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CT: It’s all about the finish for Xcellent Start

Ted Black / 4 weeks

5 min read

Claimed earlier this year, the inaptly named, late-running Xcellent Start may be nearing a return to stakes company for trainer Wade Sanderson.

WVBC: Seeking clarity in 2yo stakes

Ted Black / 3 years

5 min read

Saturday’s juvenile West Virginia Breeders’ Classics (WVBC) 2yo stakes could bring some clarity to a division in which upsets have been the norm.

Charles Town Races
Henry Mercer S.
Jeff Runco
Rachel's Turn S.
Sail On Breeze
West Virginia horse racing
Xcellent Start

Jeff Runco eyeing 2yo stakes sweep

Frank Vespe / 3 years
3
3 min read

Trainer Jeff Runco will saddle the morning line favorite for both of Saturday’s 2-year-old Charles Town stakes with Xcellent Start and Sail On Breeze.

Delaware Park picks and analysis: July 24, 2025

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs picks July 23, 2025

A few minutes with: Jack Fisher

Colonial Downs: Latest jockey and trainer stats

VIDEO: Charles Town weekend highlights

Mid-Atlantic three stars: July 21, 2025

CT: It’s all about the finish for Xcellent Start

WVBC: Seeking clarity in 2yo stakes

Jeff Runco eyeing 2yo stakes sweep

Delaware Park picks and analysis: July.

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs picks July.

A few minutes with: Jack Fisher

Colonial Downs: Latest jockey and trainer.

VIDEO: Charles Town weekend highlights

Mid-Atlantic three stars: July 21, 2025