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Baffert wins first race back at Churchill after ban
Trainer Bob Baffert, back at Churchill Downs for the first time since the end of his suspension by CDI, saddled the winner in the seventh race Wednesday.
Horse Racing
Knight's Choice salutes in Melbourne Cup boilover
Knight's Choice has won the 2024 Melbourne Cup, defeating Warp Speed and Okita Soushi in a thrilling finish at Flemington on Tuesday afternoon.
Horse Racing
2024 Melbourne Cup Field - complete guide
Here we are, spring has completely sprung, the air is warm and thick with the scent of the Flemington roses. It is the first Tuesday in November, which means it is time to run the Melbourne Cup around the famous 3200 metres.
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2024 Melbourne Cup preview
Jarryd Barca runs through the favourites, horses to watch and a few value runners for the 2024 Melbourne Cup.
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2024 Melbourne Cup Day tips: Who should you back in every race?
The biggest day on the Australian racing calendar is finally here! Not sure who to back? Not to worry, as we take you through the best selections and some value runners in Tuesday's 10-race card at the glorious Flemington racecourse.
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Sierra Leone claims win in Breeders' Cup Classic
Sierra Leone won the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic by 1 1/2 lengths Saturday at Del Mar.
Horse Racing
Baffert's horses 1-2 in Breeders' Cup Juvenile
Citizen Bull won the $2 million Breeders' Cup Juvenile by 1½ lengths and Gaming was second at Del Mar on Friday, giving Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert a 1-2 finish
Horse Racing
Betting the Breeders' Cup: Is it time for City of Troy?
Saturday's $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic highlights two days of racing. Here's what to know to bet the races.
Horse Racing
Top-ranked Via Sistina out of Melbourne Cup
Champion jockey James McDonald has been left without a Melbourne Cup ride after dominant Cox Plate winner Via Sistina was ruled out of the race that stops the nation.
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City of Troy (5-2) favorite for Breeders' Cup Classic
City of Troy was made the 5-2 morning-line favorite in a full field of 14 for the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic on Saturday at Del Mar.
Horse Racing
Melbourne Cup: All-time records and statistics
The Melbourne Cup began in 1861 and has since become Australia's most iconic horse race. Over the years, it has produced incredible moments and records. Here's a look at some of the key facts, stats, and history from the Cup's rich past.
Horse Racing
Oldest U.S. horse racing track closing Dec. 28
Freehold Raceway, the oldest horse racing track in the United States, is shutting down at the end of the year.
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Kelce buys stake in horse named Swift Delivery
Three-time Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has bought an ownership stake in a racehorse named Swift Delivery, a purchase that was announced Tuesday by Team Valor International founder and CEO Barry Irwin.
Horse Racing
Fierceness holds off Thorpedo Anna at Travers
Ridden by John Velazquez, Fierceness ran 1 1/4 miles in 2:01.79 to win the Travers on Saturday at Saratoga. He paid $9.80, $5.70 and $3.40.
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