by HorseMinute.com | May 6, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Maryland, known for its rich horse racing heritage and as home to one of the Triple Crown jewels, is opening several horse farms to the public on May 10 ahead of the Preakness Stakes. These farms will educate visitors on the significance of horses to the state’s...
by HorseMinute.com | May 6, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo will not compete in the upcoming Preakness Stakes, trainer Cherie DeVaux announced, ending hopes for a 2026 Triple Crown bid. Golden Tempo, who made history by giving DeVaux the first female trainer victory at Churchill Downs, will...
by HorseMinute.com | May 6, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
The 100th anniversary season of Tampa Bay Downs concluded successfully, marked by a 10.6% increase in daily attendance and a 1% rise in total handle, despite flat on-track wagering. Purses were raised by 3.10%, benefiting horsemen and horsewomen, with Florida-bred...
by HorseMinute.com | May 5, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Following a record-breaking Kentucky Derby weekend, North American horse racing pauses briefly before resuming with the Preakness Stakes on May 16 at Laurel Park. Churchill Downs continues its spring-summer meet, with live racing coverage available on FanDuel TV,...
by HorseMinute.com | May 5, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Claiborne Farm in Bourbon County, Kentucky, continues its storied legacy in horse racing with Golden Tempo, the winner of the 152nd Kentucky Derby. This victory marks the farm’s 11th Derby winner, setting a new record for horses foaled or raised there. Golden Tempo,...
by HorseMinute.com | May 4, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Horse racing’s true foundation lies not at the finish line but in the early morning hours behind the scenes, where a dedicated team of exercise riders, grooms, hot walkers, foremen, and assistants work tirelessly to prepare each horse. Starting as early as 3:30 a.m.,...
