Cheryle Kaus, Author at Horse Racing News & Events

Jonathan Thomas Replaces Catholic Boy with Xenobia

It was a truly emotional and eventful week for trainer Jonathan Thomas that thankfully ended on an optimistic note. Last week, Jonathan Thomas had to bid farewell to Catholic Boy, the two-time grade 1 winner, who was retiring prior to starting a stud career in 2020 at Claiborne Farm. Catholic Boy managed to earn a […]

Posted on: October 24, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Flavien Prat to Ride Blue Chipper in the Breeders’ Cup Starter

Flavien Prat, the Californian-based jockey, will be aboard Blue Chipper, the Grade 1 winner from Korea, for the highly anticipated Breeders’ Cup Big Ass Fans Dirt Mile event, confirmed by agent Derek Lawson. The Kentucky-bred 4-year-old son of Tiznow is going to be the very first horse from Korea to start in the world racing […]

Posted on: October 24, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

The Future of the International Trot with MGM Resorts

For the second time in a space of three years, an Italian-based horse is the champion of the Yonkers International Trot. During 2017, Twister Bi provided an extraordinary world record performance with a time of 2:22.1 around the half-mile track for 1 ¼ miles, and in 2019, Zacon Gio dominated the competition with a time […]

Posted on: October 24, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Animal Kingdom Acquired by Japan

American classic champion and winner Animal Kingdom has recently been sold to Japan. The news was revealed as a tweet from Naoya Yosida, the owner of Winchester Farm, and confirmed by Darren Fox, head of stallion nominations, who stated that the stallion was purchased by the Japan Bloodhorse Breeders’ Association. According to Darren Fox, Arrowfield […]

Posted on: October 19, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Dennis’ Moment Had the Quickest Work at Churchill Downs

Highlighted by the 5 furlong breeze in only :58 4/5 at Iroquois Stakes victor Dennis’ Moment, four runners from Kentucky saddled up at Churchill Downs on October 11, to prepare for the Breeders’ Cup next month, which will take place at Santa Anita Park. Dennis’ Moment provided the fastest time from a total of 42 […]

Posted on: October 15, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Horse Racing Action to Enjoy Before the Breeders’ Crown

It’s a fantastic couple of weeks ahead of the Breeder’s Crown on 24-25 October, 2019, at the Woodbine Mohawk Park, with loads of horses preparing to make their final starts prior to the two-day racing event. The Yonkers International Trot is the first one up, which might not be as exhilarating as the Breeder’s Crown, […]

Posted on: October 12, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Field of Potential Winners for the Breeder’s Cup Classic

Is there a specific horse that you think will be the winner when it comes to next month’s $6 million Breeders’ Cup Classic at Santa Anita Park? It’s nearly impossible to eliminate any of the contenders that will make their way to the starting gate on November 2, 2019 in a horse racing event that […]

Posted on: October 9, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Trainer Darren Weir Charged with Animal Cruelty and Conspiracy Offenses

One of the most anticipated races at the Flemington carnival this year is currently in the middle of a criminal investigation involving former trainer Darren Weir along with his stable hand Jarrod McLean, both charged with animal cruelty and conspiracy offences. The closing stages of the weight for age classic in 2018, also known as […]

Posted on: October 8, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

Horse Racing Returns to Keeneland for Fall Meet

Keeneland will provide a jaw-dropping $3.95 million purse during its opening weekend, where 9 of the scheduled racing events are graded along with “Win and You’re In” events towards the prestigious Breeders’ Cup. With this horse racing event on the horizon, we decided to provide you with an early look into some of the most […]

Posted on: October 4, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus

The Best Sprint Finishes in the Breeders’ Cup

Whether you consider yourself to be a casual horse racing fan or someone that lives for horse racing action, the Breeders’ Cup provides fantastic value and excitement for all. The BC Sprint, considered one of the seven original races in the Breeders’ Cup, has always featured some of the hottest fractions and managed to fulfil […]

Posted on: October 2, 2019 | Cheryle Kaus