Thoroughbred Racing

Learn how to place a bet at the racetrack, what do a horse's odds mean, and an explanation on the different types of exotic bets.

Dec 17, 2009 - Brent Sedo

The five classics are the most prestigious races of the United Kingdom flat racing calendar. Here are details of the 2010 1000 and 2000 Guineas, Oaks, Derby and St Leger.

Nov 24, 2009 - John O'Connor

On November 6 and 7 at Santa Anita Park in California, 10 horses with Canadian connections raced for Breeders' Cup glory, but only one Canadian finished in the money.

Nov 11, 2009 - Terry McNamee

Breeders' Cup weekend at Santa Anita Racetrack in California began with "Filly Friday" on November 6, with races held on turf and on the synthetic Pro-Ride surface.

Nov 10, 2009 - Terry McNamee

Now and then, a spectacular racehorse will lead the standings by winning constant races and earning top dollars. Zenyatta, a 5 year old filly is doing just that.

Nov 9, 2009 - Tamara Baribeau

Tough economic times are forcing Northern California's only major racetrack to approach its current meet with a reduction in opportunities for its higher quality horses.

Oct 20, 2009 - Chuck Dybdal

The career of thoroughbred racehorse Man O' War lasted sixteen months, but his power and grace inspired a post-war nation and revitalized a faltering sport.

Aug 26, 2009 - Darla Sue Dollman

The $500,000 Breeders' Stakes on Woodbine's E.P. Taylor turf course on August 2 was dominated by Perfect Shower who, at 46-1, was the longest shot on the board.

Aug 3, 2009 - Terry McNamee

It will be hard to evaluate the quality of this year's crop of 3-year-olds, as injuries are continuing to take their toll on the top-ranked runners.

Jul 12, 2009 - Terry McNamee

It was a breathtaking show of dominance. Rachel Alexandra, ridden by Calvin Borel, soared to a 19-1/2-length win in the $300,000 Mother Goose Stakes (G1) on June 28.

Jun 30, 2009 - Terry McNamee

June 2009 was a sad month at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto after three jockeys were hurt and two young horses, Oliver's Strike and Olredlgetcha, died suddenly.

Jun 26, 2009 - Terry McNamee

Despite drifting wide in the stretch, Eye of the Leopard made a final surge to defeat Mr. Fouricos Two U by a neck in the Queen's Plate in Toronto, Ontario, on June 21.

Jun 22, 2009 - Terry McNamee

Less than a week after devastating the field in the Kentucky Oaks, Rachel Alexandra has been sold to Jess Jackson's Stonestreet Stables and Harold T. McCormick.

May 7, 2009 - Terry McNamee

For "Bo-Rail" Calvin Borel, Kentucky Derby life began at 40, with a win in 2007, a third in 2008 and a stunning victory in 2009 on 50-to-1 shot

May 3, 2009 - Carroll Trosclair

The Todman Slipper Trial, or Todman Stakes, is the key lead up race for colts and geldings aiming at the Golden Slipper, one of the world's richest juvenile races.

Mar 17, 2009 - Ross Prowd

The Reisling Slipper Trial is the main lead in race for fillies aiming at the Golden Slipper. The Golden Slipper is one of the world's premier 2yo races.

Mar 17, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Jet Master is an exciting stallion reflecting the growing stature of South African thoroughbred racing and breeding on the international stage.

Mar 9, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Hennessy stood in four different countries in a brief yet remarkable stud career that saw him die young while in South America.

Mar 9, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Catbird died at a young age, but had made an immediate impact on Australian thoroughbred racing and breeding.

Mar 9, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Best In Show was a Champion Broodmare, but her continued influence places her as one of the most important thoroughbreds in the last 50 years.

Mar 9, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Secret Savings died on Christmas Day, but was one of the most successful imported racehorses and sires to have been sent ot Australia.

Mar 8, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Vain won the 1969 Golden Slipper and went on to become one of the dominant speed influences in Australian racing.

Feb 25, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Skyline and Sky High are remarkable in that the full brothers won the prestigious Golden Slipper within two years of each other.

Feb 25, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Todman was the winner of the first Golden Slipper run in 1957. Victory by the champion colt helped establish the race as the greatest 2yo event in the world.

Feb 24, 2009 - Ross Prowd

Curlin won his second consecutive US Horse Of The Year title in a runaway victory. Like his performances on the track, Curlin streeted his rivals in a dominant display.

Feb 23, 2009 - Ross Prowd