HRN: 2014 Preakness Stakes Field Analysis

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2014 Preakness Stakes Field Analysis

"As Saturday nears, the focus of racing enthusiasts’ attention rests on California Chrome, the winner of the 140^th Kentucky Derby (gr. I) as he seeks to keep Triple Crown hopes alive in the second leg of the prestigious series, the Preakness Stakes (gr. I). No horse has swept the three races since Affirmed in 1978, leaving fans to yearn for the special horse that is capable of accomplishing a feat that has seemed to become nearly impossible. Could California Chrome be that horse? Before he can chase this coveted achievement at Belmont, he must first conquer his rivals in the Preakness this Saturday at Pimlico. . ."

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HRN: California Chrome: Continuing Swaps' Legacy

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California Chrome: Continuing Swaps' Legacy

"A blazing streak of copper, Swaps was dubbed the “California Comet.” He was the king of the West Coast, the Golden State’s pride and joy. With a victory in America’s most revered race – the Kentucky Derby – and multiple world record times to his credit, Swaps offered the state of California hope as he proved wrong the doubts of many racing professionals and enthusiasts from across the nation. . ."

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HRN: Racing's Future: Kayla Zielke

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Racing's Future: Kayla Zielke


"“Racing’s Future” is a Q&A series in which I aspire to help everyone in the industry. In addition to shining a spotlight on youth who plan to have a career in horse racing, I hope that the opinions expressed in their responses will offer industry leaders insight into what a younger audience believes the sport should improve upon.

Meet Kayla Zielke

Kayla Zielke, a 15-year-old from Pincher Creek, Alberta, Canada has loved horses all her life but became interested in racing about eight years ago. In addition to barrel racing, Kayla enjoys training colts as well. She has owned three off-track-thoroughbreds, two of which she got at a body condition score of 1 and 2 but nursed back to health and retrained. . ."

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HRN: California Chrome: A Derby Dream Come True

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California Chrome: A Derby Dream Come True

"Goosebumps. Chills. Tears. Smiles. All of these were abundant as the familiar tunes of “My Old Kentucky Home” rang through the air beneath the iconic twin spires of Churchill Downs. 164,906 fans – the second biggest crowd in history – sang along to the classic song as nineteen young Thoroughbreds paraded before the expansive grandstand for America’s oldest continuously held sporting event, the Kentucky Derby.

Somewhere in the grandstand stood 77-year-old Art Sherman. A jockey-turned-trainer, Sherman had been here before – but not as a jockey or trainer. In 1955, he was the exercise rider for Swaps, an eventual Hall of Famer who won that year’s Run for the Roses. A California veteran, Sherman’s name has rarely graced the big headlines. Then a blaze-faced chestnut named California Chrome walked into Sherman’s life. . ."

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HRN: 2014 Kentucky Derby Field Analysis

Need help making your selections for the Kentucky Derby? My newest Horse Racing Nation article, 2014 Kentucky Derby Field Analysis, offers an in-depth look at each Derby contender. Check it out now by clicking here.

HRN: 2014 Kentucky Oaks Field Analysis

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2014 Kentucky Oaks Field Analysis

"A field of thirteen has assembled for the 140th edition of the Kentucky Oaks (gr. I). Often referred to as the sister race to America's most famous race, the Kentucky Derby (gr. I), the Oaks attracts a field of the nation's finest three-year-old fillies year after year. This year is no different – with the likes of the superstars Untapable and My Miss Sophia, as well as several other talented fillies – in the field. . ."

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