“Spirit of racing” on display following big wins at Charles Town
One horse is “sort of like a fish.” The other has a hard-to-say name. Both delivered the goods — and plenty of smiles — Saturday at Charles Town.
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Author: Ted Black
Xavier Perez, saving room for another “big horse”
Rider Xavier Perez has a tattoo in honor of what he calls “my big horse.” That it’s not of Grade 1 winner Dance to Bristol points out what’s enabling him to succeed.
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For Ollie Figgins and Dance to Bristol, key now is keeping on schedule
Trainer Ollie Figgins and Dance to Bristol have done just about everything right so far during a magical season that has them on the brink of a Breeders’ Cup trip. Our new weekly series will follow them from here to there.
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Charles Town bridge jumpers make a profit – for now – but provide opportunity for the rest of us
Bridge jumpers have hit Charles Town hard this spring and summer. But net pool pricing makes their presence more of an opportunity for other bettors than ever before.
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Maryland trainers excited for racing’s return to Timonium
For Maryland-based trainers, the short stand at Timonium, which begins on Friday, is more than just another race meet. It’s a homecoming of sorts, and a new beginning.
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