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McKinzie DQ'd in San Felipe and Bolt d'Oro Declared Winner

POSTED: March 11, 2018

Stewards make some interesting and inconsistent decisions for instance like McKenzie and Bolt d'Oro. When you have subjective rules like if it cost another horse...

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Second Place Finishers to Triple Crown Winners

POSTED: March 11, 2018

American Pharoah at Coolmore I hope you all enjoy this first column for Past the Wire by Nick Costa. Nick is a long time student...

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Thoroughbred Aftercare is the Greater Good

POSTED: February 12, 2018

We have all heard the expression "The Greater Good" before. While you will find no formal definition of the greater good, it is generally intended...

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Gun Runner - Old School

POSTED: January 26, 2018

Gun Runner is a special animal. Probably better than he gets credit for given the way racing has changed. He's danced a lot of big...

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A Day In The Life of a Jockey Agent

POSTED: January 23, 2018

Whichever way you choose to make a living in the Sport of Kings, it is going to be rough, competitive, and much more than a...

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Quite The Wrap - Racing's Year in Review

POSTED: January 1, 2018

As we reflect on the 2017 racing year in review, most think of the best and most memorable races. As a handicapper and student of...

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I Wish....Past the Wire's Annual Christmas Wish List

POSTED: December 20, 2017

The holiday season is upon us, and it is time for the first annual Past the Wire Christmas wish list for the Sport of Kings....

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More Safety News Regarding Concussions

POSTED: December 13, 2017

Perhaps there is no more important safety issue facing riders than the frequency that they suffer concussions and the long term residual effects of those....

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David Jacobson to Have West Coast String

POSTED: November 21, 2017

David Jacobson has said he will have about 20 head at Santa Anita for their upcoming meet. His son Howard will be running the West...

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