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Breeders’ Cup Archive

An International Cup

Bill Finley would like to make the Breeders’ Cup a truly international affair, and he has a few ideas for increasing European participation: “Stop holding the Breeders’ Cup in warm weather sites … Hold the turf races at a European track.” (ESPN)

Posted in Breeders' Cup on October 26, 2004

One Confident Horse

“Afleet Alex strutted back to his barn after a solid workout Monday morning looking relaxed and confident. His demeanor spoke for his entire team.” (Dallas Morning News)
Related: “Here we go again” (New York Post)

Posted in Breeders' Cup on October 26, 2004

The Giant Killer

“Someone once said trainer Allen Jerkens must be part horse. This certainly would explain why he understands horses as few other people do. He’s a genius who has pulled off some of the biggest upsets ever.” Just never in the Breeders’ Cup. Don’t count Jerkens out this Saturday though. “The Giant Killer, as he’s fondly called, will try to put his magic to work Saturday at Lone Star Park with horses in two races on the $14 million program. Ignore him at your peril, even if his Bowman’s Band is a scary 50-1 in the $4 million Classic.” (Lexington Herald-Leader)
More: “Jerkens looking for first Breeders’ Cup win” (MSNBC)

Posted in Breeders' Cup on October 26, 2004

All Have Place at Lone Star

The champions, the journeymen, and the upstarts — there’s room for all at Lone Star Park this year. “Horse racing, after all, is among the most democratic of endeavors.” (Dallas Morning News)

Posted in Breeders' Cup on October 26, 2004