I have already described the killing of Tyler’s Tribe as criminal. Now, as we learn more about his death and hear more from his trainer (and co-owner), Tim Martin, I feel that word is too generous. In a Thoroughbred Daily News article, Martin says the 4-year-old died from a collapsed trachea. A collapsed trachea. Martin…

The Stewards’ Report for Saturday’s Virginia Gold Cup (steeplechase) has been released, and here is what we’ve learned: “Pursuing Pace suffered a fractured shoulder and was transported for surgery.” “Welshman suffered a possible puncture of his LF tendon sheath and transported for further evaluation.” “Bogey’s Image bled from both nostrils [pulmonary hemorrhage] and was placed…

Despite all the hype surrounding Churchill’s supposed success Saturday, Equibase reports that in the first four months of 2024, total wagering on U.S. races fell 6.1% compared to the same period last year. April alone was down over 11% from April ’23. And, both the number of racedays and the number of races have also…

For the second straight day, a horse was killed at Mountaineer Racetrack. In the 1st last night, Lady P, says the chartwriter, “took a bad step and was euthanized on track.” Yes, that’s the exact same line he/she used for Red Flag Alert the day before. Short on creativity, but credit due for transparency. In…