By Greg Thompson, StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO, NM—SEPTEMBER 2, 2025—StallioneSearch wraps up its comprehensive webcast coverage of All American Weekend at Ruidoso Downs, highlighting the marquee events: the $3 million All American Futurity (G1), the $1,077,461 All American Derby (G1), and the $700,898 All American Oaks (G1).

StallioneSearch was on site in this episode to capture the 2025 All American Oaks (G1) at The Downs in Albuquerque. Karmalites, a talented 3-year-old sorrel filly by The Marfa Lights and out of Cartel Karma by Corona Cartel, secured a hard-fought victory. After vying for the early lead, she edged clear late to win by three-quarters of a length.

Bred in Oklahoma by Paris Wixon, Karmalites was a $12,000 purchase at the 2023 Heritage Place Yearling Sale. She has ...

 LA–SEPTEMBER 2, 2026–Longtime horse trainer Charles Walker Lyles, 84, of Vinton, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025.

A Celebration of Charles’s life will be held at Hixson Funeral Home in Vinton, Louisiana, on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.. Bro. Rob Tibbitts will officiate.

Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday, beginning at 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Big Woods Cemetery ...

VINTON, LA–SEPTEMBER 2, 2026–Anthony Joseph Palermo, Sr., 86, of Sulphur, LA, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in a local hospital surrounded by his family and dear friends.

Mr. Palermo, affectionately known as "Papa Tony," was born in Port Arthur, TX, on December 18, 1938, the fourth of six children to Joseph R. Palermo, Sr., and Rose Minaldi Palermo. Sulphur has been his home since the eighth grade.

He was a graduate of Sulphur High School, where he played football, and McNeese State ...

By Greg Thompson, StallioneSearch RUIDOSO, NM—SEPTEMBER 2, 2025—StallioneSearch.com continues its comprehensive webcast coverage of All American Weekend from Ruidoso Downs, featuring the running of the $3 million All American Futurity (G1), $1,077,461 All American Derby (G1), and $700,898 All American Oaks (G1).

In this episode, StallioneSearch was on hand to capture the 2025 running of the $1.07 million All American Derby (G1) at The Downs in Albuquerque. The field underwent a late shake-up when fastest-qualifier House Of Lords was scratched by the track veterinarian, leaving nine contenders to battle for the Grade 1 title.

Reigning Ruidoso Derby (G1) and Texas Classic Futurity (G1) winner FDD Dreams delivered another stellar performance, surging past rivals in the final 50 yards to secure the 2025 All American ...

By Greg Thompson / StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO, NM—SEPTEMBER 1, 2025—StallioneSearch.com continues its webcast coverage of the All American Weekend from Ruidoso Downs, highlighted by the running of the $3 million All American Futurity (G1), $1,077,461 All American Derby (G1), and $700,898 All American Oaks (G1).

In this episode, StallioneSearch was on hand to capture the 2025 running of the $3 million All American Futurity (G1) at The Downs in Albuquerque. A talented field of nine went to post to contest the classic 440-yard distance, headlined by Political Twist, winner of the $1 million Ruidoso Futurity (G1) earlier this summer.

Covering the 440 yards in 21.217 seconds over a fast track, fastest qualifier King Of The Tide earned a 97 speed index and edged out heavy favorite Political Twist by a neck under an 8 mph ...

Courtesy AQHA.com

AMARILLO, TX–AUGUST 31, 2025–Each year, the American Quarter Horse Association recognizes people within the racing industry who serve to make it a better place.

The 2024 award winners include AQHA Past President Johnny Trotter and Rick Baugh together earning the John Andreini Special Recognition Award; Laura Joiner earning the Mildred N. Vessels Special Achievement Award; and G.R. Carter Jr. earning the Gordon Crone Special Achievement Award. 

Ruidoso Downs has been the stage for many of the greatest ...

VINTON, LA–AUGUST 31, 2025–StallioneeSearch.com presents video coverage of one of Louisiana’s premier futurities with a recap of the 2025 LQHBA Sale Futurity (RG1), held Saturday night at Delta Downs.

Rf Fast Dash N Blood, already a standout in 2025 with victories in both the Laddie Futurity (RG2) and the Lee Berwick Memorial Futurity (RG1) at Delta Downs, entered the Sale Futurity final as the 4/5 morning-line favorite. The gelded son of Apollitical Blood was purchased for $80,000 at the 2024 LQHBA Yearling Sale.

With Jorge Garcia aboard, the bay gelding showed his class once again, stopping the clock in 17.388 seconds for the 350-yard dash over a wet-fast surface, earning a 102 speed index.

Trained by Miguel Castillo for Jaime Cardenas, the ...

RUIDOSO, NM–AUGUST 31, 2025–StallioneSearch.com continues its webcast coverage of the All American Weekend from Ruidoso Downs with a full recap of the top sellers from the second and final session of the 2025 Ruidoso Select Yearling Sale.

In this episode, StallioneSearch spotlights the top three-selling yearlings from Saturday night’s session—all three commanding prices of more than $650,000. Notably, all four of the overall sale toppers emerged from the second session in Ruidoso, New Mexico.

Gross receipts from the August ...

ALTOONA, IA–AUGUST 30, 2025–Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, & Hotel in collaboration with Iowa HBPA, Iowa Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association, Iowa Quarter Horse Racing Association and Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission have agreed to move the start times on three days next weekend due to anticipated number of Quarter Horse trials to be held all three days.

For Saturday, September 6, first post will now be 4:30 PM CT, for Sunday, September 7, first post will now be 2:30 PM CT and on Monday, September 8, first post will ...

RUIDOSO, NM—AUGUST 30, 2025—StallioneSearch.com continues its webcast coverage of the All American Weekend from Ruidoso Downs, featuring a recap of the top sellers from the opening session of the 2025 Ruidoso Select Yearling Sale.

In this episode, StallioneSearch highlights the top three-selling yearlings from the first session, where 38 yearlings surpassed the six-figure mark, including three that brought more than $300,000.

All American Ruidoso Horse Sales, LLC reported gross receipts of $11,333,400 for 178 ...

Courtesy AQHA.com

AMARILLO, TX–AUGUST 29, 2025– It’s a family tradition: like her dam and granddam before her, Asscher captured a champion title as a 3-year-old filly. However, she expanded the legacy even further by also being named the 2024 World Champion Racing American Quarter Horse.

Asscher races for Lance Bland and Jimmy Barton of San Angelo, Texas, and in her sophomore year won six of 10 starts while earning $440,224. She was also named the champion 3-year-old. Her achievements include victories in the Los ...

EDMOND, OK–AUGUST 29, 2025–The Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association is excited to announce the creation of the Will Rogers Oaks, a brand-new race for three-year-old fillies, set to debut at Will Rogers Downs in October 2026.

This new race comes in response to the great success of the Black Gold Fillies Futurity, which has quickly become a fall tradition for two-year-olds. The Will Rogers Oaks will give horsemen an additional stakes opportunity for their fillies before the end of their three-year-old season.

Although, the oaks is not tied to ...

LEXINGTON, KY–AUGUST 29, 2025–According to edited press releases from The HORSE and the EDCC, Quarter Horses in Iowa and Wyoming have tested positive for the West Nile Virus.

On Aug. 22, a 3-year-old Quarter Horse colt in Polk County, Iowa, tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). The horse, who is unvaccinated, developed clinical signs on Aug. 16, including ataxia, facial nerve paralysis, fever, and lethargy. He is now ...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 28, 2025–StallioneSearch continues its comprehensive coverage of the 2025 All American weekend at The Downs at Albuquerque with the release of the All American Edition of the QH Racing Talk Podcast. This marks episode 40 of the series and features several key figures heading into the Labor Day classic events.

Podcast host Greg Thompson of StallioneSearch.com sits down with former World Champion jockey Ricky Ramirez, who will pilot King Of The ...

by Greg Thompson, StallioneSearch.com

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 27, 2025–The field for the 2025 All American Futurity (G1) has experienced its first withdrawal, as Dee Favorite Tacha, trained by Ricardo Armendariz, has been scratched from consideration. The reason for this decision is that the horse underwent surgery to repair a slab fracture in his right knee, which required the insertion of two screws, as reported by the trainer.

Armendariz confirmed the setback for the two-year-old Dulce Sin Tacha gelding, who also qualified for the 2025 Ruidoso Futurity(G1) field.  While at the starting gate for the finals of the $1 million event, Dee Favorite Tacha reared up significantly in the gates and was scratched by the state steward right before the race.

"Dr. Jensen in El Paso performed the surgery on Dee ...

RUIDOSO, NM—AUGUST 27, 2025—StallioneSearch.com embarks on its webcast coverage of the All American Weekend from The Downs At Albuquerque, highlighted by the running of the $3 million All American Futurity(G1), $1,077,461 All American Derby(G1), $700,898 All American Oaks(G1),

On this episode, StallioneSearch grabs an interview with former AQHA World Champion Jockey and 2020 All American Futurity(G1) winning rider Ricky Ramirez about his mount in the field of the 2025 renewal of the All American Futurity(G1), King Of The Tide.

The New Mexico-bred gelding is out of an Ocean Runaway mare named Ms Riptide, and was the fastest-qualifier from the first day of trials for the 2025 All American Futurity(G1) trials on August 4, 2025, at The Downs At ...

NORMAN, OK–AUGUST 27, 205–Leon Hendrix, breeder of AQHA Racing Champion Dark Nme, of Norman, passed away on August 23, 2025. He was 79.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. (CDT) Friday, August 29, 2025, at Goldsby Church. A brief graveside service for the family will follow at Washington Cemetery.

Hendrix was born on March 12, 1946, at his home in Washington, Oklahoma, the 5th of 10 children born to Daniel Birk Hendrix and Flora (Nelson) Hendrix.

Leon was raised in Washington, where he attended school and graduated with the Warrior Class of 1964. Shortly after graduating high school, he made the decision to join the Oklahoma Army National Guard. Leon served four years, both faithfully and honorably.

After his time in the National Guard, Leon moved to Texas to ...

RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM–AUGUST 26, 2025–All American Ruidoso Horse Sale Company will kick-off its annual Ruidoso Select QH Yearling Sale on Friday at 3:00 p.m. (MDT)

Due to unprecedented flooding in Ruidoso again this year, officials will conduct the two-day in Ruidoso Downs on Friday and Saturday and the All American races will be held on Monday, September 1 at The Downs at Albuquerque.

The annual sale will be held over two sessions at the Ruidoso Downs Sales Pavilion, 100 N. Joe Welch Road, east of the racetrack.

"This should allow horsemen and racing fans to spend Friday and Saturday at the horse sales and return to Albuquerque in time for the major races on Monday," Sale Manager Walt Wiggins said.

Last year's sale grossed over $26.1 million and averaged ...

By H. David Smith, StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM—AUGUST 25, 2025—The stage is set for one of the most prestigious days in Quarter Horse racing, as post positions were drawn today at Ruidoso Downs for the All American Futurity, All American Derby, and All American Oaks. The three Grade 1 events and two invitationals will be run on Monday, September 1, 2025, at The Downs at Albuquerque, with combined purses totaling over $5 million.

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All American Futurity [G1]

Purse: $3,000,000 • Distance: 440 yards • Age: ...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 25, 2025–The New Mexico Horse Breeders’ Association reminds horsemen that the broodmare registration deadline is September 1.

Penalties will ...

By Jennifer Morrison AJAX DOWN– AUGUST 24, 2025–Carrying on a tradition in its 14th year, Ajax Downs hosted another successful Family Fun Day supporting the Ajax Pickering Hospital at the races on Sunday, August 24.

On a perfect, sunny afternoon, families flocked to the track for a day filled with entertainment, activities, treats, giveaways, and fast horses competing in two Trials for the important Norman Picov Derby.

The Picov family presented a cheque to the Ajax Pickering Hospital for $320,000 for proceeds from Family Fun Days.

"Our family has been proud to give back to Ajax for generations, and Family Fun Day is a tradition that brings our community together in support of the hospital here at Ajax Downs," said Barry and Robin Picov. "We're grateful to Emilio (Trotta, General Manager), Kara (Ferguson, Racetrack Administrator), and our ...

ROCK SPRINGS–AUGUST 24, 2025–Wyoming Horse Racing’s (WHR) Sweetwater Downs kicked off its 2025 racing season with a successful and safe opening last weekend, highlighted by the unveiling of a new paddock at a ribbon-cutting which was attended by local public officials and business leaders.

In its 15th year, Sweetwater Downs is offering the highest purses in the track’s history, underscoring continued investment in the horse industry and the local ...

By StallioneSearch ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 23, 2025–The 2025 All American Futurity, Derby & Oaks Preview Guide, presented by StallioneSearch is now online, delivering fans, breeders, and horsemen the most complete look at this year’s qualifiers. A go-to reference for All American week at Ruidoso Downs, the Guide returns in 2025 with a fresh presentation designed to make the experience even more engaging.

This year’s edition doesn’t just offer the traditional bios, photos, and three-generation pedigrees on every qualifier—it goes further. Each horse is featured with video content, giving viewers the chance to relive trial races and study performances in detail. The All American Guide offers a more interactive perspective into the horses, connections, and bloodlines, all in one place, aiming for Quarter Horse ...

By StallioneSearch GRAND PRAIRIE, TX–AUGUST 23, 2025—Lone Star Park has issued a reminder to horsemen that all Coggins tests must now be dated within 180 days of entrance into the stable area.

In order to receive a preference date, an up-to-date Coggins must also be kept on file with foal papers in the racing office.

Officials are encouraging participants to plan ahead. The fall meet will begin Friday, September 5, and will continue through Saturday, November 15, featuring 32 live racing ...

PAULS VALLEY, OK–AUGUST 22, 2025 –Cion Jay “CJ” Hubbard, a respected rancher, breeder, and devoted steward of Quarter Horse bloodlines, passed away last week at the age of 89. Born in 1935 in Montana, he was the youngest of four children of Lisle Ross Hubbard and Mary O’Leary.

Hubbard spent his early years on the open ranges of eastern Montana, operating a cattle and horse ranch near Ekalaka before relocating to Pauls Valley, Oklahoma to be closer to the heart of the Quarter Horse racing industry.

Throughout his career, ...

By Greg Thompson, StallioneSearch

OGALLALA, NE—AUGUST 19, 2025—Stallionesearch.com provided recap coverage of the inaugural one-day Quarter Horse meet at the brand-new Lake Mac Casino-Resort-Racetrack in Ogallala, Nebraska, on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

With competitive fields and strong wagering figures, the debut meet at Lake Mac established itself as a promising new venue for Quarter Horse racing in Nebraska. Horsemen and fans alike praised the state-of-the-art facility and its quick, ...

By Martha Claussen, for StallioneSearch

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 17, 2025–It is a dream of a lifetime for any breeder, owner, trainer and jockey to win prestigious All American Futurity(G1) on Labor Day, Each of the ten finalists in the 2025 edition of the championship breathed a sigh of relief as the times were posted in the 32 trials. The story lines for each are truly compelling and Envestor is no exception!

Sale Bargain

The road to the All American Futurity commences way before each horse sets foot on the racetrack, and for many, it begins in the sale ring.

The son of top-ranked first-crop sire Dulce Sin ...

LEXINGTON, KY–AUGUST 20, 2025–The Race Track Chaplaincy of America (RTCA) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 White Horse Award, an honor that recognizes the quiet heroes of horse racing — individuals whose courage, selflessness, and compassion make a lasting impact on both humans and horses.

The White Horse Award shines a ...

By Leann Noguera, StallioneSearch

The 2025 Retama Park Quarter Horse live racing season concluded on Saturday, August 16, closing out a successful meet for horsemen and fans alike. The track once again combined competitive racing with fan-friendly promotions throughout the meet, drawing crowds to enjoy camel and ostrich races, Family Fun Night, the City of Selma’s Fireworks Show, the Americus Diamonds “Diamond Dig,” Wiener Dog Races, Military Thursdays, live entertainment, and more.

The annual TQHA Yearling Sale on July 25-26, held alongside the meet’s richest race, the $620,000 TQHA Sale Futurity (RG1), further strengthened ...

GRANDE PRAIRIE, TX–AUGUST 18, 2025–The Texas Racing Commission (TXRC) has announced that all owners, trainers, and jockeys must hold a current license prior to the entry of their horses.

Participants are encouraged to verify if fingerprints are required for their license renewal, as this process may extend turnaround times. Trainers should work closely with their owners to confirm that licenses are active and not set to expire during the meet.

The upcoming Lone Star Park Fall Meet opens Friday, September ...

By Greg Thompson, StallioneSearch

OGALLALA, NE—AUGUST 17, 2025—Quarter Horse racing will return to Nebraska on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, with a soft launch of the newly opened Lake Mac Racetrack at the Lake Mac Casino Resort in Ogallala. This one-day meet for 2025 aims to introduce the venue to both the industry and horse racing fans.

Located just south of Lake McConaughy off I-80, the racetrack is part of a new resort complex designed to draw horsemen, jockeys and spectators from across the Midwest. After years of anticipation, ...

HOUSTON, TX–AUGUST 15, 2025–Sam Houston Race Park is pleased to announce its Handicapping Qualifiers for 2025, that will feed into its annual Houston Betting Championship (HBC), to be held during the Houston Racing Festival on January 24, 2026.

The first qualifier will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025 and feature racing from Saratoga Race Course.  The Travers Stakes is the featured event on the program and will be included in the contest races. 

The four Sam Houston qualifiers in 2025 will have a $250 Entry Fee, and the entirety of that sum will be the player’s bankroll.  ...

SELMA, TX–AUGUST 13, 2025–The Retama Park Quarter Horse and Mixed live race meet will wrap up its 2025 season this weekend, August 14–16, with three days of competitive racing and entertainment for the entire family. Fans can look forward to a high-caliber weekend of stakes racing for Arabians, Paints, Appaloosas, and Quarter Horses, alongside crowd favorites like the Weenie Dog Races, live music, and great food.

“Thanks to our Horsemen, and the fans who make Retama Park a special place to be during the summer. We end the 2025 season with excitement for what lies ahead in 2026,” said Mike Acton, Secretary of Racing at ...

By StallioneSearch

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—AUGUST 13, 2025—Heritage Place has announced an extension to the consignment deadline for its 48th Annual Fall Mixed Sale, now set for August 21, 2025.

The three-day auction will be held on October 30, 31, and November 1, 2025, at the Heritage Place Sales Pavilion in Oklahoma City. The Fall Mixed Sale traditionally features a diverse selection of Quarter Horses, Paints, and Appaloosas — including broodmares, yearlings, weanlings, stallions, and horses of racing age — attracting buyers and consignors from across the United States and beyond.

CLICK HERE for consignment forms for the 2025 Heritage Place Fall Mixed ...

LOS ALAMITOS, CA–AUGUST 12, 2025–James Dreyer, a Champion of Champions winning jockey and one of the best Quarter Horse riders during Los Alamitos' golden era of jockeys in the 1960s and '70s, passed away on Monday, August 11, after an illness. He was 82.

Born February 26, 1943, Dreyer was from Scranton, Pennsylvania. He enjoyed an outstanding 18-year riding career at Los Alamitos, winning 535 Quarter Horse races and 46 stakes races at the Orange County oval.

Many of those victories came aboard Ed Allred and Kenneth Wright's legendary AQHA Hall of Famer and World Champion Charger Bar, whom Dreyer piloted to victory in ...

GRAND PRAIRIE, TX–AUGUST 12, 2025–The Lone Star Park Fall Meeting of Champions for American Quarter Horses in 2025 is scheduled to begin on Friday, September 5th, and conclude on Saturday, November 15th. Please note the following schedule for the upcoming Fall Meeting of Champions:

SHIPPING IN: Race Meet stabling begins on Friday, August 22 Sale horses begin shipping in on Friday, August 22

Thoroughbred Yearling Sale is Tuesday, August 26 @ 10:00 am

TRAINING HOURS: Starting Wednesday, August 27

7:00 am to 10:00 am, break at 8:25 am, ...

By Ray Paulick, PaulickReport

PHOENIX, AZ–AUGUST 9, 2025–California horse owner and real estate developer Gary Hartunian could soon be taking over as the operator of Turf Paradise in Phoenix, Ariz., it was revealed during a special online meeting of the Arizona Racing Commission on Thursday.

Turf Paradise owner Jerry Simms, who during the meeting was given conditional approval for a three-year permit to operate a race meet – contingent on completion by Oct. 1 of required repairs in the stable area and the rails on both the main dirt track and turf course – at first did not identify the potential new operator by name but said the person planned to lease the track for two years, then build a new track on a “different piece of property.” It is believed the network of OTBs run by Turf Paradise would be part ...

By StallioneSearch OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—AUGUST 8, 2025—The online version of the upcoming 47th Annual Heritage Place September Yearling Sale catalog is now available.

The four-day event, September 17-20, 2024, at the Heritage Place Sales Pavilion in Oklahoma City, will feature 1009 head of the industry's finest Quarter Horse yearlings.

A pre-sale party and horse viewing will be held on Tuesday, September 16, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Food and drinks will be available with live ...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 8, 2025–StallioneSearch.com concludes its coverage of the 2025 All American Futurity (G1), Derby (G1), and Oaks (G1) with results from Wednesday’s $700,898 All American Oaks (G1) trials for three-year-old fillies.

Sharing the afternoon program with the All American Derby (G1), the Oaks trials opened the card with the first four races and featured top sophomore fillies vying for a spot in the Grade 1 classic.

Each competitor faced the full 440 yards in an effort to post one of the day’s ten fastest ...

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GRANDE PRAIRIE, TX–AUGUST 8, 2025– Sustaining payments for the Dash For Cash Futurity(G2) and Dash For Cash Derby(G2) are due on Friday, August 15, and are $400 for Derby horses and $500 for Futurity horses that are already nominated.

New horses can also be nominated at this time for a late fee. For all the details, please refer to the nomination form in the horsemen's information section. CLICK HERE to go directly to the nomination form.

Trials for the Grade 2 Dash For Cash Futurity will be contested at 400 yards on Saturday, September 13th, 2025, and the Grade 2 Dash For Cash Derby will be contested at 440 yards on Friday, September 12th, 2025.

Finals for both events will run back at Lone Star ...

RUIDOSO, NM—AUGUST 7, 2025—In a heartfelt video interview with Tom Dawson, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham shined a spotlight on Ruidoso, the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, and Lincoln County—celebrating the community’s resilience in the face of unprecedented adversity.

Just weeks ago, on July 8, Ruidoso was ravaged by a catastrophic flash flood: an intense monsoon downpour—3.5 inches in 90 minutes—forced the Rio Ruidoso to crest at a record 20–20.24 feet, nearly five feet above the previous highwater mark. The deluge swept away homes, triggered more than 85 swift-water rescues, and tragically claimed three lives—two of whom were children—and left dozens of residents displaced and communities reeling.

The disaster was exacerbated by the scars left by the 2024 South Fork and Salt wildfires, whose burned soil layers failed to absorb ...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 7, 2025—StallioneSearch.com continues exclusive video coverage of the 2025 All American Futurity (G1), All American Derby (G1), and All American Oaks (G1) with a complete recap of the $1,077,461 American Derby (G1) trials, held Wednesday, August 6 at The Downs at Albuquerque.

Sharing the card with the All American Oaks (G1), the Derby trials went off as races five through ten. The classic Grade 1 event will be contested at 440 yards as part of the rich Labor Day card at The Downs at Albuquerque and saw multiple millionaires contest the quarter-of-a-mile trials in the attempt to qualify as one of the top ...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 6, 2025—StallioneSearch.com continues exclusive video coverage of the 2025 All American Futurity (G1), All American Derby (G1), and All American Oaks (G1) with a complete recap of Day 2 of the $3-Million All American Futurity trials, held Tuesday, August 5 at The Downs at Albuquerque.

With 32 trial races in total, every competitor is striving for a coveted place in Quarter Horse racing history—and the $1.5-Million winner’s share of the purse awaiting the champion on Labor Day. For the second consecutive year, ...

GILLETTE, WY–AUGUST 6, 2025– The 2024 Wyoming Breeder Award Champions were honored on June 21, 2025, at Energy Downs in Gillette, Wyoming.

307 Horse Racing, LLC, hosted the event, and all in attendance had a fabulous evening. The Wyoming Gaming Commission Executive Director, Nick Larramendy, presented each winner with beautiful racing trophies.

CLICK HERE to view a slide show of the 2024 Wyoming Bred Champions.

He welcomed the award banquet attendees on behalf of the commissioners and staff, expressing that ...

Retama Park saw notable gains in wagering and fan turnout during its three-day trial weekend, held July 31 through August 2, 2025. The TQHA Sires’ Cup Futurity and Derby trials headlined the weekend, showcasing rising momentum across racing and community involvement.

“The Sires’ Cup Futurity and Derby have seen really nice growth over the past few years. Both races have posted significant increases in total purses,” said Scott Sherwood, TQHA Director of Racing.

The meet opened Thursday with a card anchored by the $69,590 Colors of ...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–AUGUST 5, 2025—StallioneSearch.com launches its exclusive video coverage of the 2025 All American Futurity (G1), All American Derby (G1), and All American Oaks (G1) with a full recap of Day 1 trials for the $3-Million All American Futurity, held Monday, August 4 at The Downs at Albuquerque.

The opening round of trials — part of a thirty-two trial series scheduled over Monday, August 4, and Tuesday, August 5 — showcased the first group of hopefuls chasing a spot in Quarter Horse racing’s most prestigious two-year-old final, traditionally held each ...

GRAND PRAIRIE, TX–AUGUST 5, 2025–The first condition book for the upcoming fall meet at Lone Star Park is now available online. Horsemen can access it through the Horsemen’s Information section of the track’s official website or directly via Equibase.com.

The stable area is scheduled to open for incoming horses on Friday, August 22, with the racetrack opening for training on Wednesday, August 27. In advance of the meet, the annual Thoroughbred ...

CYPRESS, CA–AUGUST 4, 2025–Jockey Barrington Harvey, a winner of 742 races from over 10,000 mounts in a career that spanned six decades, has passed away in his native home of Jamaica at the age of 62. Los Alamitos Race Course was notified of Harvey’s death on Sunday.

Popular among his peers, Harvey won 129 races from 1,145 mounts at Los Alamitos, most of them at the 4 ½ furlongs and 1,000-yard distance. He rode many winners for trainer Angela Aquino and for trainer Sally Rivera.

For Rivera, Harvey piloted Whisky My God to ...

ROCK SPRINGS, WY–AUGUST 4, 2025–Sweetwater Downs will offer the highest purses for horsemen in the track's history for its 2025 race meet starting on Saturday, August 16.

The $1.9 million in purses is a 40 percent increase over 2024. Horsemen have responded with a record number of stall applications for the seven-week meet. Track officials expect more than 1,000 horses to ship into the Rock Springs facility in the coming days.

Once again, year-end championships for Thoroughbreds and Quarter Horses will be determined at the final race meet of the season on the Wyoming racing calendar. The annual John Schiffer Memorial Race will continue as a season highlight on September 6.

The racing season will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new paddock just after noon ...