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True Bias. False Bias. And the Difference Between Being Sharp… and Being Loud

POSTED: February 18, 2026

One of the most abused, misunderstood, and lazily thrown around terms in modern horse racing is track bias. Everybody’s got one. Everybody sees one. Very...

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The High-Stakes Standoff: Is Churchill Downs Betting Against Federal Oversight?

POSTED: February 18, 2026

The fragile peace in American Thoroughbred racing has officially fractured. In a move that signals the end of bureaucratic patience, the Horseracing Integrity and Safety...

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OBS to Implement Additional Control Measures for Under Tack Shows

POSTED: February 18, 2026

Hip 251 a Jack Christopher colt consigned by Beth Bayer brought $200,000. (OBS/VidHorse Photo) Ocala Breeders’ Sales Company Press Release Ocala Breeders’ Sales Company will...

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The Keeper of the Gates: Has The Jockey Club Failed the American Thoroughbred?

POSTED: February 17, 2026

What we're gonna do right here is go back "The Jimmy Castor Bunch" When you slice and dice through all the recent criticisms of The...

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Road to Derby Day: A Bettor’s Guide to the Prep Season

POSTED: February 17, 2026

Kentucky Derby Day may be the first Saturday in May, but the real journey starts months earlier, when the sport’s best and brightest 3-year-olds begin...

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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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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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Al Haram Flies Late For Famous Saudi Derby Success

POSTED: February 15, 2026

Al Haram (IRE) and Ricardo Ferreira win the Group 3 USD$1.5m Saudi Derby Presented by ZOOD Realty, Credit: JCSA // Mathea Kelley Jockey Club of...

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Imagination Leads Home US Pair In Riyadh Dirt Sprint

POSTED: February 15, 2026

Imagination (USA) gets the better of Just Beat The Odds (USA) in the Group 2 USD$2m Riyadh Dirt Sprint Presented by Saudi National Bank. Credit:...

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