JC / Railbird

Breeders’ Cup Archive

If It’s Right There …

“And if the Breeders’ Cup World Thoroughbred Championships land in your back yard … well, you go racing, of course. You never know what you might win.” Local horses aim for Breeders’ Cup races. (Dallas Morning News)

Posted in Breeders' Cup on October 1, 2004

Going the Distance

For European horses traveling to Texas for the Breeders’ Cup, transport is complicated. (Star-Telegram)

Posted in Breeders' Cup on September 27, 2004

Early Speed Predicted

“Roses in May, Saint Liam and Ghostzapper must be rated as early favorites for the 1¼-mile Lone Star shootout, but their similar pace-pressing running styles might hurt them in the long run. It seems a virtual certainty that the Classic will be run with an unbelievably fast, early pace if this trio goes postward.” (MSNBC)

Posted in Breeders' Cup on September 23, 2004