Al Riffa heads the official ratings for the May 21 Prix Vicomtesse Vigier (G1), although he has ground to make up on Fairy Glen and Caballo de Mar, the 1-2 finishers from the Dubai Gold Cup (G2) at Meydan Racecourse on World Cup night.
One week after male long-distance turf runners competed in the Louisville Stakes (G3T), their female counterparts vie on the Churchill Downs grass course May 23 in the 1 1/2-mile, $250,000 Keertana Stakes.
In the May 21 Prix Aga Khan IV (G1)—formerly the Prix d'Ispahan—there are three genuine middle-distance stars on show, all running over the about 1 3/16-mile trip, which will place a real accent on speed.
The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation proudly announces the return of the Belmont Pledge, an initiative led by a dedicated group of trainers committed to supporting retired racehorses beyond their racing careers.
Canterbury Park begins its 51-day racing season May 23. "We're excited to kick off our 2026 meet this weekend with three days of racing," general manager John Groen said.
Horse Racing Radio Network announces that industry veteran Angela Hermann will join the network's flagship show, the Equine Forum, working alongside HRRN president Mike Penna as co-host of the popular Saturday morning show.
The Pinkerton Vision Award honors those who have had a direct impact on improving the lives of women, served as an outstanding role model, or have displayed great leadership, innovative thinking, and influence in their chosen field.
In the fourth episode of Homegrown Heroes, farm manager Bradley Purcell reflects on growing up at Claiborne Farm and what it means to carry on a legacy working for the Hancock family.