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Headlines: October 16

– Velazquez tops in standings (BH)
– Spencer galloping horses for Pletcher (TT)
– Odds against BHB appeal (Guar.)
– BHB execs given secret bonuses (Tel.)
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Posted in Miscellany on November 16, 2004

An Irish Tradition

“Horse racing on the strand is an old practice in Ireland, and the Omey Races go back farther than anyone can recall … In the old days, locals brought their Connemara ponies, the hardy native breed, and even a few donkeys for a day of racing on the beach. Present-day races have an equally old-fashioned flavor, but with the addition of thoroughbreds, semiprofessional jockeys and bookmakers.” (New York Times)

Posted in Miscellany on November 15, 2004

Headlines: November 15

– Magna brings Wizard to MD (Sun)
– Broadway View edges out win (CJ)
– Magoo’s Magic shows the way (NYDN)
– Royally Chosen wins easily (LAT)
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Posted in Miscellany on November 15, 2004