The cast of Horseplayers may be all white guys with beards — but women are stepping up to the windows, too, with increasing confidence, and success.
Teresa Genaro went to Florida for vacation. But everywhere she turned, mid-Atlantic runners and riders were making an impact.
Racetrack people have a long history of taking care of their own, and the holidays are no exception.
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance process offers the four accredited mid-Atlantic groups something more than money — “legitimacy,” as one put it.
The same patience that served Chelsey Keiser well at the beginning of her riding career is helping her to build success.
The racing industry is gradually starting to show concern for retired Thoroughbreds. Those who work with them say that much more is needed — and soon.
Maryland-born Annie Finney will have more than a rooting interest in the Breeders’ Cup. She’s the exercise rider for Princess of Sylmar and Palace Malice.
Last weekend’s Thoroughbred Makeover at Pimlico showcased the versatility of the racehorse and, according to some, is exactly “what racing needs.”
The misnamed Miss Behaviour’s about as well-behaved a filly as you’ll find. She’s also awfully good, as her win in the Grade 2 Matron demonstrated.
A recent international jockey safety conference attracted participants from all over the world — but not many from the United States, which was too bad, says Teresa Genaro.