Mathews, Howard Hit Equine Lottery with Texas-bred Ivan Fallunovalot
Three horses, each for $25,000, were claimed out of the ninth race March 6, 2014, at Oaklawn. However, only one of those horses has developed into a multiple stakes winner…..
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Newest Issue of American Racehorse Features Articles on Centennial Race Track and More
The Winter 2017 issue of American Racehorse (formerly Southern Racehorse) magazine is now available online by clicking here. This issue of American Racehorse magazine features articles about Colorado’s Centennial Race Track….
Oklahoma Owner Danny Caldwell Off to Fast Start at Oaklawn
Danny Caldwell said he’s been battling the flu in recent weeks, but Oaklawn’s three-time defending leading owner isn’t sick of visiting the winner’s circle. Caldwell is off to a fast….
Texas-bred Ivan Fallunovalot Aiming for King Cotton at Oaklawn on Feb. 4
Multiple stakes winner Ivan Fallunovalot, the 2015 Texas Horse of the Year, returned to the track Sunday morning following his half-mile workout Friday and remains on target to make his….
Stakes Winner Suddenbreakingnews Set to Return Friday at Oaklawn
Trainer Donnie K. Von Hemel has waited more than five months to run Suddenbreakingnews. What’s another five days? Suddenbreakingnews is scheduled to make his 4-year-old debut in Friday’s seventh race….
Iowa-bred Chanel’s Legacy Takes Dixie Belle Stakes at Oaklawn
Iowa-bred Chanel’s Legacy, at odds of 5-1, came flying down the lane to win Saturday’s $125,000 Dixie Belle Stakes at Oaklawn before an on-track crowd of 10,000. It was the….
Milestone Win for Trainer Steve Asmussen at Oaklawn
Hall of Fame trainer Steve Asmussen recorded his 500th career victory at Oaklawn in Monday’s seventh race, according to Equibase, racing’s official data organization. Asmussen, 51, reached the milestone when….
Texas Chrome Aiming for 2017 Debut in Oaklawn Handicap
Multiple graded stakes winner Texas Chrome should arrive at Oaklawn in early February to begin preparing for his 4-year-old campaign, trainer J.R. Caldwell said Tuesday morning, adding he’s targeting the….
Arkansas Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Horsemen’s Association to Offer Purse Supplement During Oaklawn Meet
The Arkansas Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Horsemen’s Association (A.T.B.H.A.) Board of Directors voted unanimously to pay an incentive purse supplement to the owners of Registered Arkansas-breds when their registered Arkansas-bred places….
John Ortiz Excited About First Oaklawn Meet as Head Trainer
John Ortiz already has plenty to talk about in his training career, but he doesn’t mind discussing his private life, either. Both blossomed in 2016. Married last summer, Ortiz, a….
Trainer Don Von Hemel Closing in on First Millionaire Racehorse with Smack Smack
Trainer Don Von Hemel of Hot Springs is a member of the Nebraska Racing Hall of Fame, is credited with 2,516 victories since 1956, was Oaklawn’s leading trainer in 1981….
Apprentice Katie Clawson Giving Oaklawn a Try
Among Katie Clawson’s goals in 2017 is to win enough races to be in the conversation for an Eclipse Award as the country’s champion apprentice jockey. That journey for Clawson,….
Newest Issue of American Racehorse Features Articles on Social Media for Horsemen, New Stallions for 2017 and Kentucky Derby Winner Charismatic
The November/December issue of American Racehorse (formerly Southern Racehorse) magazine is now available online by clicking here. This issue of American Racehorse magazine features articles about Kentucky Derby winner Charismatic….
Newest Issue of American Racehorse Features Articles about Ak-Sar-Ben, Barn Buddies and Much More
The September/October issue of American Racehorse (formerly Southern Racehorse) magazine is now available online by clicking here. This issue of American Racehorse magazine features a long-form article about the magic….
Oaklawn Purses Continue Record Climb
Oaklawn Park will open for the 2017 live meet with record purses that include Maiden Special Weights at $72,000 and Open Allowance Races as high as $80,000. The 2017 season….
Vic Stauffer to Call Races at Oaklawn
One of the most recognized and experienced voices in Thoroughbred racing will step into Oaklawn’s announcer’s booth when one of the most successful racing seasons in America opens in 2017…..
Oaklawn Strengthening Handicap Division in 2017
The track with the richest Triple Crown prep schedule will greatly enhance its handicap division in 2017. Oaklawn will offer a lucrative alternative to horsemen looking for a race in….
Newest Issue of American Racehorse Features Articles on King Ranch, OTTBs in Colorado and Summer Heat
The July/August issue of American Racehorse (formerly Southern Racehorse) magazine is now available online by clicking here. This issue of American Racehorse magazine includes articles on Texas’ King Ranch, how….
Coady Photography Announces Amateur Photo Contest
Coady Photography, America’s premier professionals for shooting racetrack pictures, is searching the globe to find the best amateur horse-racing photographer. The inaugural Coady International Amateur Horse Racing Photography Contest will….
Newest Issue of American Racehorse Now Online with Features about Hazel Park, Equine Photography and More
The May/June issue of American Racehorse (formerly Southern Racehorse) magazine is now available online by clicking here. This issue of American Racehorse magazine includes articles on Michigan’s Hazel Park, how….