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Horse racing moves to reform, but faces many skeptics
Atlanta - America's horse-racing industry is trying to clean up its image with a new high-profile overseer and promises of voluntary certification for tracks that meet tough standards.
People:Tommy Thompson Source:(Christian Science Monitor)
2008-10-17
Horse racing under new congressional scrutiny
Atlanta - First, the filly Eight Belles falls awkwardly after finishing second at the Kentucky Derby, becoming one of some 5,000 horses that have died in the US since 2003.
Nations:U.S. Activities:110th Congress Preakness Stakes Source:(Christian Science Monitor)
2008-06-19
Big Brown trainer Dutrow pins blame on jockey
NEW YORK - Trainer Rick Dutrow Jr. still blames Kent Desormeaux for Big Brown's stunning last-place finish in the Belmont Stakes, but he wouldn't object to the jockey riding the horse in his next race.
Activities:Preakness Stakes Source:(AP)
2008-06-10
Big Brown's hoof not a concern entering Belmont
Big Brown's bombastic trainer has no concerns about the colt's slightly cracked hoof.
Activities:Preakness Stakes
2008-06-04
Big Brown cruises to another easy win in Preakness
Big Brown charged to the lead turning for home and then cruised down the stretch to win the Preakness on Saturday, still perfect and squarely pointed toward thoroughbred racing's first Triple Crown in 30 years.
Activities:Preakness Stakes
2008-05-17
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