Pimlico persists: The story of Old Hilltop
The story of Pimlico is one of resilience in the face of innumerable challenges, and one that looks set to continue for years to come.
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Author: Jennifer Kelly
BackTracks: Key to the Mint unlocks a title
In a new BackTracks, the story of the largely forgotten Key to the Mint, who was champion three-year-old despite going 0-for-2 in Triple Crown races.
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BackTracks: Mandy’s Gold “showed up”
Versatile and talented, the Virginia-bred Mandy’s Gold tangled with the best en route to becoming the best horse Michael Gorham has trained.
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BackTracks: Dixieland Band played on
In a new BackTracks: Maryland-bred Dixieland Band third-best in a class that included two Classic winners but went on to big success in the breeding shed.
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Breeders’ Cup: Behind every horse a human story
Beyond the Breeders’ Cup racing, wagering, and glitz lies something more profound, says Jennifer Kelly: the connection between horses and humans.
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