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Moira Dominates Queen’s Plate in Track-Record Time

The fictional Moira Rose, played by Catherine O’Hara for years on the popular sitcom “Schitt’s Creek,” was a spoiled, eccentric, and overly dramatic character.

Her namesake, the talented 3-year-old filly Moira, also has her own unique personality traits, particularly in the lead-up to the race, such as in the paddock. When racing, however, she is simply all class.

Nest Delivers Another Dominant Performance in Alabama Stakes

When it was over, the winner’s circle at Saratoga Race Course after the tenth race on Aug. 20 looked like Times Square at rush hour. Wave after wave of those who call themselves family – or friends – of the gregarious Mike Repole descended upon the mall enclosure at the finish line, the holy grail at the Spa. There were 100 people stuffed in there. Probably more.

General Assembly’s Breathtaking 1979 Travers Win and Record That Stood for 37 Years

There is no denying that some horses have a special affinity for certain racetracks and perform better when flaunting their talents at those tracks. This is particularly notable in Europe, where the style, shape, and design of the courses varies widely, but the scenario is also seen on a smaller scale in the United States, where some horses display a fondness for the dirt and conditions at a particular track.

Breeders' Cup Classic Rankings for Aug. 17

Each week a panel of media members, horseplayers, and Breeders’ Cup World Championships officials release a poll tabulating their votes on the nation's top contenders for the 2022 Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic.

A Closer Look at 2022 Breeders’ Cup Hopeful Casa Creed

The fields for the 14 races that comprise the Breeders’ Cup World Championships really begin to come into focus in summer and fall and this regular feature will offer a snapshot profile of one of the previous weekend’s standout stars.

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