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Longines Kentucky Oaks (G1)

May 3, 2024 | bloodhorse.com | Eric Mitchell |Byron King |Corrie McCroskey |Sean Collins

Greg Wolf & Sara Elbadwi look ahead to the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs this weekend. Including appearances from a pair by Bill Mott trainees, Resilience and Just F Y I, eight horses pointed to either the May 3 Kentucky Oaks (G1) or May 4 Kentucky Derby (G1) turned in workouts April 28 at Churchill Downs.
Birthday Bash a Success for Silver Charm, Touch Gold

Feb 24, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Corrie McCroskey

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Birthday Bash a Success for Silver Charm, Touch Gold

Feb 24, 2024 | bloodhorse.com | Corrie McCroskey

Blustery late-winter weather did not stop a crowd of fans from flocking to Old Friends Farm Feb. 24 to celebrate the 30th birthdays of 1997 Triple Crown rivals Silver Charm and . Both horses reside at the Georgetown, Ky., facility. Inside the newly renovated indoor event space, there was food and merriment including human and equine cakes, along with commemorative cards and photos which were given out in exchange for donations. The horses also received plenty of attention and treats.
Finding Peace Behind Bars: Joan Peralta

Dec 14, 2023 | bloodhorse.com | Corrie McCroskey

Settled beneath the hazy blue ridgeline of the Shawangunk Mountains two hours outside of New York City is Wallkill Correctional Facility, home to the very first Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation's Second Chances Program. At first glance, the medium security prison for males appears much more like a building from a J.K. Rowling novel than a place for prisoners.
Occult Blows Away Nine-Horse Field in Monmouth Oaks

Jul 29, 2023 | bloodhorse.com | Corrie McCroskey

Though began 2023 on the right foot with a stakes win, she had yet to replicate that success in the past few months running a troubled fifth in the Gazelle Stakes (G3), and a third last out in the Acorn Stakes (G1). The $272,500 Monmouth Oaks (G3) July 29 at Monmouth Park seemed to finally be the right time to put her talent on display.
Colbert's Individual Approach to Thoroughbreds Pays Off

Jul 24, 2023 | bloodhorse.com | Corrie McCroskey

Though he is native to the quant seaside town of Scituate, Mass., known for its stunning beach views, harbor, and proximity to Boston-rather than horses-Vincent Colbert has carved his own path to success in the Thoroughbred industry. He decided to get into the game in the early 2000's after years spent following the sport, and has now bred several high-class runners including grade 1 winners and Chocolate Gelato , along with recent July 22 Molly Pitcher Stakes (G3) victress Shotgun Hottie .
Roses for Debra Much the Best in Caress Stakes

Jul 22, 2023 | bloodhorse.com | Corrie McCroskey

Roses for Debra came home confidently with her first graded victory in the $194,000 Caress Stakes (G3T) July 22 at Saratoga Race Course under hot-riding Irad Ortiz Jr.The daughter of was settled in second under Ortiz just off the blistering pace by grade 2 winner Bubble Rock as that rival hit the stretch of the 5 1/2-furlong Caress after four furlongs on firm turf in :45.29.
Late Run Pays Off for Consumer Spending in Matchmaker

Jul 22, 2023 | bloodhorse.com | Corrie McCroskey

Finding an extra gear in late stretch, Klaravich Stables' powered home to edge in the $300,000 Matchmaker Stakes (G3T) July 22 at Monmouth Park. Settled into the back of the pack by Joel Rosario, the filly traveled off the pace while and led the 1 1/8-mile turf race through early fractions of :24.41, :49.04 and 1:13.16. In the stretch, Shug McGaughey trainee took command from the outside before Consumer Spending came up with a stronger bid to cross the wire first by a half-length.
A Mission to Transform Lives on the Backside

Jul 18, 2023 | bloodhorse.com | Corrie McCroskey

One seemingly small action can be a catalyst for greater change. Take Abijah's on the Backside, a fledgling aftercare and therapy organization based within the walls of Canterbury Park's shedrows that is fueled by a desire to help retired racehorses recover and transition, with an equal emphasis on helping humans do the same.
Allure of Money Shuts Down Maker's Candy in NY Derby

Jul 17, 2023 | bloodhorse.com | Corrie McCroskey

Maker's Candy may have held the upper hand with bettors heading into the $150,000 New York Derby July 17 at Finger Lakes, but it was local hero Allure of Money who polished off his sixth start-all over the Farmington oval-with a victory. Breaking sharply from the gate under Luis Perez, Allure of Money was ushered to the front behind Tacony Road in :24.09 until finding the lead in :48.93.