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  • Hoof Beats Bio
    by Kate Jones on July 1, 2019 at 7:22 pm

    Attraction of Opposites Differences, similarities between Geoff Stein and David Reid make for one of racing’s leading partnerships THE GREEK MYTH IS WELL KNOWN, OF THE KING NAMED MIDAS. For Midas’ hospitality, Dionysus, god of wine, offered to grant the king anything he wished. The king’s request was simple: that everything he touch turn to

  • Canadian Sportsman Bio
    by Kate Jones on July 1, 2019 at 7:15 pm

    The Perfect Mix by Dave Briggs Take one part low-key, charismatic deal-maker, add a workhorse and detail-fanatic and the result is the profoundly-successful Preferred Equine Marketing partnership of Geoff Stein and David Reid. he burning question is this – how did two guys as different as January and July create the most successful horse agenting

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    • 2025 Triple Crown Prospect Profiles: What We Learned About Journalism in Preakness Win
      by Mike Curry on May 19, 2025 at 4:57 pm

      Welcome to 2025 Triple Crown Prospect Profiles where we’ll take a look each week at a recent winner on the Triple Crown trail. Read More…

    • Belmont Winner Rags to Riches in League of Her Own
      by Tom Pedulla on May 19, 2025 at 10:00 am

      Todd Pletcher has won more than 5,850 races in his extraordinary training career. One stands out above the rest. That would be the 2007 Belmont Stakes, when big-hearted Rags to Riches became only the third filly to win the famed “Test of the Champion” and the first since Tanya in 1905. Read More…

    • A Beginner’s Guide to the 2025 Belmont Stakes
      by Mike Curry on May 19, 2025 at 10:00 am

      The Belmont Stakes is famous for being the final leg of the Triple Crown, but it’s so much more than that. From its history to fun facts, we have all of the information you need to know as we head into a huge day of racing. Read More…

    • Belmont Stakes Rematch Between Sovereignty and Journalism a Real Possibility
      by Bob Ehalt on May 18, 2025 at 7:25 pm

      As far as the possibility of a tantalizing rematch between Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve winner Sovereignty and Preakness Stakes victor Journalism goes, no news will be good news. Read More…

    • Five Key Takeaways From a Milestone Preakness Stakes Weekend
      by Tom Pedulla on May 18, 2025 at 3:56 pm

      Tom Pedulla offers takeaways from the milestone 150th Preakness Stakes on Saturday at Pimlico Race Course and other major developments this weekend. Journalism’s triumph when all seemed lost represented one of the most dramatic editions of the middle jewel of the Triple Crown and provided a fitting close. Read More…

    • Quotes from the 2025 Preakness Stakes: Read What the Jockeys and Trainers Said
      on May 18, 2025 at 1:27 am

      The running of the 2025 Preakness Stakes was an unforgettable one, as favored Journalism overcame trouble at the top of the stretch and prevailed in a surging finish to catch runner-up Gosger by a half a length on Saturday, May 17 at Pimlico. Read More…

    • Unyielding Journalism Powers to Thrilling Victory in 150th Preakness Stakes
      by Bob Ehalt on May 17, 2025 at 11:51 pm

      As the curtain came down on what will now be known as the “old” Pimlico Race Course, talk of the great performances in the long history of the racetrack surfaced. Read More…

    • Celebrating a Milestone Middle Jewel: Preakness 150 at Old Hilltop
      on May 17, 2025 at 6:33 pm

      The 2025 Preakness Stakes May 17 in Baltimore marked a milestone edition of the race as well as the end of an era at Pimlico Race Course. This year marked the 150th edition of the middle jewel of U.S. horse racing’s Triple Crown and it also will be the final event held at the old facility at Old Hilltop. Read More…

    • ABR Sunday Selections: Full-Card Picks for May 18 from Belmont at the Big A
      by Noel Michaels on May 17, 2025 at 5:01 pm

      Every Sunday Noel Michaels will provide free full-card picks for a one racecard in North America. A veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer, Michaels also writes a weekly “Weekend Winners” blog for America’s Best Racing with a focus on key stakes races at marquee tracks. This feature will be straight-forward: full-card picks for one Sunday slate of races of his choosing. Read More…

    • 2025 Preakness Stakes Cheat Sheet
      by Patrick Reed on May 17, 2025 at 1:48 pm

      This year marks the 150th anniversary edition of one of horse racing’s most prestigious events, and the May 17 Preakness Stakes will hold added significance as it will be the final running at the existing Pimlico Race Course before moving to Laurel Park temporarily while Pimlico undergoes a comprehensive reconstruct Read More…

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      • Harness trial tomorrow has ID2025 implications
        by Michael Guerin on May 19, 2025 at 7:07 am

        New Zealand’s chances of having a serious Inter Dominion pacing contender this winter could be finalised at a quiet Pukekohe harness racing trial meeting on Tuesday. That is if any horse can be termed a serious contender going to Queensland to take on local champion Leap To Fame on his home track at Albion Park. <p>The post Harness trial tomorrow has ID2025 implications first appeared on Harnesslink.</p>

      • Engblom granted stay of 380-Day suspension amid appeal
        by Harnesslink Media on May 19, 2025 at 6:55 am

        New Jersey harness racing trainer Per Engblom has been granted a stay of his 380-day suspension and $6,000 fine by the New Jersey Racing Commission (NJRC), allowing him to continue training while his case proceeds through the appeals process. The stay follows a formal appeal lodged by Engblom’s attorney, Andrew R. Benedict, in response to <p>The post Engblom granted stay of 380-Day suspension amid appeal first appeared on Harnesslink.</p>

      • Horror Elitlopp barrier draw for The Locomotive
        by Adam Hamilton on May 19, 2025 at 6:51 am

        IT is hard enough trying to qualify for the Elitlopp, let alone having to overcome an awful harness racing barrier draw. That’s now the challenge ahead for Aussie Inter Dominion winner The Locomotive (Muscle Mass) at Solvalla in Stockholm on Sunday. Hopes of a good draw where trainer-driver Brad Hewitt could utilise The Locomotive’s dazzling <p>The post Horror Elitlopp barrier draw for The Locomotive first appeared on Harnesslink.</p>

      • Hambletonian hopefuls in Stakes action at Pocono
        by PHHA/Pocono Downs on May 19, 2025 at 6:38 am

        WILKES-BARRE PA – Three-year-old trotting males continued on the path towards New Jersey on the first Saturday in August as they contested three $30,000 harness racing divisions of a Pennsylvania All-Stars event on Sunday evening at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania. The fastest winner, the Greenshoe gelding Lefties Righties, took a lifetime mark of 1:53.3. <p>The post Hambletonian hopefuls in Stakes action at Pocono first appeared on Harnesslink.</p>

      • Roberts rolls a seven in Rosecroft finale
        by Rosecroft Raceway on May 19, 2025 at 1:43 am

        FORT WASHINGTON, Md. — All but assured the driving premiership at Rosecroft Raceway’s winter-spring meet heading into Sunday’s (May 18) closing-day program, Jonathan Roberts finished with a flourish, piloting seven winners on the 13-race card, including Sheer Terror in the featured $12,000 Open Handicap Pace. SHEER TERROR REPLAY  The 5-year-old Always B Miki gelding <p>The post Roberts rolls a seven in Rosecroft finale first appeared on Harnesslink.</p>

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        • No Poop-Scooping for BC Riders
          by Amy Harris on May 14, 2025 at 12:51 pm

          Horse riders in Langley, BC, won a new battle with local town council that would have forced them to dismount and clean up their mount’s manure on public streets and trails. In a follow-up to last month’s bylaw battle which … The post No Poop-Scooping for BC Riders appeared first on Horse Canada.

        • Foal with Cognitive Disorder Thrives
          by Amy Harris on May 14, 2025 at 12:28 pm

          An APHA foal in Nova Scotia born with a rare cognitive disorder is doing well, thanks to generous donations from the public. The little filly, named Easy, has had a complicated life so far. According to a story from Global … The post Foal with Cognitive Disorder Thrives appeared first on Horse Canada.

        • Baby Donkey Has Two Mums
          by Amy Harris on May 7, 2025 at 12:49 pm

          Just in time for Mother’s Day, a baby donkey now has two mums following a “one in a million” birth. The donkey foal, who is named Solomon, was born at Dalscone Farm  in Dumfries, Scotland and staff say the threesome … The post Baby Donkey Has Two Mums appeared first on Horse Canada.

        • Przewalski’s Horses Return to Steppes
          by Amy Harris on May 7, 2025 at 12:17 pm

          The world’s rarest equine, the Przewalski’s horse, is getting a major conservation boost with the arrival of an additional 150 animals raised in Hungary to the Kazakh steppes in Kazakhstan, as reported in the Times of Central Asia. The … The post Przewalski’s Horses Return to Steppes appeared first on Horse Canada.

        • Horses and Bird Flu: Is There a Risk?
          by Amy Harris on April 30, 2025 at 2:20 pm

          A new report suggests that horses and other equines can catch, and possibly transmit, the highly infectious avian flu, known as H5N1. The article was published in Equine Disease Quarterly (EDQ) and made the case by citing findings in donkeys … The post Horses and Bird Flu: Is There a Risk? appeared first on Horse Canada.

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        • 2025 Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 Results: Sunshine In Paris Salutes for the Punters
          by Lucy Henderson on May 17, 2025 at 7:04 am

          The class of Group 1 Champions Sprint winner Sunshine In Paris shone brightly at Doomben Racecourse on Saturday, as the mare bravely conquered the heavy track conditions to claim a hard-fought victory in the $1.5 million Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 (1200m). The win marked the first Group 1 of the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival and a The post 2025 Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 Results: Sunshine In Paris Salutes for the Punters appeared first on HorseRacing.com.au.

        • Overpass Leads Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 2025 Field & Odds
          by Lucy Henderson on May 13, 2025 at 2:21 am

          The stage is set for the Group 1 $1.5 million Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 (1200m) this Saturday at Doomben, the official kickoff to the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival‘s elite-level action. A capacity field of top sprinters is assembled, with the Bjorn Baker-trained Overpass narrowly leading the betting as he aims to recapture his winning form. Overpass, The post Overpass Leads Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 2025 Field & Odds appeared first on HorseRacing.com.au.

        • Three-Year-Old Reserve Bank Wins The Goodwood 2025, Beats Sir Sway and Giga Kick
          by Lucy Henderson on May 10, 2025 at 8:12 am

          In a thrilling conclusion to the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival, the talented three-year-old colt Reserve Bank defied his age to conquer a quality field of older sprinters, including the heavily favoured Giga Kick, in a decisive victory in Saturday’s Group 1 $1 million The Goodwood (1200m) at Morphettville. Trained at Cranbourne by Mick Price & The post Three-Year-Old Reserve Bank Wins The Goodwood 2025, Beats Sir Sway and Giga Kick appeared first on HorseRacing.com.au.

        • Giga Kick Heads 2025 The Goodwood Field & Odds
          by Lucy Henderson on May 7, 2025 at 6:09 am

          The highly anticipated return of former The Everest champion Giga Kick headlines Saturday’s Group 1 $1 million The Goodwood (1200m) at Morphettville, the grand finale of the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival. Trained by Clayton Douglas, the five-year-old son of Scissor Kick is the clear $2.20 favourite at Ladbrokes as he embarks on his latest campaign. The post Giga Kick Heads 2025 The Goodwood Field & Odds appeared first on HorseRacing.com.au.

        • South Australian Derby 2025 Field & Odds Update: Statuario Favourite
          by Lucy Henderson on April 29, 2025 at 1:17 am

          The Emma-Lee and David Browne-trained Statuario has firmly established himself as the one to beat in Saturday’s 2025 South Australian Derby at Morphettville, with the popular grey currently leading the betting markets as he aims for consecutive victories. This year’s Group 1 $1 million South Australian Derby (2500m) has attracted a typically strong field of The post South Australian Derby 2025 Field & Odds Update: Statuario Favourite appeared first on HorseRacing.com.au.

          • Blue Stripe Wins Hirsch and Ticket to Distaff
            by Staff Writer on August 7, 2022 at 4:20 am

            The South American mare Blue Stripe tracked a pair of leaders early, then went on by at the head of the stretch to register and impressive length and three-quarters triumph in the $400,000 Grade I Clement L. Hirsch Stakes Saturday at Del Mar. The 5-year-old by the Argentinian stallion Equal Stripes out of an Argentinian The post Blue Stripe Wins Hirsch and Ticket to Distaff appeared first on Horse Racing Reports and News – Turfnsport.

          • Breeders’ Cup Classic Future Wager Opens Friday
            by Staff Writer on August 4, 2022 at 2:26 pm

            Undefeated 4-year-old Flightline has been installed as the 3-1 favorite for the first of two future wagers on this year’s $6 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1). The first Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic Future Wager will open on Friday, Aug. 5 at 12 p.m. ETand will close on Sunday, Aug. 7 at 6:30 p.m. ET. The The post Breeders’ Cup Classic Future Wager Opens Friday appeared first on Horse Racing Reports and News – Turfnsport.

          • American Theorem Stamps Ticket to Breeders’ Cup Sprint
            by Staff Writer on August 1, 2022 at 3:25 pm

            Rustin Kretz’s American Theorem swooped widest and fastest of all Saturday in the 77th edition of the Grade I Bing Crosby Stakes at Del Mar and outran eight rivals to the wire in 1:08.67 for the six-panel headliner. The husky gray son of Triple Crown hero American Pharoah was a length and a half to The post American Theorem Stamps Ticket to Breeders’ Cup Sprint appeared first on Horse Racing Reports and News – Turfnsport.

          • Harness & Horse Racing Heats Up in the Garden State This Summer
            by Staff Writer on August 1, 2022 at 2:36 pm

            New Jersey horse betting is where it’s at for the month of July and August, as thoroughbreds and harness races will be center stage for Garden State bettors over the next handful of weekends. Horse-racing enthusiasts will enjoy the $1 million Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park in Oceanport on July 23. Still, first, harness-racing action The post Harness & Horse Racing Heats Up in the Garden State This Summer appeared first on Horse Racing Reports and News – Turfnsport.

          • Bing Crosby and San Diego Highlight Saturday Card at Del Mar
            by Staff Writer on July 29, 2022 at 2:10 pm

            Topped by a pair of deep and deeply competitive stakes races, Del Mar will present a sparkling 11-race program Saturday on Day 6 of its 83rd summer race meet. First post on the afternoon is 2 p.m. The two stakes – the 77th running of the Grade I, $400,000 Bing Crosby Stakes and the 81st The post Bing Crosby and San Diego Highlight Saturday Card at Del Mar appeared first on Horse Racing Reports and News – Turfnsport.