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Trainer Roger Attfield made a lasting impression when he spoke during his induction into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame at Saratoga Springs, N.Y. in 2012. He used the occasion to make a heartfelt plea in behalf of the sport that means everything to him.

“The best horse should be able to win,” he told those in attendance. “We’ve got to clean up some of the stuff going on out there and get rid of the rubbish. You only need two or three bad apples to spoil the basket.”

What’s in a (Race) Name? A Race and Track for August Belmont

The history of famous race names is often straightforward and simple, but at times, the details of how a particular race received its name can surprise you.

Where Are They Now? Twenty Years of Belmont Stakes Winners

The 2021 Belmont Stakes Presented by NYRA Bets is coming up fast, and if you’ve ever wondered what happens to the victors of the final jewel of the Triple Crown once their racing careers are over, wonder no more!

We have the update on where the past 20 winners below.

2020: Tiz the Law

Where Are They Now? Twenty Years of Preakness Winners

Every year, the Preakness Stakes earns its winner a garland of Black-Eyed Susans and a place in the history books. If you’ve ever wondered what happens to the victors of the middle jewel of the Triple Crown once their racing careers are over, wonder no more! We have the update on where the past 20 winners are now below.

2020: Swiss Skydiver

2021 Hall of Fame Class Features American Pharoah, Todd Pletcher, Jack Fisher

Triple Crown winner American Pharoah, seven-time Eclipse Award-winning trainer Todd Pletcher, and 13-time champion steeplechase trainer Jack Fisher comprise the National Museum of Racing’s 2021 Hall of Fame class.

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