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GRANDE PRAIRIE, TX–JULY 9, 2025– Sustaining payments for the Dash For Cash Futurity(G2) and Dash For Cash Derby(G2) are due on Tuesday, July 15, and are $300 for Derby horses and $400 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 located 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 ...



OKLAHOMA CITY, OK–JULY 8, 2025– In partnership with the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association (OQHRA), all Oklahoma racetracks—Remington Park, Fair Meadows at Tulsa, and Will Rogers Downs—have announced expanded hair testing measures for the 2026 Quarter Horse, Paint, and Appaloosa race meets.

While pre-entry hair testing has been a condition of entry since 2018, the updated policy builds on that foundation by introducing new layers of accountability and a unified approach across all tracks.

“We are expanding our ...



CHEYENNE, WY–JULY 8, 2025–The film Sweetwater will make its Cowboy State premiere at the Wyoming International Film Festival on July 10, 2025, offering audiences a first look at a sweeping Western story that weaves the lives of four horse racing professionals together during a high-stakes, seven-week horse racing season at Sweetwater Downs in Rock Springs, WY.

Produced by Modoc Stories and shot on location in Rock Springs, Sweetwater explores the struggles and triumphs of people trying to achieve the best version of themselves while chasing big dreams with long odds. Featuring jockeys Ainslin Finn, Shaundra Larsen, Jesus Valenzuela and track announcer A.P. Harreld, the documentary captures their personal and professional journeys in a sport as unforgiving as it is exhilarating.

"Sweetwater is a moving story of grit, community and ambition set against the wild and rugged ...



Obit courtesy of the Cox Royley Funeral Home

AMARILLO, TX–JULY 6, 2025–Matthew “Matt” James Darby, 54, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Services will be scheduled and announced at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Cox-Rowley Funeral Home.

Matt was born August 20, 1970, in Newport Beach, California, to James ...



LOS ALAMITOS RACE COURSE, CYPRESS, CA–JULY 5, 2025–Sisi, a 14-year-old dachshund from Seal Beach, is this year's Senior AmbassaDOG for the 2025 Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals to be held at Los Alamitos Race Course starting at 6:15 p.m. on Saturday, July 12.

There will be a total of 14 doxie races with the championship race to be contested at 9:15 p.m. 

Sisi will lead the pack in the Long In the Tail division — a special race for dachshunds aged six and older — bringing her spirit and joy to fans who have adored her for years. A total of 10 doxies will compete in the Long In the Tail race with the winner advancing to the Wiener Nationals Championship race to also be held on July 12.      

Sisi's journey is one of ...



By StallioneSearch

FREDRICKSBURG, TX–JULY 5, 2025–Gillespie  County Fair Association announced today that trials for the 2025 $150,000-est. G.C.F.A Firecracker Futurity will now be contested on Sunday, July 20, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds in ...



By StallioneSearch SELMA, TX–JULY 5, 2025–TQHA announced today that trials for the 2025 $614,485 TQHA Sale Futurity(RG1) will now be contested on Saturday, July 12, at Retama Park.

Originally scheduled for Friday, July 4, the track canceled the card due to weather and flooding in the San Antonio area on Thursday and Friday.

There will be no redraw as the card will be the exact at the July 4th version.

The first of 11 trials will kick off at 6:15 p.m. ...



By StallioneSearch RUIDOSO, NM—JULY 2, 2025—The All American Ruidoso Horse Sale Company has announced that the catalog for the 2025 Ruidoso New Mexico Bred Quarter Horse & Thoroughbred Yearling Sale is now available online.

This year’s sale is set for August 8 and 9 at the All American Ruidoso Horse Sale Company pavilion on Joe Welch Road in Ruidoso Downs. The sale will showcase an outstanding selection of New Mexico Bred Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred ...



The AQHA Champions Selection Committee convened at the end of June to determine the 2024 AQHA racing champions. The contenders were those that have been deemed eligible by having met the criteria outlined in the AQHA Awards and Media Policy of 2024.

Eleven horses have been named as 2024 divisional champions, with the announcement of the 2024 World Champion Racing American Quarter Horse to be revealed later.

The selection of the 2024 AQHA Racing Champions was delayed in December, due to delayed rulings on key races. This pause allowed the selection ...



By Leann Noguera/StallioneSearch

CLAREMORE, OK–JULY 2, 2025–Stall applications for the upcoming Will Rogers Downs Quarter Horse meet must be returned on or before Saturday, July 19.

The 2025 Quarter Horse, Paint and Appaloosa live Fall Meet will kick off on September 8 and continue through November 11. Racing will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with a first post set for noon (CST).

CLICK HERE to download a 2025 Will Rogers Downs Stall ...



VINTON, LA–JULY 2, 2025–A group of young women interested in learning more about equine care and horse racing enjoyed a full day of education on Tuesday, July 1, as part of the AQHA Youth Racing Experience.

They began their morning at Delta Downs to hear about the numerous aspects of preparing horses for the race day experience. The group met Trainer Kenneth Roberts. Sr. jockey Juan Garcia, Jr, John Simon, Mike Solis, Mike Whitler, Dr. Kleinman, Darby Jones in the Jocks Room, Delta Downs Race Office, ...



RUSHVILLE, IL–JULY 1, 2025–Donna Jane Smith Cockerill, the mother of Robin Glenn, passed away on June 29, 2025, at her home in Rushville, IL, surrounded by her family. "My friends from my youth know what a unique person my mother was," Robin said in a Facebook post this week. "My industry peers may not know that Mom helped me start the RGP (now QData) database, managing it for 15 years after she retired. She contributed in many other ways to the success of Robin Glenn Pedigrees, as well. She was tougher than boot ...



By StallioneSearch GRAND PRAIRIE, TX–JULY 1, 2025–Dash for Cash Futurity(G2) and Dash For Cash Derby(G3) nomination lists are now available on the Lone Star Park website in the horsemen's information section.

The next payment is due on Tuesday, July 15. It is $300 for Derby horses and $400 for Futurity horses that have already been nominated.

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

Please get your payments sent ...



By Martha Claussen

FREDERICKSBURG, TX–JUNE 30, 2025–There are four racetracks in the Lone Star State. While you can enjoy live horse racing and several special events each season at Sam Houston Race Park, Lone Star Park and Retama Park, there is one more Texas track that you will enjoy visiting this summer!

Beginning on Saturday, July 5, The Gillespie County Fair & Festivals Association (GCFFA) offers Quarter Horse racing and the best in "old-fashioned fun "plus the freshest family entertainment you'll find anywhere in the Lone Star State!

Located in Fredericksburg, in Gillespie ...



OKLAHOMA CITY, OK–JUNE 30, 2025–Have you ever wondered what it takes to train a racehorse? Well, now is your chance to go behind the scenes and learn all about what it takes to run a race barn. You will also get a glance at how the race track operates on a race day. We will meet with racing officials and professionals. So if you have ever wanted to know more about Quarter Horse Racing and all that goes with it you won’t want to miss out on this!

On Saturday, July 12th OQHRA is hosting a Youth Racing Experience, where people ages 16-18 can take part in a day long experience at Fair Meadows Track in Tulsa.

The day will start ...



LOUISVILLE, KY–JUNE 29, 2025–D. Wayne Lukas, the Hall of Fame trainer whose fierce competitiveness, vision, and unmatched horsemanship transformed the landscape of American horse racing, died Saturday at his home in Louisville, Kentucky, after a brief illness. He was 89.

Darrell Wayne Lukas, known simply as "D. Wayne" or affectionately as "The Coach," built a legacy that spanned more than five decades and defined modern Thoroughbred training.

Over his storied career, his horses won an astonishing 15 Triple Crown races, 20 Breeders' Cup races, and earned more than $300 million. His final victory came on June 12 at Churchill Downs — fittingly, the same track where his name became synonymous with greatness.

Born on a small farm in Antigo, Wisconsin, ...



By Leann Noguera, StallioneSearch

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK–JUNE 29, 2025–Melvin Wayne Bollenbach, 86, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, of natural causes. A man of character, conviction, and integrity, Melvin touched the lives of many with his work ethic, humor, and unwavering mentorship. His life was defined by determination and a deep-rooted passion for excellence—whether in the cockpit of a Navy aircraft, the financial markets, or the pastures of his family farm.

Melvin was born August 26, 1938, in ...



ALEXANDRIA, LA—JUNE 25, 2025— A regular meeting of the Louisiana Quarter Horse Breeders Association (LQHBA) Board of Directors is scheduled for Friday, July 11, 2025, at Delta Downs in the Clubhouse, beginning at 1:00 p.m. CST.

All LQHBA members and the general public are invited to attend, though attendance is not required.

To ensure proper seating and refreshments, we kindly ask that anyone planning to attend notify the LQHBA office ...



From the Heritage Place Shareholders

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - JUNE 24, 2025–On Tuesday, Heritage Place shareholders released a statement regarding the passing of their last living founder, Dr. Charles W. “Doc” Graham, of Elgin, Texas, who died on Saturday, June 21.

It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of one of our founders, Dr. Charles W. Graham, D.V.M., whose vision, leadership, and unwavering dedication helped lay the foundation for what Heritage Place is today.

Dr. Graham was more than just the ...



By Leann Noguera, StallioneSearch

SELMA, TX–JUNE 23, 2025–The wait is almost over. Retama Park is proud to welcome fans back to the track as they celebrate 30 years of live Quarter Horse racing. Opening Day for the 2025 season is Wednesday, June 26, and will be a weekend full of excitement, family fun, and fast horses.

Tickets are on sale now. Don’t wait—CLICK HERE to purchase early and skip the line at the gate.

Opening Night – Thursday, June 26 Join Retama Park for the first night of live racing as they honor three decades of speed, competition, and community. It’s the perfect way to kick off a season that promises thrills from the first post to the last.

Camel and Ostrich Racing – Friday and Saturday, June 27 and 28 The camels and ostriches ...



By Leann Noguera, StallioneSearch

VINTON, LA–JUNE 23, 2025–On the evening of Saturday, July 12th, 2025, the Lookout Restaurant at Delta Downs will be open to horse racing fans and families for the Lee Berwick Futurity finals.

Guests are invited to enjoy a buffet-style dinner with sweeping racetrack views from one of the best vantage points at Delta Downs. Dinner service begins at 5:00 PM and runs through 9:00 PM, offering a delicious way to complement an exciting night of racing action.

Pricing is $35 per adult and $17.50 for children under 12. Seating will feature round-top tables arranged for parties of six, creating an intimate and comfortable dining experience. ...



By Leann Noguera, StallioneSearch

ELGIN, TX–JUNE 22, 2025–Dr. Charles W. “Doc” Graham, a cornerstone of the Texas horse racing and breeding industries, passed away on Saturday, June 21, after a courageous battle with cancer. His death marks the loss of a visionary whose influence reached far beyond the barns and breeding sheds of Elgin, leaving a legacy that helped define modern horse racing in the Southwest.

Dr. Graham spent more than six decades shaping the horse industry in Texas and beyond. A veterinarian by training and a horseman at heart, his impact on both Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred racing came through leadership, business vision, and a strong belief in long-term growth of the horse industry.

After earning his degree in Animal Husbandry from Texas A&M in 1953 and his Doctor of Veterinary ...



CYPRESS, CA–JUNE 22, 2025–Caliche Walls Venture LLC, Alan Isbell, Lance Bland and Jimmy Barton’s Lethal Cowboy 123, the winner of the Grade 1 Los Alamitos Two Million Futurity and Grade 1 Golden State Million Futurity, was unveiled as the 2024 Pacific Coast Quarter Horse Racing Association Horse of the Year and champion 2-year-old gelding d ...



LOUISVILLE, KY–JUNE 22, 2025–Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas has been hospitalized and will not return to training, his family and Churchill Downs announced Sunday.

Lukas’ family said the 89-year-old has battled a severe MRSA blood infection that has caused significant damage to his heart and digestive system and worsened preexisting chronic conditions. The family said Lukas declined an aggressive treatment plan that doctors proposed involving multiple surgeries over the coming months and 24/7 assistance, instead deciding to return ...



LOS ALAMITOS, CA–JUNE 21, 2025–The Pacific Coast Quarter Horse Racing Association will announce its champions and recognize its award winners for the 2024 racing year with a special webcast show premiering on Sunday, June 22 at 5 p.m. (Pacific).

The webcast will air on the Los Alamitos Race Course YouTube channel, and the link is available HERE and at LosAlamitos.com. The PCQHRA Awards show will be accessible on demand following its premiere airing on YouTube

The one-hour show will be hosted by Michael Wrona and highlighted by the 2024 PCQHRA Horse of the Year announcements and the prestigious Frank Vessels Sr. ...



ELGIN, TX-JUNE 20 The Texas Quarter Horse Association (TQHA) reminds all breeders that the deadline to accredit broodmares foaling in Texas in 2026 at the reduced rate of $50 is fast approaching. After June 30, 2025, the fee will increase to $100.

This accreditation is a one-time process—once a broodmare is ...



RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM–JUNE 20, 2025–Ruidoso Downs Racetrack will honor and induct the 2025 Ruidoso Downs Racing Hall of Fame class on Thursday evening, August 7th in the Turf Club. The annual gala will be held the same weekend as trials for the All American Futurity, All American Derby, and All American Oaks. That weekend also features the New Mexico-bred Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred Yearling Sale on August 8 and 9.

Each year, the Hall of Fame Committee at Ruidoso Downs selects a specific horse, owner, trainer, jockey, and a recipient of special achievement in the industry. This year’s inductees include:

HORSE: GO TOGETHER

Foaled in 1967, Go Together raced for the late Harriett C Peckham. She won 13 of 27 lifetime starts including the Rainbow Derby and the ...



AMARILLO, TX–JUNE 18, 2025–The American Quarter Horse Association believes the welfare of the American Quarter Horse is of paramount importance.

While AQHA is an equine breed registry and not directly involved with American Quarter Horse racing regulation, it strongly supports industry efforts to improve racing welfare, it works closely with international, national and state regulatory bodies to improve standards and ensure integrity.

Among its efforts is the AQHA Awards and Media Policy, which was first implemented in 2018, and strives to support the pursuit of a level playing field for all American Quarter Horse racing participants by prohibiting awards and media coverage for horses and/or people who have violations that could potentially impact the outcome of a race and/or endanger equine athletes. The policy says that any entity that meets the criteria will be ineligible ...



SHAKOPEE, MN–JUNE 17, 2025–Dickey Bob, the richest Minnesota bred quarter horse of all time, will make what is likely his final start at Canterbury Park on Wednesday in race eight.

Trainer Jason Olmstead refers to this as the 10-year-old Dickey Bob’s retirement tour.

"They got this race to go for him," he said of the racing office. "I don’t think there will be anything else for him here this season. I hope he puts on a show and wins."

Dickey Bob was bred in Minnesota by Bruce and Judy Lunderborg who run as Lunderborg LLC. He is by the sire Apollitical Jess out of a mare the couple raced named Paint Or More. Dickey Bob has 14 wins from 22 starts at Canterbury, missing the top three just four times ...



By Martha Claussen

HOUSTON, TX–JUNE 17, 2025–The 2025 Sam Houston Quarter Horse racing season concluded on Saturday, June 14 with a blockbuster 11-race card, including the running of the $700,00 Sam Houston Futurity(G2) and presentation of the end of the meet awards for leading owner, jockey and trainer.

Bryan Pettigrew, Vice President and General Manager of Texas Racing Operations for PENN Entertainment acknowledged the success of the 2025 Quarter Horse meet.

“First of all, we thank our Horsemen for their support ...



By Leann Noguera, StallioneSearch

VINTON, LA—JUNE 17, 2025—Federal immigration agents executed a full-scale raid at Delta Downs Racetrack early Tuesday morning in a move that has sent shockwaves through the horse racing industry.

The operation, carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in coordination with state and local law enforcement, targeted the racetrack’s backside on Tuesday, during a dark day of racing amid their active Quarter Horse meet.

The raid, which began before 8:00 a.m., shut down all ...



AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION–JUNE 17, 2025–Quarter Horse fans will come together in Amarillo, Texas, September 12- 13th to celebrate two-time AQHA racing world champion Danjer as he crosses the finish line, joining six others in the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame.

The 2016 brown gelding, who is by FDD Dynasty and out of the Take Off Jess mare Shez Jess Toxic, had 22 firsts from 35 starts during his racing career and nearly $2.5 million earnings.

Danjer had a record 12 Grade 1 stakes wins at five different tracks, was the all-time leader of stakes wins with 16 at 440 yards, won at least one Grade 1 stakes at 440 yards in six consecutive years and won the AQHA Challenge Championship three times. 

This memorable ...



By Leann Noguera, StallioneSearch

AJAX DOWNS, ON–JUNE 15, 2025–Canada's winningest Quarter Horse jockey, Brian Bell, recorded the 800th victory of his career on Sunday afternoon at Ajax Downs, guiding Maryland Magic to a decisive win in the final race of the Father’s Day card.

The landmark victory came in Race 8, a 300-yard Speed Index dash for older horses. Bell and Maryland Magic broke sharply and powered away from the field, stopping the clock in 15.773 seconds to post an 85 speed index over a fast track.

"I want to thank everyone who came out today," said Bell. ...



ALTOONA, IA–JUNE 13, 2025–Father’s Day, Sunday June 15, marks the start of the mixed meet format at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, with a combination of Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred racing on the schedule for the duration of the current live racing season through September 27, 2025.

The transition to a mixed meet also kicks off a busy stretch of racing activity at Prairie Meadows over the next four weeks that will include a special day of live racing and fireworks on Thursday, July 3 and the always popular Iowa Festival of Racing for Thoroughbreds on Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5.

The post time for Monday, June ...



ALEXANDRIA, LA–JUNE 13, 2025–The Louisiana Quarter Horse Breeders Association (LQHBA) will award five $2,000 scholarships to further the education of Louisiana students on Saturday, July 12 at Delta Downs.

The exciting night of the 2025 Quarter Horse racing season will feature several quality stakes, including the Lee Berwick Futurity (RG1) and the Delta Downs Louisiana Bred Derby (RG3). The live racing program begins at 6:15 pm (Central).

The ...



By Jennifer Morrison

AJAX DOWNS–JUNE 13, 2025–Ajax Downs' first special Sunday of Quarter Horse racing is Father's Day, June 15, with prizes, giveaways and pizza, an exciting eight-race card and Canada's winningest Quarter Horse jockey BRIAN BELL on his quest for 800 winning rides.

First race post time this Sunday is 12:55 p.m. and the forecast is for a picture-perfect early summer afternoon.

Father's Day at Ajax Downs is the first of four special event race days during the season. The first 150 Dads will ...



GRANDE PRAIRIE, TX–JUNE 13, 2025–The nomination form for the 2025 $450,000 est. Dash For Cash Futurity [G2] and $175,000-est. Dash For Cash Derby [G2] due on Sunday, June 15, 2025. 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 Park on Saturday, October 4th, 2025.

Get ready for a fantastic quarter horse meet starting September 5 and running through November 15, 2025. We can't wait to welcome you to Lone Star Park this ...



By Greg Thompson, StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM – JUNE 11, 2025—Political Twist, the impressive winner of the 2025 Ruidoso Futurity (G1), is not expected to participate in the upcoming Rainbow Futurity (G1) trials scheduled for the July 4th weekend at Ruidoso Downs, according to co-owner Javier Rodriguez.

The Apollitical Jess gelding, co-owned by Ray Willis and La Feliz Montana Ranch, LLC and trained by Xavier Rodriguez, delivered an impressive performance at the Ruidoso Futurity (G1) on Sunday, June 8, 2025. This outstanding two-year-old, who has emerged as the leading ...



By StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO, NM—JUNE 8, 2025–StallioneSearch.com concludes its exclusive webcast series covering the prestigious Ruidoso Futurity (G1) and Ruidoso Derby (G1)  weekend with a full recap of the $1,000,000 Grade 1 Ruidoso Futurity finals..

In this episode, our team was trackside at Ruidoso Downs to capture every moment of the 400-yard Grade 1 classic. The field was headlined by Political Twist, the 2025 West Texas Futurity (G2) winner and fastest ...



By StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO, NM—JUNE 7, 2025–StallioneSearch.com continues its exclusive webcast series covering the prestigious Ruidoso Futurity (G1) and Ruidoso Derby (G1)  weekend with a full recap of the $820,168 Grade 1 Ruidoso Derby finals..

In this episode, our team was trackside at Ruidoso Downs to capture every moment of the 400-yard Grade 1 classic. The field was headlined by FDD Dreams, the 2024 Texas Classic Futurity (G1) champion and post-time ...



By StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO, NM—JUNE 6, 2025– StallioneSearch.com continues its webcast coverage of the prestigious $1,000,000 Ruidoso Futurity (G1) and Ruidoso Derby (G1) with the launch of Episode 3 in the 2025 Ruidoso Futurity Preview Series.

In this episode, the StallioneSearch team visits with owner and breeder Javier Rodriguez of La Feliz Montana Ranch LLC to discuss standout contender Political Twist, the fastest qualifier from Day 1 of the Ruidoso Futurity trials.

The gelded son of ...



By StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO, NM—JUNE 6, 2025–StallioneSearch.com continues its exclusive webcast series covering the prestigious Ruidoso Futurity (G1) and Ruidoso Derby (G1) with the release of the Ruidoso Derby (G1) Preview Episode.

This episode features a visit to the barn of trainer Ramon Mendoza, who shares insight on his top qualifier Electryfing Cowboy, the fastest entrant for the 2025 Ruidoso Derby (G1). The Flying Cowboy 123 ...



By StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO, NM—JUNE 6, 2025—StallioneSearch.com continues its exclusive webcast coverage of the prestigious $1,000,000 Ruidoso Futurity (G1) and Ruidoso Derby (G1) with the release of Episode 2 of the 2025 Ruidoso Futurity Preview Series.

In this installment, StallioneSearch visits the barn area at Ruidoso Downs for an in-depth, on-location interview with trainer Ricardo “Ricky” Armendariz, Jr., who conditions Dee Favorite Tacha, the fastest qualifier from Day 2 of trials for the Ruidoso Futurity ...



By StallioneSearch

ELGIN, TX–JUNE 6, 2025–The 2026 running of the new Texas Breeders Futurity at Sam Houston Race Park is shaping up to be a blockbuster, as a remarkable 396 foals of 2024 have been nominated through the Early Bird process by the May 1 deadline.

This surge in nominations by yearlings nominated to the 2025 TQHA Yearling Sale underscores both the prestige of the $75,000-added event and the continuing enthusiasm for Texas-bred Quarter Horse racing.

The Early Bird nomination list spans various top Texas breeders, owners, and bloodlines, signaling strong interest across the state and beyond.

Among the leading consignors and stables already nominating ...



By StallioneSearch

RUIDOSO, NM–JUNE 5, 2025–StallioneSearch.com kicks off its exclusive webcast coverage of the $1,000,000 Ruidoso Futurity (G1) and Ruidoso Derby (G1) with the debut of Episode 1 of the Ruidoso Futurity Preview Series.

In this episode, Greg   delivers a comprehensive analysis of the trial races, spotlighting all ten qualifiers from the two-day trial events leading up to the Ruidoso Futurity (G1).

Headlining the field ...



By Richard Linihan

OKLAHOMA CITY–JUNE 5, 2025–Apollitical Muse weathered a six-race campaign over the entire three-month spring season, winning the Heritage Place Oaks and Remington Park Oaks in the process. She has been deservedly rewarded by being voted Remington Park’s Champion Horse of the Meeting for the 2025 American Quarter ...



By Tim Keithley, courtesy of the Alamogordo News

RUIDOSO, NM–JUNE 5, 2025– He’s about thirty pounds heavier than in his riding days, but when GOAT G.R. Carter walked back into the winner’s circle last ...



By Greg Thompson/StallioneSearch

OKLAHOMA CITY–JUNE 4, 2025–AQHA World Champion Jockey Francisco Calderon concluded the 2025 Remington Park meet by reaching several significant career milestones. He achieved his 1,000th career win, surpassed 100 career stakes victories, and ended the event with three impressive graded stakes wins.

Calderon, recognized as one of the most consistent riders in American Quarter Horse racing over the past five years, reached the 1,000-win mark during the latter part of the 2025 Remington Park Quarter Horse meet. His ...



OKLAHOMA CITY, OK–JUNE 4, 2025–Consignment contracts for the 47th Annual Heritage Place September Yearling Sale are now available.

The annual three-day sale will be held September 18 through 20 at the Heritage Place Sales pavilion in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Consignments must be received Online or in the office June 10. Fees are $650, ($750 if withheld from sale proceeds) per head. A late fee of $100 will be charged to horses that miss the deadline. The commission is 5% or a $500 minimum commission, whichever is higher.

An ...



By Leann Noguera/StallioneSearch

SELMA, TX, JUNE 4, 2025–Retama Park is gearing up for its 2025 live racing season and is inviting job seekers to join the team during a special hiring event this Thursday, June 5, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. The event will take place on-site at Retama Park. Applicants are asked to enter through the main gate.

Retama Park is currently filling multiple seasonal and part-time positions. The 2025 live racing meet is scheduled to run from June 26 through August 16.

Opportunities are available across several departments, including Security Officer, Gate Attendant, Usher, Program Seller, Mutuels Clerk, EVS Attendant, Marketing, and Maintenance. Previous ...