Headlines: April 26
– “The owner of the Yankees has to be one of the most unsympathetic horse owners ever to send a Derby favorite to the gate,” says Laura Vecsey, “and that’s saying something in a sport of kings populated by robber barons, ne’er-do-wells, sheiks, heiresses and playboys.” (Sun)
– USA Today profiles trainer Jeff Mullins. “These are the best and worst of times for Mullins. He’s armed with his best Derby shot ever, yet disarmed by the negative attention he’s attracted by being cast as a cheater and baiter of bettors.”
– Belmont celebrates 100 years. The track kicked off a season-long celebration of the anniversary on Monday with cake and special guests. Opening day is May 4. (NYP)
– Churchill announces tough testing rules for upcoming meet. Every horse entered will be tested for milkshakes. (TT)
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