by HorseMinute.com | Feb 20, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
The recent Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds highlighted Paladin as a leading Kentucky Derby contender, vaulting him to the top of the Derby Dozen rankings. However, the upcoming weekend features only minor prep races in the Road to the Kentucky Derby series,...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 20, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
A Freedom of Information Act request to the Maryland Racing Commission revealed that 27 horses died at Maryland racetracks last year alone, many suffering catastrophic injuries such as comminuted fractures, hemorrhages, and degenerative joint disease. Most of these...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 19, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Several WWE stars have a surprising passion for horses, finding solace and relaxation away from the intense, high-energy world of wrestling. While not all are involved in horse racing, many, like Mickie James and Charlotte Flair, enjoy caring for horses as a peaceful...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 19, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners offers expert horse racing picks and betting insights, featuring selections from veteran handicapper Noel Michaels. His picks are widely recognized across major racing publications and media outlets. For beginners, the article provides...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 18, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Daily Racing Form expert Mary Rampellini provides her handicapping picks for the Oaklawn Park racing card on Thursday, February 19, highlighting her best bet in Race 9 with Bourbon Society, who is noted for speed and consistency. She projects Bourbon Society to finish...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 18, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Million-dollar earner Gigante, named 2025 Virginia-Bred Horse of the Year, leads a distinguished group of award winners honored at Colonial Downs during Virginia Derby Day. The 6-year-old Not This Time horse, trained by Steve Asmussen and bred by Ann Mudge Backer...
