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She Wore the (Black-Eyed) Susans: Six Fabulous Fillies Who Won the Preakness Stakes

The Preakness Stakes has long been a proving ground for the toughest and most talented 3-year-olds each year. Run two weeks after the Kentucky Derby, colts have traditionally dominated this middle jewel of the Triple Crown, but its 150-year history has seen a few fillies rise to the challenge and etch their names into history.

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Forever Young Rallies Past Romantic Warrior in Saudi Cup, Straight No Chaser Shines in Sprint

After all the soul searching and angst, Romantic Warrior handled his first run on dirt just fine in the $20 million Saudi Cup Feb. 22 at King Abdulaziz Racecourse. But it still wasn’t good enough as Forever Young, a dirt specialist, chased him down in the final strides to win the world’s richest race by a neck.

Meadow Stable's True Hero: Riva Ridge

You should not believe everything you see in a sports movie. In Hollywood, the truth often gets twisted to enhance a story line.

Contrary to what was depicted in the movie “Rudy,” Notre Dame coach Dan Devine was not against practice squad player Daniel Ruettiger appearing in a game. He was the one who came up with the idea.

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Smarty Jones, Ken McPeek Among 16 Hall of Fame Finalists

Eight racehorses, seven trainers, and one jockey account for the 16 finalists that will comprise the National Museum of Racing’s 2025 Hall of Fame ballot, as chosen by the Museum’s Hall of Fame Nominating Committee.

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An Eye-Opening $152 Upset Winner in the Rebel Stakes

The Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park has produced its share of shocking results this century. A $2 win bet on Crowned King paid supporters $75.60 in 2003, Win Willy’s backers made a tidy $115.60 for a couple of bucks in 2009, and Will Take Charge rewarded bettors to the tune of 58 bucks for a $2 bet in 2013 … and he blossomed into a champion.

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