Magna Entertainment says in bankruptcy court filings it won’t consider bids to move PreaknessANNAPOLIS, Md. — In bold lettering in bankruptcy court filings, Magna Entertainment Corp. said it will not consider bids at auction that would move the Preakness Stakes horse race from Maryland, a decision cheered Tuesday by Gov. Martin O’Malley. Extensive flood damage will force Kentucky Derby Museum to remain closed for rest of yearLOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Kentucky Derby Museum will remain closed for the rest of the year as the tourist attraction showcasing the world’s most famous horse race tries to recover from flood damage. Safety reforms show no instant impact at curbing racehorse deaths; 1,200 fatalities in ‘08LEXINGTON, Ky. — The rush to improve safety since Eight Belles was euthanized at last year’s Kentucky Derby did little to curb the number of horses dying at American racetracks in 2008, The Associated Press found in a national count. Ky. Derby Museum escapes flooding without losing major artifacts, will be closed indefinitelyLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Derby Museum spokeswoman Wendy Treinen looked into a room containing hundreds of artifacts chronicling the world’s most famous horse race — much of them covered in bubble wrap — and admits it could have been worse. Drenched Ky. residents dry out a day after floodwaters seeped into homes, Derby museumLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Water-weary Louisville plunged into cleanup mode Wednesday after massive flash flooding seeped into homes, cars and even the popular Kentucky Derby Museum, where part of its prized collection was strewn on tables after a frantic rescue. 2007 Eclipse Award winner Lawyer Ron euthanized because of complications from colicVERSAILLES, Ky. — Lawyer Ron was among the Kentucky Derby favorites in 2006 and a champion older horse in 2007. When he was retired from racing last year, he had earned nearly $2.8 million. Approval given for $2B development project that would end horseracing at Hollywood ParkINGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Inglewood City Council has approved a $2 billion development that would put an end to horse racing at the Hollywood Park racetrack. Kentucky Derby future safe even as state racing industry strugglesLOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Kentucky Derby will continue to thrive at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May. It’s the rest of the year that’s a problem for racing venues in the self-proclaimed “horse capital of the world.” Not so fast, mister! Ex-race horses helping police chase down bad guys on America’s streetsNEWARK, N.J. — Broadway Kevin waited in the auction holding pen, a successful harness horse whose life was now worth less than the cost to take care of him. Historic Florida racetrack where flamingos flew could see racing again as soon as DecemberHIALEAH, Fla. — A historic Florida racetrack known for its flock of flamingos could open again as soon as December, the son of the park’s owner said Monday. Shinnecock Indians seek tribal recognition; eyeing Belmont Park as possible casino siteNEW YORK — You can’t bet on the biggest longshot at Belmont Park — not yet, anyway. Michigan cuts horse racing schedule because of state budget reductionsLANSING, Mich. — Michigan is eliminating horse racing dates this summer because of the state’s budget problems. Bring it on, boys! After dominating fillies, Rachel Alexandra to test the boys at PreaknessBALTIMORE — Having repeatedly bullied many of the world’s most talented fillies with embarrassing ease, Rachel Alexandra has found that competing against her own gender has become a bore. Rachel Alexandra is 8-5 favorite, draws No. 13 post for PreaknessBALTIMORE — Rachel Alexandra was made the early 8-5 favorite Wednesday for the Preakness Stakes, the first filly accorded that status since 1988. Filly Rachel Alexandra arrives at Pimlico for PreaknessBALTIMORE — The belle of the Preakness ball has arrived at Pimlico. You go girl: Filly Rachel Alexandra to take on the boys in the PreaknessBALTIMORE — This must be one special filly. Filly Rachel Alexandra is entered in Preakness, along with 12 other horsesBALTIMORE — Rachel Alexandra is among 13 horses entered for Saturday’s Preakness Stakes. Australia’s Victoria state defers decision on future of jumps racingMELBOURNE, Australia — A decision on the future of steeplechase racing in Australia’s Victoria state was deferred Wednesday until next week after the Racing Victoria Limited board took submissions from pro- and anti-jumps campaigns. She’s all that: Filly Rachel Alexandra creates a buzz at Preakness, even before her arrivalBALTIMORE — Having already been soundly defeated twice by Rachel Alexandra, trainer Larry Jones has come to this realization as he prepares Kentucky Derby favorite Friesan Fire for a redemptive ride in the Preakness: Beaten Kentucky Derby favorite Friesan Fire tries again in PreaknessBALTIMORE — Larry Jones knows something about running a filly against the boys in a Triple Crown race, and he’s not looking forward to the threat posed by Rachel Alexandra. Friesan Fire to run in Preakness after next-to-last finish in Kentucky DerbyBALTIMORE — Friesan Fire will run in Saturday’s Preakness Stakes after the colt finished next-to-last as the wagering favorite in the Kentucky Derby. Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird heading east to PreaknessLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird is on his way to Pimlico. Churchill Downs will ask to drop 7 race days from spring meet; will reduce purses on 6 racesLEXINGTON, Ky. — Churchill Downs will ask the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission to let the track drop seven race days from the 2009 spring meet. Derby Trial winner won’t race in Preakness, heads instead to Belmont’s Woody Stephens StakesLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Derby Trial winner Hull will not race in the Preakness and instead will run in the Woody Stephens Stakes at Belmont Park on June 6. Tests prove top finishers at Kentucky Derby and Oaks were clean of steroidsLEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky racing officials say no horse tested positive for steroids or other banned drugs at the Kentucky Derby or Kentucky Oaks. Path clearing for Rachel Alexandra to run in the PreaknessLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Rachel Alexandra is in the Preakness. Finally. Probably. Filly Rachel Alexandra will get warm welcome at Preakness, but few favors from the boysEverybody has an opinion on whether a filly should run against the boys. Rachel Alexandra to be entered in Preakness, but will she make a field limited to 14 starters?LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Rachel Alexandra looks ready to challenge the boys in the Preakness. Rachel Alexandra breezes through workout at Churchill Downs, Preakness plans still uncertainLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Rachel Alexandra breezed through an easy workout at Churchill Downs, but it still remains uncertain whether the 3-year-old filly will run in the Preakness. Filly Rachel Alexandra will be morning line favorite in Preakness if she runsBALTIMORE — A field of 13 is expected for the Preakness on May 16, but a decision on entering superstar filly Rachel Alexandra against the boys won’t be made until she works out. |
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