Big Brown leads Preakness contenders in workouts
Kentucky Derby winner Big Brown was the main attraction Thursday morning when several Preakness Stakes hopefuls went to the Churchill Downs track.
Big Brown, with Michelle Nevin riding, jogged a mile in preparation for the May 17 Preakness. The Churchill Downs surface was listed as muddy after heavy overnight rain and continued drizzle in the morning.
By Sports Network
01:40:55 PM Thursday, May 8, 2008
Jockey Club creates safety committee to study equine healthThe Jockey Club has formed a committee to study equine health, including track safety and the rules of racing, five days after the death of the filly Eight Belles at the Kentucky Derby.
01:15:36 PM Thursday, May 8, 2008
Death of Eight Belles strikes a sensitivity chord with many fans and observersLinda Hanna remembers how it was when the great filly Ruffian died after her injuries suffered in a match race in 1975.
By MIKE JENSEN
09:44:14 AM Thursday, May 8, 2008
Robby Albarado has mount for another Preakness winRobby Albarado, the leading jockey this year in earnings, will have an oppotunity to claim his second straight Preakness Stakes. Trainer Ken McPeek has informed Pimlico Race Course that his Racecar Rhapsody will be part of the field in this year's Preakness.
By Sports Network
08:03:52 AM Thursday, May 8, 2008
Big Brown begins Preakness prep with Churchhill Downs strollKentucky Derby champion Big Brown returned to the track at Churchill Downs on Wednesday, four days after his 4 3/4-length win in the Run for the Roses.
02:40:55 PM Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Field for 133rd Preakness Stakes in fluxAdditions and subtractions continue as the field for this year's Preakness Stakes takes shape. Kentucky Derby winner Big Brown may only see one other starter from the Run for the Roses.
By Sports Network
01:36:07 PM Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Eight Belles' trainer denies fallen filly was on steroidsThe trainer of Eight Belles is certain the filly was never on steroids, and has ordered tests to prove it.
By BOB LENTZ
10:15:48 AM Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Pace Makes the RaceOfficially, Big Brown won the Kentucky Derby in 2:01 4/5 for the mile and one quarter. Unofficially, the race was over after 47 seconds.
By Jeff Frank, Sports Network
12:10:43 PM Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Protest over Eight Belles' death draws both sides of debateAbout 20 animal-rights protesters waved signs outside the offices of the state's horse racing regulators Tuesday in response to the death of filly Eight Belles after the Kentucky Derby. Nearly as many people showed up to defend the sport from their attacks.
By JEFFREY McMURRAY
02:48:22 PM Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Filly's death reignites horseracing safety debateThe death of Eight Belles has reignited the debate over racetrack surfaces and which is the safest track for thoroughbred racing: synthetic, dirt or turf.
By MARYJEAN WALL
12:05:03 AM Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Vet looks for clues to Eight Belles' breakdown07:37:32 PM Monday, May 5, 2008
Kentucky Horse fans endure tragic days as criticism of sports builds12:04:27 AM Tuesday, May 6, 2008
AP Interview: Eight Belles' trainer defends jockey's conduct07:22:13 PM Monday, May 5, 2008
Eight possible to face Big Brown in Preakness Stakes09:14:37 AM Monday, May 5, 2008
Big Brown's next challenge awaits in May 17 Preakness06:11:22 AM Monday, May 5, 2008
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