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There is just something about the Breeders’ Cup Classic

POSTED: October 20, 2020

Vino Rosso Wins the 2019 Breeders' Cup Classic, with Irad Ortiz Jr. aboard A Different Type of Breeders' Cup Classic Preview The Breeders' Cup Classic...

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In horse racing, all that glitters is not gold

POSTED: October 7, 2020

I like to put what I see on the racetrack in perspective. I always have. When it comes to the sport of horse racing, all...

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Oisin Murphy disputes positive cocaine test in France

POSTED: October 1, 2020

Oisin Murphy can't really be described as a rising star amongst jockeys anymore. He's already a star rider and a force to be reckoned with...

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A Few of The Greatest Losses in Horse Racing

POSTED: September 17, 2020

If you read Past the Wire regularly you'll know there are two things I like to do in my column. I love using great quotes....

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An Unconventional Road to the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby

POSTED: August 31, 2020

Interestingly enough, the Covid-19 pandemic impacted most sports more than it did horse racing, at least in the United States. Sure we felt it, and...

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Gosden Vs O'Brien in the Group 1 King George VI at Ascot

POSTED: July 20, 2020

It is not every day of the week we see just two trainers, albeit two phenomenal trainers, albeit two of the best trainers in the...

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Rick Dutrow Allowed to Withdraw License Application in Kentucky

POSTED: July 14, 2020

Rick Dutrow in the 8th year of a 10 year ban imposed by the New York State Racing and Wagering Board filed an application to...

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The Photo Finish...

POSTED: July 14, 2020

"Who Got the Photo" I haven't been to Belmont Park in a while. The place holds a dear spot in my heart and I have...

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Phoenix Thoroughbreds; World Class

POSTED: June 22, 2020

Partnerships are the here and now way of thoroughbred ownership. Years ago, the top horses were primarily owned by the stables who bred and raced...

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Welcome to Past The Wire, home of Jonathan Stettin’s column on all that is horse racing, the Sport of Kings! We hope you enjoy  Past The Wire where you will find articles and with tons of insight written by Jonathan Stettin. Jonathan shares his many years of experience as a player, owner and agent in the sport of horse racing with you. Jonathan has a unique approach on the game as we know it today coupled with a keen sense of what is going on in the Sport Of Kings on the daily.

Jonathan has been around the sport of horse racing his entire life. You will find candid interviews with owners, trainers and jockeys as well as his uncensored views on the state of horse racing, betting syndicates, opinion pieces and more. Read more from Jonathan Stettin here and allow him to take you Past The Wire!