Master of Hounds Pointed to Belmont Stakes: Ballydoyle-owned Master of Hounds (Kingmambo) acquitted himself well on Kentucky Derby day and connections have decided to point him towards the third jewel of the American Triple Crown – the Belmont Stakes. Having shipped in less than a week before the Run for the Roses after a winter... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Wednesday, May 11, 2011 - 18:04
Canford Cliffs Odds-on for Lockinge Stakes: Newbury plays host to some first-class action on the flat this weekend with the Group 1 Lockinge Stakes looking to be one of the most intriguing contests with high-profile Irish runner Canford Cliffs (Tagula) already odds-on for the victory. On Monday, several High street bookmakes clipped Canford... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Monday, May 9, 2011 - 17:48
Derby Winner Animal Kingdom Bound for Pimlico: After capturing a surprise victory in the 2011 Kentucky Derby, 20/1 longshot Animal Kingdom (Leroidesanimeaux) is said to be fit and ready to launch a Triple Crown campaign with connections confirming that it's next stop - Pimlico. Piloted by John Velasquez and winner of the Grade 3... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Monday, May 9, 2011 - 17:43
Wootton Bassett Pointed to French 2000 Guineas: Richard Fahey's Wootton Bassett (Iffraaj) earned plenty of plaudits on Tuesday morning as he put in a supposedly “brilliant” exercise in his first trip back on-course since being withdrawn from the 2000 Guineas. Wootton Bassett's undefeated record likely would have come to an... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Thursday, May 5, 2011 - 02:35
Toby's Corner is Scratched From Kentucky Derby: The road to the Kentucky Derby has just taken its latest sharp fork in the road as Uncle Mo (Indian Charlie)'s vanquisher was removed due to a leg problem. Toby's Corner (Bellamy Road), trained by popular conditioner Graham Motion, was an upset 8/1 victor in the Grade 1 Wood Memorial with... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Tuesday, May 3, 2011 - 21:04
Todd Pletcher Will Ship Three for Royal Ascot: Top American conditioner Todd Pletcher, a winner of last year's Kentucky Derby with upstart Super Saver (Maria's Mon), is set to invade Royal Ascot this year and he is firming up plans to bring a trio of high-profile contenders to the June fixture. The best of the best from his turf... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Tuesday, May 3, 2011 - 00:11
Latest Odds Show Make A Dance Prominent for 1000 Guineas: One of the biggest stories heading into Guineas weekend has been the extremely large gamble being placed on Juddmonte-bred filly Make A Dance (Empire Maker) ahead of the 1000 Guineas. The bay miss has two races under her belt so far and enters the race based on an impressive maiden score against a... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Wednesday, April 27, 2011 - 17:05
Despite Ban Reduction Kieren Fallon Will Miss the Guineas: It is a bittersweet reduction for Kieren Fallon as the controversy that has dogged him in recent weeks has ultimately led to him being left out in the cold ahead of this weekend's Guineas meeting. The flat jockey incurred the ban after being caught for second at Kempton last week and was judged... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Wednesday, April 27, 2011 - 17:02
Al Zarooni Set to Confirm Casamento Guineas Run: It appears as though Casamento (Shamardal) is set to take on the Qipco 2000 Guineas field over the Dante Stakes at York. Godolphin racing manager Simon Crisford spoke to the media this morning and declared “there is a strong chance that he will run – we will know more in the next 12... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Tuesday, April 26, 2011 - 16:04
The Factor Withdrawn From Kentucky Derby Contention: Once-popular Kentucky Derby contender The Factor (War Front) has been officially ruled off the Derby Trail by connections after failing to recover in time following a myectomy to correct a throat issue. The long-term form and health of The Factor is not jeopardized in any way with connections... Read More; A.J. Ryder; Tuesday, April 26, 2011 - 15:57