La Penta/Zito faceoff over where to run Icebox next

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Ice Box’s owner Robert La Penta is still baffled by his loss in the Kentucky Derby to Super Saver. In his quest for a “crown” victory, he is pushing Zito to run in the Preakness. Zito would rather wait, freshen his horse, and run back in the Belmont. No word yet on the verdict–but [...]

SECRETARIET: THE MOVIE: TRAILER

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At a time when the whole world turns an eye to the racing industry…
The trailer has arrived on Disney’s youtube page–sorry guys, no embed allowed. But follow the link–it will warm your heart; enough to send tears down my face at 7:30 in the morning…can’t wait for this one…it’s about time!
Watch the trailer at:
youtube.com/secretariet

Derby Festival Events

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Derby Festival Events Wednesday, April 28
Riverboat Rivalry:
DERBY FESTIVAL GREAT STEAMBOAT RACE PRESENTED BY TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. 4:45 PM – 5:40 PM boarding. 5:45 PM departure. Race begins at 6 PM. Awards presentation immediately following at the Chow Wagon in Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville. Tickets on the Belle of Louisville $130 (limited availability). [...]

This Is Derby Week!!

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To all equine enthusiasts out there–get ready, Derby is this Saturday. Ladies, go get the biggest, brightest hat you can find, and put on a new pretty dress. Men, come on–buy that one spring suit that you may just wear once in your life–please–no black or navy suits allowed!
If your not in the greater [...]

Equine/Inmate Rehabilitation?

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Shake You Down is part of the Marion County Correctional Facility program New Beginnings, which connects inmates with retired thoroughbreds to care for them after their racing career has ended. The program is intended to provide skill, hope and …rehabilitation to both horse, and inmate.
Here is the story.
Women inmates find hope and skills caring [...]

WOW:Eskendereya to Be Sold Under Zayat Plan

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By Ron Mitchell
Updated: Sunday, April 18, 2010 10:33 AM
Posted: Sunday, April 18, 2010 9:17 AM
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Zayat Stables has agreed to sell all of grade I winner and probable Kentucky Derby favorite Eskendereya this year under a bankruptcy reorganization plan that projects all creditors will be paid in full [...]

“Diary” of ICEBOX

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Look for me on tonight’s episode of “Pursuit of the Crown” tonight for the “Diary of Icebox”. This airs at 8:00 pm est.

Zenyatta Faces Only Four in Apple Blossom

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By Jason Shandler
Updated: Wednesday, April 7, 2010 1:17 PM
Posted: Tuesday, April 6, 2010
There is no getting around it: Compared to what it was supposed to look like, the field for the April 9 Apple Blossom Invitational Handicap (gr. I) is a major disappointment.
A field of only five, led by undefeated two-time champion Zenyatta, [...]

SANTA ANITA DERBY “FIGHT”???

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Here’s the story from the NY Times:
Sports Briefing | Horse Racing
Santa Anita Derby Incident Leads to Penalties for Jockeys
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Published: April 4, 2010
Jockey Victor Espinoza was suspended for three days for his riding in the Santa Anita Derby on Saturday, and jockey Garrett Gomez was fined $750 for punching Espinoza afterward.
At the [...]

Update: Luck series on HBO

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I just found out a few updates for the HBO pilot “Luck”. It is based loosely on the trainer Julio Canani’s involvement in the thoroughbred racing industry. Julio Canani won the 1989 Santa Anita Handicap (gr. I) with Martial Law. His son Nick Canani also trains.
Production is underway now at Santa Anita and will [...]

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