Melissa Bauer-Herzog
When Breeders’ Cup put the “World Championships” in their name, they weren’t lying. Every year, horses from around the world flock to the host track to take their shot at taking home the trophy in...
Racing
Posted October 31st, 2022 ·
Ex-Racehorses Display Award-Winning New Talents at 2022 Thoroughbred Makeover
It took two days of preliminary competition and a Saturday filled with nearly 50 horses competing in the 10-discipline Finale at the 2022 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, but when the...
Aftercare
Posted October 18th, 2022 ·
Horses to Know on the 2022 Dubai World Cup Card
The end of March always brings an exciting night of racing in Dubai, with some of the best horses around the world traveling to Meydan Racecourse for one of the richest racecards in the world...
Racing
Posted March 24th, 2022 ·
Top Ten Reasons People Love Horses
If you’re visiting America’s Best Racing, you’ve likely become a fan of racing and are quickly on your way to loving the sport. While there are about a million different reasons why people love the...
The Life
Posted January 11th, 2022 ·
International Horses You Need to Know For the 2021 Breeders' Cup
A return to California for the Breeders’ Cup means a return to seeing international raiders who are hoping to take advantage of the firm Del Mar turf Nov. 5-6.
Racing
Posted October 30th, 2021 ·
Talent, Versatility of Off-Track Thoroughbreds on Display at Retired Racehorse Project’s ‘Mega-Makeover’
A five-day training competition showcasing retired racehorses, the Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover concluded this weekend with 20 champions – two in each of the 10 disciplines...
Aftercare
Posted October 20th, 2021 ·
Seven Things to Know About the 2021 Thoroughbred Makeover
Only miles from where this fall’s Keeneland race meet is taking place, a few former Keeneland runners are among off-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) lining up for the next phase of competition in their...
Aftercare
Posted October 9th, 2021 ·
What You Need to Know About France’s Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe and Other Breeders’ Cup Preps
Nearly one month before the Breeders’ Cup is held at Del Mar, another important step on the road to the World Championships meet takes place Oct. 3 at Longchamp in Paris, France.
Racing
Posted September 28th, 2021 ·
Life After the Track: Money Moves Making Progress, Gaining Confidence at New Vocations
Since we last checked in with Money Moves in July, the gelding has kept the New Vocations rehabilitation staff on their toes with a few setbacks and a return to life under saddle.
Aftercare
Posted September 20th, 2021 ·
The Rehabilitation Process at New Vocations: Updates on Money Moves and Doctor Victor
This month’s New Vocations rehab update (click here for the first installment) shows the ups and downs of retired racehorse rehabilitation with one of our subjects going to a new home and the other...
Aftercare
Posted July 21st, 2021 ·
Cute Foals of the Week for June 14
In this final 2021 installment of Cute Foals, we bring you the best of new arrivals to the Thoroughbred world as the foaling season winds down. So sit back, relax, and take in our closing Cute...
The Life
Posted June 14th, 2021 ·
Guide to Royal Ascot: The Meet’s Importance, How to Watch, Key Races, and U.S. Horses
If you watched NBC’s coverage of this year’s Triple Crown, you probably heard the commentators talk about something called “Royal Ascot.” If you’re wondering what exactly this fancy-sounding race...
Racing
Posted June 11th, 2021 ·