None Above the Law

Sep 4, 2021 Posted by CTBA In Video

None Above the Law wins $250,000 Grade II Del Mar Derby. ...

None Above the Law Takes Derby

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR Calif. (Sept. 4, 2021) — Given a ground-saving ride by veteran Joe Bravo, the gray California-bred gelding None Above the Law fired in the lane and came away a winner of the 77th running of the Caesars Sportsbook Del Mar Derby at the seaside course Saturday, proving best by three-quarters of a length in the $254,000, Grade II headliner. The son of the Japanese stallion Karakontie who was bred in California by his owners, J. Kirk and Judy Robison of El Paso, TX, found running room in the stretch and outfinished 12 rivals late to tally his sixth victory and earn a first prize of $150,000, which pushed his earnings up to $454,060. He is trained by Peter Miller) “Peter told me this horse can do anything,” said Bravo. “He wins running seven eighths on the dirt; he wins going a mile and one-eighth on the grass. We just saved all we could and I showed him daylight turning for home. He really got... ...

Joker Boy No Joke in I’m Smokin

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept 4, 2021) — Brown, Klein and Lebherz’s unbeaten Joker Boy shook off several challenges and drew away late to tally by three and a half lengths Saturday at Del Mar in the $100,500 I’m Smokin’ Stakes for Golden State Series- eligible 2-year-olds. The colt by Practical Joke, out of the Dixieland band mare Bandera, was bred by Premier Thoroughbreds and had Edwin Maldonado in the irons for trainer Brian Koriner as he picked up a winner’s check for $57,000 to enhance his bankroll to $99,000 and his record to two-for-two. He ran the six furlongs in 1:10.77. “After he won (his maiden) we thought of this race,” said Koriner. “We thought he might be good enough to go in the Futurity. But then you’ve got Bob Baffert freaks in there so we opted for the easier spot and it worked out. Now on Breeders’ Cup Day they have a Cal-bred race for $150,000 or $200,000 (it is the $175,000 Golden State Juvenile Stakes... ...

Connie Swingle

Connie Swingle wins $100,000 Generous Portion Stakes. ...

Alexander-bred Exacta in Generous Portion

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 3, 2021) — Nick Alexander’s homebred Connie Swingle grabbed a good spot early in the six furlong Generous Portion Stakes Friday, then drew well clear in the lane to tally by three and a quarter lengths Friday at Del Mar as the 7-10 favorite in a field of 10 2-year-old California-bred fillies. Owner-breeder Alexander also ran second in the $102,000 feature with his Carmen Miranda. Finishing third was George Krikorian’s homebred Big Novel. Connie Swingle, who was ridden by Giovanni Franco and is trained by Phil D’Amato, had scored the initial victory of her career in a straight maiden race at Del Mar on August 6 and her winner’s share of $57,000 in the dash increased her bankroll to $108,000. Connie Swingle is by Grazen, out of the Sky Mesa mare Sky Marni and is a full sibling to graded stakes winner S Y Sky. “I think she showed her class down the lane,” said D’Amato. “That’s a very respectable time for Cal-bred... ...

Finneus Targets Grade I Del Mar Futurity

DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 3, 2021) – Graded-stakes placed Finneus is the lone California-bred entered in Monday’s $300,000 Grade I Runhappy Del Mar Futurity for 2-year-olds. Finneus is by Stay Thirsty, out of the Ghostzapper mare My Fiona, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Lovingier, Fasihuddin or Navarro and is trained by Walther Solis. He has one win in three starts, earnings of $86,116 and is coming off second in the Aug. 7 Best Pal. ...

Cal-bred Quartet Enters Juvenile Turf

DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 3, 2021) – California-breds My Mane Champ, Mogollon Rim, Shortman and Socal Red are entered in Monday’s $100,000 Del Mar Juvenile Turf Stakes for 2-year-olds. My Mane Champ is by Champ Pegasus, out of the Vale of York mare Little Rooster, was bred by Cicero Farms, is owned by Paradise Farms, Staudacher or Skychai Racing and is trained by Michael Maker. He is making his racing debut. Mogollon Rim is by Finnegans Wake, out of the Bertrando mare Brilliant Melody, was bred by Craig Martin, is owned by Martin or Yamamoto and is trained by Tim Yakteen. He is a maiden making his second start with earnings of $8,400. Shortman is by Prince of Love, out of the Smarty Jones mare Shorty Jones, was bred by Sergio Zepeda, is owned by Sergio Zepeda Jr. and is trained by Sally Rivera. He has one win in two starts with earnings of $19,902 and is coming off a fifth in an Aug. 8 optional claimer. Socal Red is... ...

Camino Del Paraiso Seeks Rolling Green Repeat

ALBANY, Calif. (Sept. 3, 2021) – Northern California Yearling Sale graduate and defending champion Camino Del Paraiso and fellow California-breds Hong Kong Cowboy and Shadrack are entered in Monday’s $50,000 Rolling Green Stakes at Golden Gate. Shadrack is by Gig Harbor, out of the Tiznow mare Devilinabaydress, was bred by owner Ray McCanna and is trained by Tim McCanna. He has five wins in 21 starts, earnings of $159,974 and is coming off a seventh in a July 23 optional claimer. Hong Kong Cowboy is by Decarchy, out of the Moscow Ballet mare Dom Ba Doomba, was bred by Andreas Psarras, is owned by Humberto Martinez and trained by Jerry Puertas. He has four wins in 39 starts, earnings of $49,260 and is coming off a second in an Aug. 15 starter’s allowance. Camino Del Paraiso is by Suances, out of the Successful Appeal mare Loni’s Appeal, was bred by Red Baron’s Barn, is owned by Paradise Road Ranch and trained by O.J. Jauregui. The $5,000 purchase at the Northern... ...

Stallion Texas Ryano Has First Winner

DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 2, 2021) – California stallion Texas Ryano was represented by his first winner on Thursday when Peppermint Flirt won the sixth race at Del Mar, a $70,000 maiden special weight for Cal-bred 2-year-old fillies. Peppermint Flirt, out of the Artie Schiller mare Dial a Date, was bred by Williamson Racing, is owned by Masino Racing Stable and trained by Craig Dollase. This was her second career start. She is Texas Ryano’s second foal to race. She ran the mile on turf in 1:37.66 and won by a neck at odds of 5-1 in a field of nine. Texas Ryano stands at Arroyo Vista Farm in Valley Center. ...

At the Spa Enters Grade I Debutante

DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 2, 2021) – Unbeaten multiple stakes winner At the Spa is the lone California-bred entered in Sunday’s $300,000 Grade I Del Mar Debutante Stakes for 2-year-old fillies. At the Spa is by Outwork, out of the Smoke Glacken mare Spa Creek, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Lovingier, Beckerle or Carrillo and is trained by Jorge Periban. She has won all three races with earnings of $164,580 and is coming off a win in the Aug. 5 California Thoroughbred Breeders Association Stakes. ...

Cal-bred Trio in Juvenile Fillies Stakes

DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 2, 2021) – California-breds La Deuxieme Etoile, Distorted Diva and Dendera are among the entries in Sunday’s $100,000 Del Mar Juvenile Fillies Stakes for 2-year-old fillies. La Deuxieme Etoile is by Nyquist, out of the Square Eddie mare Le Premiere Etoile, was bred by owner Reddam Racing and is trained by Doug O’Neill. She is a maiden making her third start with earnings of $21,710. Distorted Diva is by Distorted Humor, out of the Scat Daddy mare Baby Bea Scattin, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Lovingier or Deweese and is trained by Walther Solis. She has one win in four starts, earnings of $70,216 and is coming off an Aug. 13 maiden win. Dendera is by Shaman Ghost, out of the Scat Daddy mare Daddy’s Duo, was bred by Batchelor Family Trust, is owned by Batchelor Family Trust or Cicero Farms and is trained by John Sadler. She has one win in two starts, earnings of $43,400 and is coming off an Aug.... ...

Jockey Club Owner Conference Nov. 3

From The Jockey Club DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 2, 2021) — We continue to plan a one-day, in-person Owner Conference during Breeders’ Cup week in Del Mar California, and hope that you are putting this informative event on your calendar. As you know these conferences are attended by existing owners and those considering ownership. The Conference is scheduled for Wednesday November 3rd from 8:30am until 5:00pm followed by a conference dinner that evening. The conference location has not been finalized, but we expect to announce soon the Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa as the conference host site. As part of the planning, it’s important we know how many attendees to expect for the Conference to insure we have the correct number of hotel rooms, the correct amount of food & beverage counts, and Breeders’ Cup race day tickets to order along with the BC Draw and Breakfast Marquee. Our initial estimates based on feedback is about 100 guests. However as of today, we are well short of that goal.... ...

Rock N Rye Seeks Second Stakes Win

DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 1, 2021) – Graduation Stakes winner Rock N Rye returns in Saturday’s $100,000 I’m Smokin Stakes for Golden State Series eligible 2-year-olds at Del Mar. Zuboshi is a filly also entered in Friday’s Generous Portion Stakes. She is by Straight Fire, out of the Pure Prize mare No Better Terms, was bred by owner KMN Racing and is trained by Peter Miller. She has one win in two starts, earnings of $63,600 and is coming off a July 30 maiden win. Freedom’s Glory is by Heaven’s Glory, out of the Dixie Chatter mare Dixie Chick Rocks, was bred by owners John & Allegra Ernst and is trained by Daniel Dunham. He is a maiden making his third start with earnings of $4,700. Joker Boy is by Practical Joke, out of the Dixieland Band mare Bandora, was bred by Premier Thoroughbreds, is owned by Brown, Klein or Lebherz and is trained by Brian Koriner. He won his lone start Aug. 7 with earnings of $42,000. Northern California... ...

Cal-bred Trio Enters Del Mar Derby

DEL MAR, Calif. (Sept. 1, 2021) – California-breds None Above the Law, Hockey Dad and Jimmy Blue Jeans are entered in Saturday’s $250,000 Grade II Del Mar Derby for 3-year-olds, presented by Caesars Sportsbook at Del Mar. None Above the Law is by Karakontie, out of the Northern Afleet mare Legally Blanca, was bred by J. Kirk and Judy Robison, is owned by Downstream Racing and trained by Peter Miller. He has five wins in 14 starts, earnings of $304,060 and is coming off a win in the July 30 Real Good Deal. Hockey Dad is by Nyquist, out of the Yankee Victor mare Ann Summers Gold, was bred by owner Reddam Racing and is trained by Doug O’Neill. He has three wins in eight starts, earnings of $158,140 and is coming off a second in an Aug. 12 optional claimer. Jimmy Blue Jeans is by James Street, out of the Marino Marini mare Blue Blizzard, was bred by Perry Bruno and John Gezon, is owned by Bruno, Gezon and... ...

Dennis Alfieri Reappointed to CHRB Board

From the Office of the Governor SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Aug. 31, 2021) — Dennis Alfieri, 62, of Pasadena, has been reappointed to the California Horse Racing Board of Directors, where he has served since 2018. Alfieri has been Managing Member of Mission Real Estate Group since 2005. He was Chief Executive Officer of the Sheriff’s Youth Foundation from 2017 to 2020. He was Principal and a Founding Partner at Bantry Property Services LLC from 2005 to 2010 and General Partner and Founder of Twin Palms Restaurants from 1991 to 2005. Alfieri is a 40-year member of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association and a member of the Pasadena Optimist Club. This position requires Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Alfieri is a Republican. ...

Los Alamitos County Fair Meet on Deck

From Los Alamitos Publicity CYPRESS, Calif. – Five stakes worth a combined $400,000 highlight the 2021 Los Angeles County Fair meet at Los Alamitos. The 10-day season will begin Friday, Sept. 10 and continue through Sunday, Sept. 26. Racing will be conducted Friday-Sunday the first two weeks (Sept. 10-12 and Sept. 17-19) and Thursday-Sunday (Sept. 23-26) the final four days. Post time will be 1 p.m. The richest of the stakes races is the $100,000 Los Alamitos Special. The race at 1 1/16 miles – it was run previously (2018-2019) at 1 ¼ miles – will be offered Sunday, Sept. 19. The initial stakes of the season is the $75,000 Beverly J. Lewis for 3-year-old fillies at six furlongs. The Lewis will be run Saturday, Sept. 11. There are two stakes events for 2-year-olds. The $75,000 Capote will be run Saturday, Sept. 18 while the $75,000 Phone Chatter for fillies will be contested Saturday, Sept. 25. Both races are at 6 ½ furlongs. Completing the schedule is the $75,000 E.B.... ...

Juvenile Fillies on Stage in Generous Portion

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 29, 2021) – California stallions Stanford, Straight Fire and Grazen are represented by multiple progeny in Friday’s $100,000 Generous Portion Stakes for Golden State Series eligible 2-year-old fillies at Del Mar. Cause She’s a Lady is by Creative Cause, out of the Warrior’s Reward mare Warriorscmoutoplay, was bred by Thomas Bachman, is owned by Slugo Racing or Paymaster Racing and is trained by Mike Puype. She is making her racing debut. Drizella is by Stanford, out of the Royal Applause mare Tinderella, was bred by Magee-Wolfson, is owned by William Peeples and is trained by Luis Mendez. She has one win in four starts, earnings of $70,400 and is coming off a second in the Aug. 5 CTBA Stakes. Madiha is by Shaman Ghost, out of the Great Notion mare Very Few Details, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Lovingier, Madiha or Navarro and is trained by Walther Solis. She is a maiden making her third start with earnings of $15,660. Stopdropandroll is by... ...

Take Me for a Spin to Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Aug. 29, 2021) – Take Me for a Spin is the lone California-bred entered in Saturday’s $50,000 Budweiser Special Stakes at Albuquerque. Take Me for a Spin is by Old Topper, out of the Ministers Wild Cat mare Going for a Spin, was bred by Tommy Town Thoroughbreds, is owned by Stable H.M.A. and is trained by Bret Hone. He has three wins in 10 starts, earnings of $81,740 and is coming off a third in an Aug. 22 claimer. ...

Four Cal-bred Stakes at Del Mar Crosby Meet

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 29, 2021) — Del Mar Thoroughbred Club’s eighth fall race meeting – officially titled the Bing Crosby Season in a salute to the seaside track’s founder – includes four stakes restricted to Golden State Series eligibles during a 15-day session starting on Wednesday, November 3. Del Mar also will host the 38th edition of the Breeders’ Cup Championships during its fall stand with 14 major races worth more than $31 million slated on Friday, November 5 and Saturday, November 6. The track had previously been home to the Breeders’ Cup in 2017. The Cal-bred races are: The Golden State Juvenile Fillies and Golden State Juvenile Stakes, each to be run at seven furlongs and worth $175,000, on Friday, Nov. 5; the $100,000 Betty Grable Stakes for fillies and mares 3 years & up at seven furlongs on Sunday, Nov. 7; and the $100,000 Cary Grant Stakes for 3 years & up at seven furlongs on Sunday, Nov. 21. A highlight of the session... ...

Del Mar Moves to Earlier Post Time

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 29, 2021) — Anticipating an earlier sunset and wanting to be sure that all of its races could be run under optimal conditions during the Labor Day weekend, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club announced today that it has moved up its first post on the upcoming Saturday, Sunday and Monday to 1:30 from its normal 2 p.m. start. “We need to be sure that we’ve got plenty of daylight to keep our horses and riders safe,” said DMTC vice president and racing secretary David Jerkens. Entries for the Saturday card will be taken this Wednesday, while Sunday’s card will be drawn on Thursday and, finally, the Labor Day card will be taken on Friday. ...

Stay Thirsty’s Pickin’ Time Wins in N.J.

By DRF.com OCEANPORT, N.J. (Aug. 29, 2021) — Pickin’ Time, a New Jersey-bred son of California stallion Stay Thirsty, won his first appearance in a race restricted to New Jersey-breds on Sunday in the $100,000 New Jersey Breeders Handicap at Monmouth Park. The race was for 3-year-olds and up at six furlongs and was one of three stakes on the card – all restricted to horses bred in New Jersey. Purses for the races totaled $325,000. Pickin’ Time won last year’s Grade 3 Nashua at Aqueduct and the Smoke Glacken at Monmouth and was the 2-year-old New Jersey-bred champion of 2020. He came into the New Jersey Breeders Handicap off a fifth-place finish in the Grade 1 Haskell Invitational. Pickin’ Time ($8.60) was content to sit just off the pace, with Pnutbutter Special taking the field through an opening quarter in 22.13 seconds and Golden Brown, the 3-5 favorite, taking over through a half-mile in 45.23. Pickin’ Time soon moved to the fore, drifted in the lane, and went on... ...

Walk-up Admission Returns to Santa Anita

From Santa Anita Publicity ARCADIA, Calif. (Aug. 26, 2021) — With tickets set to go on sale at 10 a.m. PT, Wednesday, Sept. 1, Santa Anita’s 16-day Autumn Meet, which opens on Friday, Oct. 1, will mark the return of “Walk-Up” admission and a new inclusive pricing structure that combines admission, general parking, and a racing program. Additionally, fans will now be able to access Santa Anita’s Club House and General Admission areas for the same $10 admission price, with open seating offered in the Grandstand, Sirona’s Bar, Paddock Room, and Seabiscuit Court. Santa Anita Thoroughbreds Club and XB Rewards members will get a discounted price of five dollars, which also includes General Parking and a Racing Program. Santa Anita’s spacious Infield Area will be open each weekend, with $5 Admission, which also includes General Parking and Racing Program. SANTA ANITA’S NEW AUTUMN MEET PRICING SCHEDULE $10 Admission includes Program & General Parking – Open Seating in Grandstand, Sirona’s Bar, Paddock Room, Paddock Side Tables, and Seabiscuit Court. – Children 17... ...

CTBA Sales Grad Wins Stakes at Delaware

From Delaware Park Publicity WILMINGTON, Del., (Aug.) 25, 2021 — California-bred Cashing Big Checks, a graduate of the CTBA’s January Sale, notched her first career victory in Wednesday’s restricted $50,000 Blue Hen Stakes for 2-year-old fillies at Delaware Park. The 2-year-old daughter of Mr. Big is out of the Indian Charlie mare Palisadesprincess, was bred by George Krikorian, is owned by Troy Johnson & Jagger Inc. and is trained by Jamie Ness. The $1,500 purchase at the CTBA January Sale is a maiden making her second start with earnings of $9,500. The California-bred won by a nose over Mama G’s Wish with Xavier Perez. It was 9 ¼-lengths farther back to the 3-to-5 favorite in the field of four, My Boss with Daniel Centeno, in third. Cashing Big Checks covered the five and a half furlongs in 1:05.38 over a fast main track. In her only other career outing, she finished second in a five furlong maiden at Delaware Park on August 4th. “She gave me everything today,” said winning... ...

Brickyard Ride Takes the Stage in O’Brien

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 25, 2021) – Graded winner Brickyard Ride and fellow California-bred Surfing Star are entered in Saturday’s $200,000 Grade II Pat O’Brien Stakes at Del Mar. Brickyard Ride is by Clubhouse Ride, out of the Southern Image mare Brickyard Helen, was bred by owner Alfred Pais and is trained by Craig Lewis. He has eight wins in 17 starts, earnings of $470,477 and is coming off a fifth in the July 31 Bing Crosby. Surfing Star is by Surf Cat, out of the Strong Hope mare Sister Esperanza, was bred by Old English Rancho & Bruce Headley, is owned by Barnhart, Foxx or Naify, et al and is trained by Karen Headley. He has three wins in 14 starts, earnings of $180,831 and is coming off a fourth in a July 25 optional claimer. ...

Cal-bred Pair in Muckleshoot Derby

AUBURN, Wash. (Aug. 25, 2021) – California-breds Falsely Accused and Kowboykabin are entered in Sunday’s $50,000 Muckleshoot Derby for 3-year-olds at Emerald Downs. Falsely Accused is by Strong Mandate, out of the Maria’s Mon mare Princess Hillary, was bred by Dale Mahlum, is owned by Randall and Rossi LLC, Gary Huges and Lucarelli Racing and is trained by Frank Lucarelli. He has one win in five starts, earnings of $48,438 and is coming off a fourth in a July 31 optional claimer. Kowboykabin is by Indian Evening, out of the Globalize mare Cell Line Forever, was bred by owner George Todaro and is trained by Tom Wenzel. He has two wins in eight starts, earnings of $33,449 and is coming off an Aug. 12 allowance win. ...

Aquinas Entered in Washington Oaks

AUBURN, Wash. (Aug. 25, 2021) – Aquinas is the lone California-bred entered in Sunday’s $50,000 Washington Oaks for 3-year-old fillies at Emerald Downs. Aquinas is by Tonalist, out of the Friends Lake mare Hong Kong Lake, was bred by Willow Tree Farm, is owned by Steve and Letha Haahr and is trained by Jeffrey Metz. She has one win in five starts, earnings of $6,243 and is coming off a July 24 maiden win. ...

Grande Joins CHRB as Chief Racing Vet

From CHRB SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Aug. 23, 2021) – Dr. Timothy Grande is helping the California Horse Racing Board meet its obligation to protect horses and riders. While Dr. Grande has long been involved in safety efforts as Official Veterinarian (OV) on Southern California’s thoroughbred circuit, he recently increased his commitment by stepping into the newly created position of Chief Official Veterinarian (COV) for all of California racing. Dr. Grande has been working in tandem since July 1 with Dr. Jeffrey Blea, the CHRB’s equine medical director (EMD). Exactly how that teamwork will play out has yet to be fully determined, but both have some thoughts on the matter, as does CHRB Executive Director Scott Chaney. “We have been fortunate to benefit from the expertise of Dr. Grande for a number of years in California,” said Chaney. “He pioneered the concept of the entry review panel. With this new, expanded role, California further enhances its commitment to animal welfare.” Dr. Blea added, “I worked with Dr. Grande for many years on... ...

Lieutenant Dan

Lieutenant Dan wins $100,000 Grade III Green Flash. ...

Lieutenant Dan Speeds to Green Flash Win

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 22, 2021) — Nick Alexander’s homebred Lieutenant Dan was just too fast for seven rivals in Sunday’s $101,500 Green Flash Handicap at Del Mar, running five furlongs on turf in :55.98. The 5-year-old California-bred gelding by Alexander’s prime stallion, Grazen, shook off pressure early, then cleared late to finish two and a quarter lengths best in the dash for 3-year-olds and up. He picked up a check for $60,000 for the win and pushed his bankroll to $543,740. Geovanni Franco rode the winner for trainer Steve Miyadi. “In this day and age you’re always worried about the bounce. I didn’t train him particularly hard for (a win here July 23), because I was thinking about this race and I was pleasantly surprised at how well he ran,” said Miyadi. “That’s when you worry about the bounce. He overcame my training.” “Since he’s come back from his layoff (was away from June 2020 to July 2021), he’s more puffed up. He’s acting like a... ...

Cap Reached on Supplemental H-2B Visas

From NTRA WASHINGTON, D.C. (Aug. 21, 2021) — United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that it had received enough petitions for returning workers to reach the additional 22,000 H-2B visas made available through the FY 2021 H-2B supplemental visa temporary final rule and would reject and return any cap-subject petitions for H-2B returning workers received after August 13. USCIS also announced that it would return any accompanying fees with these petitions. The FY 2021 H-2B supplemental visa temporary final rule published in May offered employers 22,000 supplemental H-2B visas for FY 2021. Of these, 6,000 were reserved for nationals of the Northern Triangle countries of Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala and 16.000 for returning workers. Although the USCIS announced that they had received enough petitions for the 16,000 visas initially made available for returning workers, it did not receive enough to reach the 6,000 allocated for workers from the Northern Triangle countries. In late July, USCIS began accepting petitions for those remaining H-2B visas. “As... ...

Harper’s Gallop Enters Tranquility Lake

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 22, 2021) – Harper’s Gallop is the lone California-bred entered in Friday’s $80,000 Tranquility Lake Stakes for fillies and mares at Del Mar. Harper’s Gallop is by Suances, out of the Broken Vow mare Dypsy, was bred by owner Red Baron’s Barn & Vaya Con Suerte and is trained by Leonard Powell. She has five wins in 14 starts, earnings of $156,971 and is coming off three consecutive optional claiming wins. ...

Ferraro Named Winner of Pincay Award

From CHRB DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 19, 2021) — Dr. Gregory Ferraro, the current chairman of the California Horse Racing Board and a veterinarian for over half a century who has made an enduring impact on California racing as a practicing veterinarian, an equine surgeon and a medical executive, has been named the 17th recipient of the Laffit Pincay, Jr. Award. He’ll be honored in that role at Del Mar with ceremonies during this Saturday’s TVG Pacific Classic Day program. The Pincay Award, named for and presented by the Hall of Fame rider, goes to those who have served the sport “with integrity, extraordinary dedication, determination and distinction.” “I can think of few people who fit the requirements for this award better than Dr. Ferraro,” stated Pincay. “He has been a champion for horses and horse people throughout his life and his mark on our game will go on and on. He most certainly deserves this award and it will be my honor to salute him with it.” Dr. Ferraro,... ...

Lieutenant Dan, Give Me the Lute Clash

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 19, 2021) – Multiple stakes winner Lieutenant Dan and fellow stakes winner Give Me the Lute are the California-breds entered in Sunday’s $100,000 Grade III Green Flash Handicap at Del Mar. Lieutenant Dan is by Grazen, out of the Indian Charlie mare Excusable, was bred by owner Nick Alexander and is trained by Steve Miyadi. He has six wins in 14 starts, earnings of $483,740 and is coming off a July 23 optional claiming win. Give Me the Lute is by Boisterous, out of the Midnight Lute mare Steal the Lute, was bred by Gary Barber, is owned by Hogan or Hogan and is trained by Andy Mathis. He has five wins in 13 starts, earnings of $189,323 and is coming off a win in the June 12 Albany. ...

CHRB Meeting Summary

From CHRB SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Aug. 19, 2021) — The California Horse Racing Board conducted a meeting by teleconference on Wednesday, August 18. The public participated by dialing into the teleconference and/or listening through the audio webcast link on the CHRB website. Chairman Gregory Ferraro chaired the meeting, joined by Vice Chair Oscar Gonzales and Commissioners Dennis Alfieri, Damascus Castellanos, Brenda Washington Davis, Wendy Mitchell, and Alex Solis. The audio of this entire Board meeting is available on the CHRB Website (www.chrb.ca.gov) under the Webcast link. In brief: The Board conditionally approved the license application for the Los Angeles Turf Club (II) to conduct a race meet at Santa Anita Park with racing programs beginning October 1 and concluding October 31. If Santa Anita does not finalize an agreement with the California Thoroughbred Trainers before then, this application will be reconsidered at the September 15 meeting of the Board. The Board approved the license application for a meeting of the Los Angeles County Fair at Los Alamitos Race Course with racing programs beginning September... ...

Acclimate Seeks Second Del Mar Handicap

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 18, 2021) – Multiple graded stakes winner Acclimate, who won this race in 2019, is the lone California-bred entered in Saturday’s $300,000 Grade II Del Mar Handicap, presented by The Japan Racing Association. Acclimate is by Acclamation, out of the Boundary mare Knows No Bounds, was bred by Old English Rancho, Sal Berumen and Patsy Berumen, is owned by The Ellwood Johnston Trust, Timmy Time Racing or Tevelde and is trained by Phil D’Amato. He has seven wins in 25 starts, earnings of $557,872 and is coming off a win in the June 19 San Juan Capistrano. ...

Closing Remarks Can Be Found in Oaks

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 18, 2021) – Stakes winner Closing Remarks is the lone California-bred entered in Saturday’s $300,000 Grade I Del Mar Oaks for 3-year-old fillies. Closing Remarks is by Vronsky, out of the Unusual Heat mare Orange Cove, was bred by owner Harris Farms and is trained by Carla Gaines. She has two wins in eight starts, earnings of $230,500 and is coming off a third in the July 23 Fleet Treat Stakes. ...

I’m So Anna Targets Torrey Pines

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 18, 2021) – Multiple stakes winner I’m So Anna and fellow California-bred Jeanne B are entered in Saturday’s $100,000 Grade III Torrey Pines Stakes for 3-year-old fillies at Del Mar. I’m So Anna is by Fast Anna, out of the Jet West mare So So Fast, was bred by owner KMN Racing and is trained by Steve Sherman. She has four wins in 12 starts, earnings of $289,740 and is coming off a win in the July 23 Fleet Treat Stakes. Jeanne B is by Govenor Charlie, out of the In Summation mare Story of Her Life, was bred by owner Bryan Carney and is trained by Daniel Franko. She has two wins in 21 starts, earnings of $62,914 and is coming off a win in an Aug. 6 starter’s allowance. ...

Cal-bred Pair Enter Barbara Shinpoch

AUBURN, Wash. (Aug. 18, 2021) – California-breds Smiling Salsa and Wegottodrinking are entered in Sunday’s $50,000 Barbara Shinpoch Stakes for 2-year-old fillies at Emerald Downs. Smiling Salsa is by Smiling Tiger, out of the Maria’s Mon mare Princess Hillary, was bred by Dale Mahlum, is owned by Dan Warden, Double R Racing and WEEM Racing and is trained by Blaine Wright. She is a maiden making her third start with earnings of $6,926. Wegottodrinking is by Misremembered, out of the Malibu Moon mare Runaway Moon, was bred by Richard Barton Enterprises and Robert Traynor, is owned by Carbon River Racing and is trained by Jennifer Nunnally. She won her lone start with earnings of $11,193. ...

George Krikorian Wins TOBA Award

By TDN.com LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 18, 2021) — George Krikorian has been named California Breeder of the Year by the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association and will be honored with other state winners at the organization’s Sept. 11 national awards dinner. “TOBA congratulates the remarkable achievements of all of the state and Canadian breeders, who truly represent the foundation of our sport,” said Dan Metzger, president of TOBA. “Their commitment to excellence and devotion to the horse epitomizes what makes Thoroughbred racing a truly unique and special sport.” Also honored during the TOBA National Awards program will be the National Owner of the Year, National Breeder of the Year, National Small Breeder of the Year, National Broodmare of the Year, Cot Campbell Racing Partnership of the Year, Industry Service Award, Claiming Crown Horse of the Year and the Sport Horse of the Year. TOBA’s National Awards will be presented live at Hill ‘n’ Dale at Xalapa, with a special performance from legendary Motown artist Gladys Knight. ...

George Krikorian Wins TOBA Award

Fasig-Tipton Calif. Fall Sale Catalog Online

By Bloodhorse.com ARCADIA, Calif. (Aug.17, 2021) — Fasig-Tipton has cataloged 267 entries for its California Fall Yearlings and Horses of All Ages Sale, to be held on Tuesday, Sept. 28, at Fairplex in Pomona, Calif. The sale will begin at 12 p.m. PT. Hips 1-248 are all yearlings—primarily bred in California—by leading sires both nationally and regionally. Hips 249-267 consist of broodmares, racing and or broodmare prospects, and weanlings. Covering sires include Danzing Candy , Maximum Security , Sir Prancelot, Smiling Tiger , and Street Boss . Weanling sires include Danzing Candy, Mitole , and Sir Prancealot. “We are very pleased with how this catalog has come together, especially from a pedigree point of view,” said Fasig-Tipton California representative Mike Machowsky. “Sire power represented among the yearlings is very strong—an exciting mix of leading sires both locally and nationally, and strong representation from promising first- and second-crop yearling sires. “We are also excited to add a horses of all ages segment to this sale for the first time, providing another valuable outlet for local racing and breeding operations to offer quality stock.” ... ...

Cashing Big Checks Enters Blue Hen

WILMINGTON, Del. (Aug. 19, 2021) – Cashing Big Checks, a graduate of the CTBA’s January Sale, is the lone California-bred entered in Wednesday’s $50,000 Blue Hen Stakes for 2-year-old fillies at Delaware Park. Cashing Big Checks is by Mr. Big, out of the Indian Charlie mare Palisadesprincess, was bred by George Krikorian, is owned by Troy Johnson & Jagger Inc. and is trained by Jamie Ness. The $1,500 purchase at the CTBA January Sale is a maiden making her second start with earnings of $9,500. ...

Pulpit Rider

Pulpit Rider wins $150,000 Solana Beach Stakes. ...

Pulpit Rider Repeats in Solana Beach

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 15, 2021) — For the second year in a row, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Williams’ Pulpit Rider was up in the very last stride to win by a nose in the $150,000 Solana Beach Stakes for Golden State Series-eligible fillies and mares at Del Mar. The now 6-year-old mare by the late sire Lucky Pulpit benefitted from a heady ride by Del Mar’s top jockey, Flavien Prat, and caught Legacy Ranch’s Nardini right on the wire. This was actually Pulpit Rider’s third straight start in the Solana Beach. In 2019 she finished second, but was disqualified back to sixth for interference. “I rode her with a lot of confidence,” said Prat. “Mike (trainer Puype) gave me that confidence. He said she was ready and to ride her that way. I thought I’d won the bob at the end, but you don’t know about those things. It worked out.” The winner ran the mile on grass in 1:34.21 in the Cal-bred headliner. She picked up... ...

Pontiff Relocated to Daehling Ranch

From Daehling Ranch ELK GROVE, Calif. (Aug. 17, 2021) — Pontiff, a winning son of multiple leading sire Giant’s Causeway and half-brother to major sire Pulpit, has relocated from Washington to stand at Daehling Ranch in Northern California for the 2022 breeding season. His fee is $2,500, live foal guarantee. Bred in Kentucky by Claiborne Farm and sold for $310,000 as a Keeneland yearling in 2011, Pontiff was rated highly enough by original trainer Dale Romans and former owner Donegal Racing to contest Gulfstream Park’s $1 million Florida Derby (G1) in his third lifetime start as a 3-year-old maiden in 2013, in a race that was won by subsequent Kentucky Derby (G1) winner Orb. Following an unplaced finish in that early test, he went on to record victories on dirt in Oklahoma and on turf in Minnesota and Texas, excelling at two-turn distances as an older horse. Pontiff retired from racing in 2017 with three wins and 17 placings from 35 career starts, and total earnings of $126,481. He initiated his... ...

Strong Gains for CTBA NorCal Yearling Sale

Click here to see the sales result: 2021-NorCal-Sales-Results.pdf PLEASANTON, Calif. (Aug. 10, 2021) – Tuesday’s California Thoroughbred Breeders Association Northern California Yearling Sale posted strong gains across the board from 2020, with average yearling sales price of nearly $10,000, highest in six years. A filly by promising new stallion Stanford was the sale topper at $45,000. She is out of the Broken Vow mare Jeannie’s Genie, bred by Michael Allen, consigned by Easterbrook Livestock and purchased by Robert Jones. The highest-priced colt is by Vronsky, purchased by GCCI for $36,000. He is out of the Tizbud mare Just Lookn Again, was bred by West 12 Ranch, Inc. & Craig Allen and consigned by Hanson’s River Ranch. Average yearling sales price of $9,977 was nearly 40 percent higher than last year’s $7,217 and is the highest since $11,537 in 2015. Gross yearling sales on Tuesday were $917,900, compared to $505,200 last year for 69 sold. Yearling median price doubled from last year’s $3,000 to $6,000. ...

CHRB Meeting Advisory

From CHRB SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Aug. 11, 2021) — The California Horse Racing Board will conduct a teleconference meeting on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Consistent with Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, the meeting will be teleconference only. No physical location will be provided. The public may participate in either of two ways. The webcast audio link on the CHRB website will continue to provide a way for the public to listen to this meeting. Those wishing to speak during the meeting may dial 888-392-4564 and enter 6896291# to join the teleconference. To speak on any item, press star 1 to enter the speakers’ queue. Those providing unsolicited public comment on individual agenda items will be limited to two minutes. Comments must relate specifically to the agenda items. Note that for agenda item #15, Public Comment, no further comments will be permitted after 30 minutes. The agenda and package of materials are available on the CHRB website. ...

Stalking Shadow Leads Cal-bred Quartet

ALBANY, Calif. (Aug. 11, 2021) – Stakes winner Stalking Shadow is one of four California-breds entered in Saturday’s $50,000 Robert Dupret Derby for 3-year-olds at Golden Gate. Misty Cat is a filly by Bluegrass Cat, out of the Bob and John mare Play Misty for Me, was bred by BKB Stables and is owned by trainer Daniel Franko. She has two wins in 14 starts, earnings of $79,384 and is coming off a fourth in the Aug. 7 Luther Burbank. Stalking Shadow is by Ministers Wild Cat, out of the Petionville mare Silent Stalk, was bred by owner Tommy Town Thoroughbreds and is trained by Jonathan Wong. He has four wins in 12 starts, earnings of $136,312 and is coming off a third in a July 31 optional claimer. Joymaker is a filly by Slew’s Tiznow, out of the Half Term mare Joyously, was bred by owners Dr. & Mrs. William Gray and is trained by Quinn Howey. He has five wins in 13 starts, earnings of $99,810 and is... ...

Daffodil Sweet Seeks Another Stakes

AUBURN, Wash. (Aug. 11, 2021) – Multiple stakes winner Daffodil Sweet and fellow California-bred Getting Sideways are entered in Sunday’s $50,000 Emerald Distaff Handicap for fillies and mares at Emerald Downs. Getting Sideways is by Grazen, out of the Thunder Gulch mare Striking Point, was bred by Nick Alexander, is owned by Glyn Kelly and Anne MacLennan and trained by Dan Markle. She has five wins in 31 starts, earnings of $213,921 and is coming off second in a July 24 allowance. Daffodil Sweet is by Ministers Wild Cat, out of the Lion Heart mare Easy On My Heart, was bred by Michael Terry, is owned by One Horse Will Do Corp. and Steve Shimizu and is trained by Chris Stenslie. She has six wins in eight starts, earnings of $105,158 and is coming off a win in a July 24 allowance. ...

Windribbon Reps Calif. in Longacres Mile

AUBURN, Wash. (Aug. 11, 2021) – Windribbon is the lone California-bred entered in Sunday’s $100,000 Grade III Longacres Mile at Emerald Downs. Windribbon is by Sway Away, out of the Grand Reward mare Jumanah, was bred by owner Seamist Racing and is trained by Blaine Wright. He has four wins in 13 starts, earnings of $77,145 and is coming off a third in the July 11 Governor’s Stakes. ...

Brave Cinderella Enters Albuquerque ‘Cap

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Aug. 11, 2021) – Northern California Yearling Sale graduate Brave Cinderella is the lone California-bred entered in Sunday’s $60,000 Albuquerque Distaff Handicap. Brave Cinderella is by Brave Cat, out of the Liberty Gold mare Cinderella Liberty, was bred by George and Clare Schmitt, is owned by Mario Gomez and Amanda Sweeten and trained by Andres Gonzalez. The $1,400 purchase at the Northern California Yearling Sale has three wins in 11 starts, earnings of $64,346 and is coming off a win in a May 9 optional claimer. ...

Warren’s Showtime, Pulpit Rider Meet

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 12, 2021) – Multiple graded stakes winner Warren’s Showtime takes on defending champion Pulpit Rider in Sunday’s $150,000 Solana Beach Stakes for Golden State Series-eligible fillies and mares at Del Mar. Pulpit Rider is by Lucky Pulpit, out of the Ride the Rails mare Lady Railrider, was bred by owners Mr. & Mrs. Larry Williams and is trained by Mike Puype. She has six wins in 28 starts, earnings of $477,677 and is coming off a sixth in a July 16 optional claimer. She won this race last year and was sixth in 2019. Leggs Galore is by Bayern, out of the Indian Charlie mare Cashing Tickets, was bred by owner William Sims and is trained by Phil D’Amato. She has six wins in 10 starts, earnings of $342,708 and is coming off a second in the June 20 Wilshire Stakes. Nardini is by Acclamation, out of the Tribal Rule mare Ismene, was bred by Stephen Ferraro, is owned by Legacy Ranch and trained by Andy... ...

Rock N Rye

Rock N Rye wins $100,000 Graduation Stakes. ...

Stay Thirsty Trio Sweep Graduation Stakes

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 8, 2021) — Sons of stallion Stay Thirsty finished 1-2-3 as Lovingier, London or Zondlo’s Rock N Rye scampered home by four and a quarter lengths in Sunday’s $100,000 Graduation Stakes for Golden State Series eligible 2-year-olds at Del Mar, then had to withstand a rider’s objection before he was made the official winner of the five and one-half furlong dash for California-bred juveniles. The race originally had six youngsters entered, but two scratches reduced the field to four and cancelled show betting. The winner covered the distance in 1:05.77. Umberto Rispoli rode Rock N Rye, who is trained by Walther Solis. The Stay Thirsty colt was bred by co-owner Terry Lovingier. The dark bay or brown juvenile picked up a check for $57,000 and increased his earnings to $100,920. “This horse is getting better each start and I think as he continues to mature he’ll be able to handle longer distances,” said Solis. Finishing second in the stakes was McMahon or Rudy’s... ...

Northern California Yearling Sale Outs

By Hip Number: 1, 2, 11, 32, 41, 52, 64, 73, 80, 90, 91, 92, 98, 107, 120, 124. ...

Northern California Sale Set for Tuesday

By DRF.com PLEASANTON, Calif. (Aug. 6, 2021) — The Northern California yearling sale is in the midst of a growth spurt. Tuesday’s one-day sale, conducted by the California Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, has a catalog of 140 horses compared to 126 in 2020. The 2019 sale had a catalog of 180 horses. The 2020 sale recorded higher gross and average prices than the 2019 auction. The gross in 2020 was $575,600, leading to an average price of $7,778, according to sale company figures. In 2019, the gross was $555,000 for an average of $5,388. The sale has a small number of horses of racing age, but is primarily an auction of California-bred yearlings. The catalog includes yearlings by six of the leading stallions in the state by progeny earnings – I’ll Have Another, Ministers Wild Cat, Mr. Big, Stay Thirsty, Smiling Tiger, and Vronsky. I’ll Have Another, the 2012 champion 3-year-old male, stands at Ocean Breeze Ranch in Bonsall, Calif., and has had six... ...

Mr. Big Relocated to Legacy Ranch

By TDN CLEMENTS, Calif. (Aug. 6, 2021) — Successful California-bred sire Mr. Big (Dynaformer–Fashion Delight, by Fappiano) has been relocated to Pete and Evelyn Parrella’s Legacy Ranch in Clements, Ca. He most recently stood at Rancho Temescal in Piru, Ca. for a $4,500 fee. His 2022 stud fee will be announced at a later date. “We thoroughly enjoyed standing Mr. Big at Rancho Temescal and watching his foals find great success in 2021,” stated Tim Cohen, President of Rancho Temescal. “We have decided to stop breeding and foaling going forward. Rancho Temescal will continue to provide care for all our clients, while leaving the niche of breeding and foaling to larger farms in California. We will continue to support Mr. Big at Legacy Ranch.” “Myself and my staff led by farm manager Terry Knight look forward to the 2022 breeding season with Mr. Big added to our stallion roster that also includes leading sire Clubhouse Ride and the hot freshman sire Straight Fire,” added Pete Parrella. ...

At the Spa

At the Spa wins $100,000 California Thoroughbred Breeders Association Stakes. ...

At the Spa’s Rail Run Wins CTBA Stakes

From Del Mar Publicity DEL, MAR, Calif. (Aug. 5, 2021) — With equal parts courage and fine horsemanship, rider Tyler Baze and his filly At the Spa squeezed through the tightest of holes on the rail in the stretch, then went on to capture the 68th edition of the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association Stakes for Golden State Series eligible 2-year-old fillies Thursday afternoon at Del Mar. The homebred 2-year-old daughter of Outwork proved a neck the best at the end of the five and one-half furlong headliner for California-bred fillies and earned her connections $57,000 from a total purse of $101,500. Final time for the race was 1:06.11. At the Spa, now undefeated in three starts, is owned by the trio of Terry Lovingier (her breeder), Tom Beckerle or Saul Carillo. The victory pushed her bankroll to $164,580. “We’ve been training her in the morning to run like this; to come from behind, take a little dirt in her face,” said Baze. “I think she gets more aggressive when that happens.... ...

Stay Thirsty Trio Entered in Graduation

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 5, 2021) – Three sons of Stay Thirsty remain among entries in Sunday’s $100,000 Graduation Stakes for Golden State Series eligible 2-year-olds at Del Mar, which also includes two graduates of the Northern California Yearling Sale. Mr. T’s Thirsty is by Stay Thirsty, out of the Rock Hard Ten mare Pebble Beach Baby, was bred by Terry Lovinger, is owned by Lovingier and Templeton Horses and is trained by Walther Solis. The $40,000 purchase at the Northern California Yearling Sale has one win in three starts, earnings of $38,820 and is coming off a fourth in the July 10 Everett Nevin. Trip to Spain is by Stay Thirsty, out of the Comic Strip mare Spanish Doll, was bred by Miles McMahon, is owned by McMahon or Rudy and trained by Jamey Thomas. He won his lone start July 25 with earnings of $23,400. Rock N Rye is by Stay Thirsty, out of the Not For Love mare Angela’s Love, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned... ...

Majestic Harbor’s Daughters Finish 1-2

From Indiana Grand Publicity SHELBYVILLE, Ind. (Aug. 4, 2021) – Pearl Tiara and Diamond Solitaire, Indiana-bred daughters of California stallion Majestic Harbor, finished 1-2 in Wednesday’s $150,000 Indiana First Lady Stakes for 3-year-old fillies at Indiana Grand. Pearl Tiara is out of the Mineshaft mare Pearl Pendant. She has four wins in 10 starts and earnings of $225,313. She ran the mile and 70 yards in 1:43.65 and won by a neck over Diamond Solitaire as the 6-5 favorite in a field of 10. Pearl Tiara used her inside post to her advantage early in the one mile and 70-yard event. They rallied out for good early positioning and found themselves on the lead without much of a challenge. Diamond Solitaire was able to hold her position on the inside behind Pearl Tiara with Voodoo Justice and Orlando Mojica sitting to the outside in third. As the race unfolded in the final turn, the field of 10 began to get into position to make an impact in the stretch. Diamond Solitaire... ...

Thirsty Always, Finneus in Best Pal

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 4, 2021) – Stakes winner Thirsty Always and fellow California-bred Finneus, both sons of Stay Thirsty, are entered in Saturday’s $200,000 Grade II Best Pal Stakes for 2-year-olds at Del Mar. Thirsty Always is by Stay Thirsty, out of the Not For Love mare Angela’s Love, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Lovingier, Beckerle or Carrillo and is trained by Walther Solis. He has won both starts with earnings of $81,600 and is coming off a win in the July 10 Everett Nevin. Finneus is by Stay Thirsty, out of the Ghostzapper mare My Fiona, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Lovingier, Fasihuddin or Navarro and is trained by Walther Solis. He has one win in two starts, earnings of $46,116 and is coming off a June 13 maiden win. ...

Misty Cat Enters Luther Burbank

ALBANY, Calif. (Aug. 4, 2021) – Misty Cat is the lone California-bred entered in Saturday’s $50,000 Luther Burbank Stakes for fillies and mares at Golden Gate. Misty Cat is by Bluegrass Cat, out of the Bob and John mare Play Misty for Us, was bred by BKB Stables and is owned by trainer Daniel Franko. She has two wins in 13 starts, earnings of $75,484 and is coming off a second in a July 23 optional claimer. ...

Fiery Lady Faces Males at Delaware Park

WILMINGTON, Del. (Aug. 5, 2021) – Fiery Lady, the lone California-bred in the field, takes on the boys in Monday’s $75,000 Cape Henlopen Stakes at Delaware Park. Fiery Lady is by Unusual Heat, out of the Ride the Rails mare Lady Railrider, was bred by Mr. & Mrs. Larry Williams, is owned by Mockingbird Farm and trained by E.G. Russell. She has seven wins in 30 starts, earnings of $240,142 and is coming off a seventh in a July 23 allowance. ...

Focus on Racing Safety Paying Off

From CHRB SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Aug. 2, 2021) – California horse racing experienced a 50-percent decline in equine fatalities over the last two fiscal years, largely due to steps taken by the California Horse Racing Board and a team effort with the entire California horse racing industry. After 144 horses died in FY 2018-19 from racing or training injuries or other causes while stabled at facilities under the CHRB’s jurisdiction, the number dropped to 72 in FY 2020-21, down by half. This progress did not come about suddenly. The list of safety initiatives on the CHRB website dates back decades. Previous racing commissioners demonstrated a strong commitment to racing safety. Racetrack owners and management have provided leadership and resources. Horsemen’s groups have provided encouragement and support with the cooperation of owners, trainers, jockeys, veterinarians, and other stakeholders in the industry. While the numbers of equine fatalities have been trending downward since 2005, the last fiscal year marked the most significant improvement in a single year with a 40-percent decline. Continuing the actions of... ...

CTBA Sales Joins NTRA Check-off Program

From NTRA LEXINGTON, Ky. (August 2, 2021) – The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) announced today that the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association (CTBA), a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of Thoroughbred breeding and racing in California and host of two annual Thoroughbred sales, will participate in the NTRA Legislative Action Campaign’s ¼% Check-off Program, which supports the NTRA’s federal lobbying efforts. The CTBA’s participation will commence with its August 10 Northern California Sale at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, Calif. and continue at its January Mixed Sale. Starting with the August 10 sale, buyers and consignors/sellers at CTBA sales may elect to have .25% of the sale price of each horse donated to the Legislative Action Campaign. This percentage equals $2.50 for every $1,000 in sale price. The CTBA joins Keeneland, Fasig-Tipton, Ocala Breeders’ Sales Company and the Washington Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association as Thoroughbred sales companies that participate in the Campaign’s fundraising efforts. “The CTBA recognizes the importance of having the NTRA’s skilled and consistent presence in... ...

At the Spa Enters CTBA and Sorrento Stakes

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 2, 2021) – Thursday’s $100,000 California Thoroughbred Breeders Association Stakes for Golden State Series 2-year-old fillies at Del Mar has attracted four daughters of stallion Stanford, as well as stakes winner At the Spa, who is also entered in Friday’s Grade II Sorrento Stakes. Madiha is by Shaman Ghost, out of the Great Notion mare Very Few Details, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Lovinger, Madiha or Navarro and is trained by Walther Solis. She is a maiden making her second start. At the Spa is by Outwork, out of the Smoke Glacken mare Spa Creek, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Lovingier, Beckerle or Carrillo and is trained by Jorge Periban. She has won both career starts with earnings of $107,580. She won the Fasig-Tipton Debutante Stakes. Lion’s Lair is by Stanford, out of the Lion Heart mare Lisa’s Lion, was bred by owner Moger Inc. or Erikson and is trained by Ed Moger Jr. She has one win in two... ...

Roses for Suzzett Entered in Sorrento

DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 2, 2021) – After the scratches of CTBA Stakes winner At the Spa and It’s Simple, Roses for Suzzett is the lone California-bred entered in Friday’s $200,000 Grade II Sorrento Stakes for 2-year-old fillies at Del Mar. Roses for Suzzett is by Stay Thirsty, out of the Parading mare Sweetpollypurebrd, was bred by Terry Lovingier, is owned by Tricar Stables and trained by Sal Gonzalez. She won her lone start July 4 with earnings of $19,200. ...

None Above the Law

None Above the Law wins $175,000 Real Good Deal. ...

None Above the Law a Real Good Deal

From Del Mar Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (July 30, 2021) — Downstream Racing’s gray stretch runner None Above the Law found a perfect spot just behind the leaders early, then pounced at the quarter pole and won in the clear in Friday’s featured $175,000 Real Good Deal Stakes for 3-year-old Golden State Series eligibles at Del Mar. The win was $99,750 to “Law’s” connections. The homebred gelding – whose winning margin turned out to be 5 1/4 lengths – was winning the fifth race of his career and raised his bankroll to $304,060. Downstream Racing is the nom du course of J. Kirk Robison of El Paso, TX. The 3-year-old test was conducted over seven furlongs and the winner covered the distance in 1:22.90. Leading rider Flavien Prat was in the boot on “Law” for his third winner of the afternoon. Leading trainer Peter Miller tightened the cinch on the son of Karakontie for his third victory on the day. After eight days of racing at the Del Mar stand,... ...

The Chosen Vron to the Sidelines

By DRF.com DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 2, 2021) — California-bred The Chosen Vron, a three-time stakes winner this year, was found to have bled after a second-place finish in the $175,500 Real Good Deal Stakes last Friday at Del Mar, and will be given a rest. Trainer Eric Kruljac said over the weekend that The Chosen Vron will have “a few months off.” During that time, The Chosen Vron will undergo treatment in a hyperbaric chamber, he said. The Chosen Vron was beaten 5 1/4 lengths by None Above the Law in the Real Good Deal Stakes for 3-year-old California-breds at seven furlongs. The Chosen Vron had won his three previous starts in stakes at Santa Anita this year, including the Grade 3 Affirmed Stakes at 1 1/16 miles on June 13. Kruljac said the Grade 1 Malibu Stakes at seven furlongs for 3-year-olds at Santa Anita on Dec. 26 is a long-range goal. ...

Warren’s Showtime Seeks First Grade I

DEL MAR, Calif. (July 29, 2021) – Multiple graded winner Warren’s Showtime is the lone California-bred entered in Sunday’s $300,000 Grade I Clement L. Hirsch Stakes for fillies and mares at Del Mar. Warren’s Showtime is by Clubhouse Ride, out of the Affirmative mare Warren’s Veneda, was bred by Benjamin Warren, is owned by Benjamin and Sally Warren and trained by Craig Lewis. She has seven wins in 20 starts, earnings of $697,431 and is coming off a win in the June 30 Wilshire Stakes. ...

Brickyard Ride Enters Bing Crosby

DEL MAR, Calif. (July 29, 2021) — Grade II winner Brickyard Ride is the lone California-bred entered in Saturday’s $300,000 Grade I Bing Crosby Stakes at Del Mar. Brickyard Ride is by Clubhouse Ride, out of the Southern Image mare Brickyard Helen, was bred by owner Alfred Pais and is trained by Craig Lewis. He has eight wins in 16 starts, earnings of $464,477 and is coming off a win in the June 12 Thor’s Echo. ...

She Likes to Party at Century Mile

EDMONTON, Alberta (July 29, 2021) – She Likes to Party is the lone California-bred entered in Sunday’s $50,000 Sonoma Handicap for 3-year-old fillies at Century Mile. She Likes to Party is by Maclean’s Music, out of the All Gone mare Gone to Party, was bred by Lou Neve, is owned by Don Danard and trained by Greg Tracy. She has three wins in six starts, earnings of $75,567 and is coming off a second in the June 20 Chariot Chaser. ...

Reports of Mares Bred Due by August 1

From The Jockey Club LEXINGTON, Ky. (July 27, 2021) — The Jockey Club reminds stallion managers to submit their Reports of Mares Bred (RMBs) for the 2021 breeding season by August 1. “To ensure that the breeding statistics we release in the fall are as accurate as possible, we request that RMBs be submitted by August 1,” said Matt Iuliano, executive vice president and executive director of The Jockey Club. “In addition to the utility of covering information in mare produce records and catalog-style pedigrees available through equineline, the number of mares reported bred each year is an important economic indicator of the health of the Thoroughbred breeding industry.” Stallion managers who submit completed RMBs by August 1 are among the first to receive their Stallion Service Certificates, which facilitates the timely registration of 2022 foals. Reports of Mares Bred may be submitted via Interactive Registration at registry.jockeyclub.com or a form is available by email, fax, or mail by contacting inquiries@jockeyclub.com. ...

Brandothebartender

Brandothebartender wins $150,000 California Dreamin’. ...

Another Round for Brandothebartender

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (July 25, 2021) — The hard-knocking veteran Brandothebartender set ‘em up and knocked ‘em down late Sunday in capturing the $152,000 California Dreamin’ Stakes by a half length at Del Mar. The 8-year-old gelding by Tribal Rule made the 46th start of his career a winner and took down the top share of $85,500 from the purse for Golden State Series eligibles. Bred by John Haagsma & Wesley Ward, he now has total winnings of $772,864 after six seasons at the racetrack and a performance record that reads 46-9-7-15. Umberto Rispoli was aboard the winner, the 12th time he’s ridden him in a race. The bay veteran is trained by Craig Dollase, who got his owners to invest $40,000 in claiming him three years ago at Del Mar. The ownership group consists of Flawless Racing of Jerry Weseloh and Brian Flanagan, both of San Diego, and Michael Jarvis of Manhattan Beach, CA. “The owners are just a great bunch of people; we were so... ...

The Chosen Vron Risks Winning Streak

Past Performances DEL MAR, Calif. (July 25, 2021) – The Chosen Vron drops in off back-to-back graded-stakes wins in Friday’s $175,000 Real Good Deal Stakes for Golden State Series eligible 3-year-olds at Del Mar. The Chosen Vron is by Vronsky, out of the Tiz Wonderful mare Tiz Molly, was bred by Tiz Molly Partners, is owned by Fetkin, Sondereker or Thornburgh, et al and is trained by J.E. Kruljac. He has four wins in five starts, earnings of $270,600 and is coming off three consecutive stakes wins, the last two graded. Found My Ball is by Square Eddie, out of the Ten Most Wanted mare Silar Rules, was bred by owner Reddam Racing and is trained by Doug O’Neill. He has one win in seven starts, earnings of $81,400 and is coming off a seventh in the June 19 Snow Chief. Top Harbor is by Harbor the Gold, out of the He’s Tops mare Reba Is Tops, was bred by owners Eric Schweiger, Gordy Jarnig & Kenny Marshall and is... ...

Grazen’s Blazingbellablu Wins Kent Stakes

From Emerald Downs Publicity AUBURN, Wash. (July 25, 2021) — Continuing her ascendancy in the sophomore filly ranks, Blazingbellablu powered to the lead into the stretch and drew off for a 2 ¼-length victory over Broad Approval in the $50,000 Kent Stakes for 3-year-old fillies. With Alex Cruz riding at 120 lbs., Blazingbellablu ran 6 ½ furlongs in 1:17.34 and paid $6 as the betting favorite. Charles Essex is the winning trainer and co-owner with Petra Lewin of Centralia, Wash. Blazingbellablu — a Washington-bred daughter of California stallion Grazen — earned $27,500 to increase her career total to $66,958. Her overall mark is 3-2-0 from six starts, including three straight victories at Emerald Downs. In the Kent, Blazingbellablu raced slightly off the pace as Coastal Son set fractions of :22.39 and :45.26 for the quarter and half-mile. The winner advanced three deep on the turn, overtook Coastal Son and Zippin Sevenz into the lane, and proved clearly best through the stretch. Canadian shipper Broad Approval, ridden by Kevin Radke at... ...

I’m So Anna

I’m So Anna wins $175,000 Fleet Treat Stakes. ...

I’m So Anna So Fast in Fleet Treat

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (July 23, 2021) — KMN Racing’s I’m So Anna fought off a determined rival in Red Baron’s Barn or Vaya Con Suerte’s Teddy’s Barino and drew clear late to tally by one length in the 36th edition of the Fleet Treat Stakes for 3-year-old California-bred fillies Friday at Del Mar. The homebred daughter of the late stallion Fast Anna was hooked by Teddy’s Barino right from the git-go and was still fighting her off at the sixteenth pole. But the winner had a bit extra in the tank and got home to give rider Kyle Frey his first stakes win at Del Mar. Teddy’s Barino finished second, a half length in front of the race favorite, Harris Farms’ Closing Remarks. Final time for the seven furlong test was 1:24.34. I’m So Anna is trained by Steve Sherman, who races primarily in Northern California and had his father Art – famous for his handling of two-time Horse of the Year California Chrome – deputized for... ...

CHRB Meeting Summary

From CHRB The California Horse Racing Board conducted a meeting by teleconference on Wednesday, July 21. The public participated by dialing into the teleconference and/or listening through the audio webcast link on the CHRB website. Chairman Gregory Ferraro chaired the meeting, joined by Vice Chair Oscar Gonzales and Commissioners Dennis Alfieri, Damascus Castellanos, Brenda Washington Davis, Wendy Mitchell, and Alex Solis. The audio of this entire Board meeting is available on the CHRB Website (www.chrb.ca.gov) under the Webcast link. In brief: The Board approved three license applications for race meets, beginning with the Sonoma County Fair (SCF) meet, which will be run at Golden Gate Fields (GGF) on August 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, and 15. SCF will be required to run Arabian races during the meet in compliance with statutes. In a related matter, the Board approved an agreement between SCF and the Thoroughbred Owners of California authorizing the racing secretary to establish conditions on races limiting the administrations of certain medications. The Board approved the license application for the Pacific... ...

Galilean California Dreamin’ of Repeatin’

DEL MAR, Calif. (July 22, 2021) – Defending champion Galilean returns from an eight-month layoff against a loaded field of stakes winners in Sunday’s $150,000 California Dreamin’ Stakes for Golden State Series eligible at Del Mar. Desmond Doss is by Grazen, out of the Malek mare Malley Girl, was bred by owner Nick Alexander and is trained by Steve Miyadi. He has five wins in 14 starts, earnings of $289,091 and is coming off a win in the June 26 Bertrando. He was fourth in this race last year. Wound Tight is by Coil out of the Mr. Broad Blade mare Bellsblade, was bred by owner Matt Nelson and is trained by R.B. Hess Jr. He has four wins in 13 starts, earnings of $283,730 and is coming off a fourth in the June 19 Siren Lure. Unbridled Ethos is by Mizzen Mast, out of the Unbridled’s Song mare Seoul Unbridled, was bred by owner Donald Valpredo and is trained by Jeff Mullins. He has three wins in seven starts,... ...

Bulletproof One Returns in Daisycutter

DEL MAR, Calif. (July 22, 2021) – Multiple stakes winner Bulletproof One and fellow California-breds Never for Money and Sadie Bluegrass are entered in Sunday’s $80,000 Daisycutter Handicap for fillies and mares at Del Mar. Bulletproof One is by Idiot Proof, out of the Decarchy mare Onefunsonofagun, was bred by Victory Rose Thoroughbreds & KMN Racing, is owned by Barber, Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners or Wachtel Stable and is trained by Peter Miller. She has seven wins in 14 starts, earnings of $361,162 and is making her first start since winning the Sept. 26 Unzip Me. Never for Money is by Flat Out, out of the Unusual Heat mare Jet Set Girl, was bred by Cole Ranch, is owned by Jawl or Mathis and is trained by Andy Mathis. She has three wins in six starts, earnings of $73,072 and is coming off a fourth in the June 5 Monrovia. Sadie Bluegrass is an also-eligible by Bluegrass Cat, out of the Grazen mare Sadie Clare, was bred by Nick Alexander, is... ...

Closing Remarks Set for San Clemente

DEL MAR, Calif. (July 22, 2021) – Stakes winner Closing Remarks is the lone California-bred entered in Saturday’s $200,000 Grade II San Clemente Stakes for 3-year-old fillies at Del Mar. Closing Remarks is by Vronsky, out of the Unusual Heat mare Orange Cove, was bred by owner Harris Farms and is trained by Carla Gaines. She has two wins in seven starts, earnings of $209,500 and is coming off second in the May 1 Senorita Stakes. ...

Cal-bred Pair Enter Irish Day Stakes

AUBURN, Wash. (July 22, 2021) – California-breds Big Endeavor and Kowboykabin are entered in Sunday’s $50,000 Irish Day Stakes for 3-year-old colts and geldings at Emerald Downs. Big Endeavor is by Mr. Big, out of the Taste of Paradise mare Taste the Wild, was bred by Lisa Wall, is owned by Ken Person, Mike Nyland and Eric Amerland and is trained by Person. He has four wins in 14 starts, earnings of $62,332 and is coming off a July 8 optional claiming win. Kowboykabin is by is by Indian Evening, out of the Globalize mare Cell Line Forever, was bred by owner George Todaro and is trained by Tom Wenzel. He has one win in six starts, earnings of $21,579 and is coming off a third in a July 8 optional claimer. ...

Mojo Man Has the Power at Indiana Grand

By Shelby County Post SHELBYVILLE, Ind. (July 22, 2021) — Mojo Man, a Kentucky-bred son of California stallion Stay Thirsty, came into Indiana for the first time with impressive credentials, including Graded Stakes experience. But he’s leaving with a new title as he scored his first stakes win in the inaugural running of the $65,000 Send It In Army Stakes Wednesday at Indiana Grand. Mojo Man (photo) began his journey from the outside in the five-horse field and sat back as Rock N June Bug and Tommy Pompell set quick fractions of 22.03 seconds and 44.73. He was joined by Long Weekend and Jose Batista and Double Tuff and Jesus Castanon, who moved up between horses, in the only turn of the six-furlong race. In the stretch, Mojo Man accelerated past rivals, picking them off one by one before moving comfortably under the wire for the win by two and one-quarter lengths. Double Tuff finished second over Long Weekend for third. The final time of the stakes race was 1:09.35, which becomes... ...

Del Mar Adds General Admission Sales

From DMTC Publicity DEL MAR, Calif. (July 21, 2021) — Del Mar is delighted to begin allowing limited general admission sales at the track when racing resumes this Friday, July 23. We began the season cautiously, as our reopening plan was limited to seated capacity. Operations went so well opening weekend that we are now making limited general admission and walk-up sales available for our fans, including Diamond Club discounts at the gate. On behalf of Del Mar, thank you for your continued support and patience as we all have adapted to the changing circumstances and continue to return to normal. We look forward to welcoming you back to the track. Click here for details on general admission. ...

Parking Permit Ticketed to Spangled Jimmy

EDMONTON, Alberta (July 20, 2021) – Parking Permit is the lone California-bred entered in Sunday’s $50,000 Spangled Jimmy Handicap at Century Mile. Parking Permit is by James Street, out of the Eddington mare Rossi Reserve, was bred by Robert Harmon and is owned by Hurley Racing Stable and trainer Deanna Walper. He has four wins in 30 starts, earnings of $73,223 and is coming off a third in a June 6 optional claimer. ...

TOC Annual Meeting at Del Mar Aug. 14

From TOC DEL MAR, Calif. (July 21, 2021) — Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) invites all members to the Southern California Annual Meeting on Saturday, Aug. 14, at 8:30 a.m. at the Veranda Cafe at Del Mar. The general business meeting will allow directors an opportunity to bring the membership up to date on important issues and will include a question-and-answer session. Award presentations will also be made to the winners of the annual Owner Awards, and a complimentary buffet breakfast will be served. Those that make reservations and include a guest must arrive together for security checkpoint. See “Parking & Security Checkpoint” below for more details. Your CHRB license must be current during the time of this event. Everyone must enter through the Fire Gate off of Jimmy Durante Blvd. Once you have registered for this event, your name will be added to DMTC’s entrance list under “TOC Annual Meeting.” This event does NOT include admission to the races. Since Del Mar Thoroughbred Club is a state-owned property and at the beginning of their opening to 100%... ...

Cobra Jet Rockets to King County Rout

AUBURN, Wash. (July 18, 2021) – Heavily favored Cobra Jet remained unbeaten Sunday with a dominating 13 ½-length victory in the $50,000 King County Express for 2-year-old colts and geldings at Emerald Downs. The winner is a Washington-bred gelding by California stallion Curlin to Mischief. With Juan Gutierrez aboard at 121 lbs., Cobra Jet ran 5 ½ furlongs in 1:05.13 and paid $2.20 as the overwhelming choice in the field of five. Frank Lucarelli is the winning trainer and co-owner with REV Racing and Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners. Gutierrez wore the black and light blue silks of Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners in Sunday’s race. Headed by Aron Wellman of Rancho Santa Fe, Calif., Eclipse bought a share of the dark bay gelding following his 6 ¾-length maiden score on June 30. Breaking from the No. 4 post-position, Cobra Jet dueled with Firewalker through fractions of :21.59 and :45.47, gained command into the stretch and drew off to win with complete authority. Purchased for $5,500 as a yearling, Cobra Jet earned $27,522 to... ...

Closing Remarks, Fi Fi Pharoah in Fleet Treat

DEL MAR, Calif. (July 18, 2021) — Nine California-bred 3-year-old fillies were entered Sunday for the $175,000 Fleet Treat Stakes, a 7-furlong main track sprint, when racing resumes at Del Mar on Friday for the second week of the meeting. Closing Remarks, a daughter of Vronsky out of the Unusual Heat mare Orange Cove, figures to draw considerable attention in the dash. The Carla Gaines trainee, owned and bred by Harris Farms, has been graded stakes-placed in her last two outings at Santa Anita. The most recent was a third to Madone in the Grade III Senorita on May 1. She has two wins in seven starts and earnings of $209,500. Northern California Yearling Sale graduate Amazen Grazen is by Grazen, out of the Silver Hawk mare Aerial Hawk, was bred by Moger Inc. or Alan Eriksen, is owned by Steve Moger and trained by Ed Moger Jr. The $16,500 purchase at the Northern California Yearling Sale has two wins in seven starts, earnings of $76,386 and is coming off... ...

Heaven’s Glory Represented by First Winner

BALTIMORE, Md. (July 18, 2021) – California stallion Heaven’s Glory was represented by his first winner when Fox Force Five, a Maryland-bred daughter, won the fifth race at Pimlico on Sunday. Fox Force Five, out of the Argentine-bred mare Leioa, ran the 1 1/16 miles on turf in 1:47.81 and won by 3 ½ lengths in a field of eight. ...

Gonnadancealot Wins Byerley Handicap

FLEMINGTON, Australia (July 18, 2021) – Gonnadancealot, an Australian-bred daughter of California stallion Sir Prancealot, won Saturday’s $150,000 Byerley Handicap for 2-year-old fillies at Flemington. Gonnadancealot, out of the Danehill mare Tresillian, ran the 1 1/8 miles in 1:52.52 on a soft surface and won by 2 ¾ lengths in the field of 12. She was ridden by Melbourne’s leading jockey, Jamie Kah, and is part-owned by UK-based trainer Jane Chapple-Hyam. Her next start is likely to be the Nov. 4 Group 1 Kennedy Oaks at Flemington. ...

Los Alamitos Meet Follows Del Mar

From Los Alamitos Publicity CYPRESS, Calif. (July 17, 2021) — Five stakes worth a guaranteed $400,000 will be offered during the upcoming Los Angeles County Fair at Los Alamitos meet, including the $75,000 E.B. Johnston for California-breds. The 10-day LACF season is scheduled to begin Friday, Sept. 10 and continue through Sunday, Sept. 26. Racing will be conducted on a Friday-Sunday basis the first two weeks (Sept. 10-12 and Sept. 17-19) and Thursday-Sunday (Sept. 23-26) the final week. The first of the stakes races will be contested Saturday, Sept. 11. Three-year-old fillies will run six furlongs in the $75,000-guaranteed Beverly J. Lewis. One day later, 3-year-olds & up bred or sired in California will compete in the $75,000-guaranteed E.B. Johnston at one mile. The final two Saturdays of the season will feature the $75,000-guaranteed Capote for 2-year-olds colts & geldings Sept. 18 and the $75,000-guaranteed Phone Chatter for fillies Sept. 25. Both races will be run at 6 ½ furlongs. Completing the stakes schedule is the $100,000-guaranteed Los Alamitos Special... ...

Adjusted Fair Racing Resumes on Friday

By DRF.com Fair racing resumes with a twist Friday with the three weeks of dates allotted to the California State Fair in Sacramento. None of those cards will actually be held at the fair, which has decided not to run any races this year. The first week will be run in Pleasanton at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, with the final two weeks at Golden Gate Fields. Golden Gate will follow with two more weeks of racing on dates assigned to the Sonoma County Fair at Santa Rosa. Sonoma County is not conducting a fair this year. The final four weeks of fair racing will be conducted at the Humboldt County Fair in Ferndale and Big Fresno Fair in Fresno. Ferndale will run Aug. 20-29, featuring the 1 5/8-mile C.J. Hindley Humboldt County Marathon as the final race of the meet. Fresno will run Oct. 8-17 with a pair of $75,000 stakes, the Harris Farm at six furlongs and the Bulldog Stakes at 1 1/8 miles. Pleasanton’s own three-week meet, which... ...

Sedamar Tries Osunitas Again

DEL MAR, Calif. (July 14, 2021) – Sedamar, a three-time winner where the turf meets the surf, is the lone California-bred entered in Saturday’s $80,000 Osunitas Stakes for fillies and mares at Del Mar. Sedamar is by Richard’s Kid, out of the Stormy Atlantic mare Win Allison Win, was bred by Mick Ruis, is owned by Ruis Racing and trained by Shelbe Ruis. She has four wins in 18 starts, earnings of $296,722 and is coming off a ninth in the Feb. 20 Buena Vista Stakes. She was fourth in this race last year. ...

Smiling Salsa Enters Emerald Downs Stakes

AUBURN, Wash. (July 14, 2021) – Smiling Salsa is the lone California-bred entered in Saturday’s $50,000 Angie C. S. Stakes for 2-year-old fillies at Emerald Downs. Smiling Salsa is by Smiling Tiger, out of the Maria’s Mon mare Princess Hillary, was bred by Dale Mahlum, is owned by Dan Warden, Double R Racing and WEEM Racing and trained by Blaine Wright. She is a maiden making her second start coming off a fourth in a June 30 debut. ...

CHRB Meeting Advisory

From CHRB SACRAMENTO, Calif. (July 14, 2021) — The California Horse Racing Board will conduct a teleconference meeting on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Consistent with Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, the meeting will be teleconference only. No physical location will be provided. The public may participate in either of two ways. The webcast audio link on the CHRB website will continue to provide a way for the public to listen to this meeting. Those wishing to speak during the meeting may dial 888-392-4564 and enter 6896291# to join the teleconference. To speak on any item, press star 1 to enter the speakers’ queue. Those providing unsolicited public comment on individual agenda items will be limited to two minutes. Comments must relate specifically to the agenda items. Note that for agenda item #12, Public Comment, no further comments will be permitted after 30 minutes. The agenda and package of materials are available on the CHRB website. ...

None Above the Law in Oceanside Stakes

DEL MAR, Calif. (July 13, 2021) – Multiple stakes winner None Above the Law and fellow California-breds Ingest and Hockey Dad are entered in Friday’s $100,000 Runhappy Oceanside Stakes for 3-year-olds at Del Mar. None Above the Law is by Karakontie, out of the Northern Afleet mare Legally Blanca, was bred by J. Kirk and Judy Robison, is owned by Downstream Racing and is trained by Peter Miller. He has four wins in 11 starts, earnings of $203,810 and is coming off a second in the June 19 Snow Chief. Ingest is by Square Eddie, out of the Rock Hart Ten mare Octogarian, was bred by Reddam Racing, is owned by Alvernaz or Ribeiro and is trained by Doug O’Neill. He has one win in 10 starts, earnings of $76,180 and is coming off a third in the July 4 Los Alamitos Derby. Hockey Dad is by Nyquist, out of the Yankee Victor mare Ann Summers Gold, was bred by owner Reddam Racing and is trained by Doug O’Neill. He... ...

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