people of color in the horse racing industry through internships and scholarships. This year, 1/ST will provide $50,000 in funding for a paid internship program to help...
