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Tampa Bay Downs A Celebration

POSTED: February 16, 2026

100 Years of Racing By Eduardo Cofino This past weekend, Tampa Bay Downs celebrated their 100th year of racing.  Since 1926 Tampa Bay Downs has...

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The Great Divide: Industry Fluff vs. The Gambler’s Reality

POSTED: February 16, 2026

More Appearance of a Controlled Narrative I have always said we have two groups who put money into the game as most take it out:...

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The Gilded Insularity: Why the "Inner Circle" Can No Longer Ignore the Noise

POSTED: February 16, 2026

There is a beautiful, protected inner circle in Thoroughbred racing—a space that is gilded, powerful, and meticulously insulated. To those within it, the walls feel...

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Paladin Surges Late to Win Risen Star, Takes Derby Points Lead

POSTED: February 16, 2026

Paladin gets the nose in front of Chip Honcho to take the Risen Star, Fair Grounds Photo Fair Grounds Press NEW ORLEANS — Remsen winner...

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The Ozark Stakes at Oaklawn Park Today

POSTED: February 16, 2026

It is President's day and we have some racing. The Ozark Stakes for three-year olds will be run at Oaklawn Park today. CHR: The Ozark...

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The Untouchables: Why the Racing Media Chokes on the Ortiz Scandal but Swallows Kevin Bond Whole

POSTED: February 16, 2026

Low Hanging Fruit Often Tastes Bad "It is difficult to get a man to understand something when his salary depends upon his not understanding it."...

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California Dreaming: Golden State Rejuvenation for Jockeys

POSTED: February 16, 2026

Maybe It's The Water The California racing circuit, despite its challenges with field size, has become an unexpected proving ground and career revitalizer for a...

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Forever Young Shines Once More For Second Straight Saudi Cup

POSTED: February 15, 2026

Forever Young (JPN) claims the Group 1 USD$20m Saudi Cup for the second time on Saturday, Credit: JCSA // Ali AlZeanaidi Jockey Club of Saudi...

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The "Rainy Day" Mystery: Stewardship or Self-Interest at the Jockey Club?

POSTED: February 15, 2026

Have you ever gotten involved in something and wanted to get out, but you keep feeling brought back in? A few weeks ago I wrote...

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