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Standardbreds Evolve from Carriage Horses to Elite Racers - Holton Today
9+ min ago (319+ words) As the breed transforms from durability to raw speed, the future of harness racing faces challenges. Apr. 10, 2026 at 4: 04am Over the decades, the standardbred breed has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from carriage horses to elite racehorses capable of record-breaking speeds....
The standardbred is anything but standard these days
6+ hour, 20+ min ago (1354+ words) As you probably know, I love the history of our grand sport. I still cringe every time a race is re-named, as if we do not have room for another stakes race, another headline, another potential big event. Over the…...
Qatar Equestrian Tour Longines Hathab resumes
8+ hour, 51+ min ago (197+ words) The ninth edition of the Qatar Equestrian Tour Longines Hathab resumed on Wednesday with the tenth round of the championship at the Qatar Equestrian Federation's outdoor arena. The Tour paused for the prestigious Doha Equestrian Tour, which wrapped up over…...
PFPL holds program on women's equestrians in history
13+ hour, 53+ min ago (192+ words) The Mountain Press The Pigeon Forge Public Library will be hosting a free program detailing women equestrians in history. PIGEON FORGE " Join the Pigeon Forge Public Library as they begin their celebration of America's 250th birthday on Thursday, April 30 at 6 p. m. with…...
Edwina Tops-Alexander on the podium in Miami
9+ hour, 26+ min ago (273+ words) Edwina Tops-Alexander and Fellow Castlefield in action at Miami Beach, California, during round one of the Global Champions League event. Image by LGCT/Honza Vlcek. Published 10 Apr 2026 Set against the Atlantic shoreline, Miami Beach once again set the tone for…...
Al-Hadi, al-Suwaidi star at Hathab
13+ hour, 24+ min ago (176+ words) The ninth edition of the Hathab Qatar Equestrian Tour resumed Thursday with the tenth round of the championship at the Qatar Equestrian Federation's main arena. The Tour paused for the prestigious Doha Equestrian Tour, which wrapped up over the weekend....
2026 Kentucky Derby horses, odds, futures, preview, date: Expert who hit 12 Derby-Oaks Doubles gives picks
14+ hour, 48+ min ago (274+ words) A fixture in the horse racing world who has been writing about, talking about and betting on races for years, Demling has nailed the Kentucky Oaks-Derby double 12 times in the last 17 years. He also predicted the top three 2025 Kentucky Derby…...
So Happy horse trainer, jockey, owner for Kentucky Derby 2026
9+ hour, 19+ min ago (260+ words) So Happy is one of 20 horses expected to enter the 2026 Kentucky Derby on May 2 at Churchill Downs. Spots for the Run for the Roses are earned by gaining points through a series of Kentucky Derby prep races that began last…...
Wellington International Upgrades AV for Equestrian Center
20+ hour, 19+ min ago (175+ words) A phased approach is methodically adding new video and audio elements across the facility. Wellington International is "Where Champions Are Made." Located in Wellington, FL, the equestrian facility hosts competitive events 42 weeks a year, including the 13-week Winter Equestrian Festival…...
Kentucky Derby next for at least two California horses
12+ hour, 27+ min ago (262+ words) So Happy and Potente are the California-based horses with Kentucky Derby berths secured after major qualifying races for the May 2 classic were completed Saturday. Mark Glatt-trained So Happy and Bob Baffert-trained Potente finished first and second in the Santa Anita…...