Excitement Surrounds All-Russia Derby Prize

In North America, the Breeders’ Cup was first run in 1984 and is the climax of the horse racing season. The creation of this horse racing event eventually began inspiring other countries to host similar events. In Russia, the fifth leg of their Breeders’ Cup, leading to the final, which will be held on 27 September 2008, takes place on 16 August 2008, and is known as the All-Russia Derby Prize. It is a prestigious event, as some of the best horses in the country will be running with hopes of being including into the twelve horse line-up in the final show down.

Marlang Shines in Breeders’ Stakes

The Breeders’ Stakes is the third leg of the Canadian Triple Crown, and took place at the Woodbine Racetrack on Sunday, 3 August 2008. Noticeably absent from this horse racing event, were the winners of the first two legs of the Canadian Triple Crown, namely Not Bourbon (winner of the Queen’s Plate) and Harlem Rocker (winner of the Prince of Wales Stakes). The reason for them not taking part in the Breeders’ Stakes was due to both horses being more comfortable racing on dirt, and Sunday’s event was hosted on turf. But this left the field wide open for the 9-1 long shot, Marlang.

Halfway to Heaven another Feather in O’Brian’s Cap

It seems to be the year for Aiden O’Brian, as he raked in his seventeenth Group 1 victory with Halfway To Heaven on Sunday, 3 August 2008, at the Nassau Stakes held at Goodwood. But, just as successful as he has been with training these magnificent athletes, one must also recognize the talent and skill of jockey Johnny Murtagh, who has backed fifteen of those breathtaking victories, and the horses who have poured their hearts into this horse racing season.

Stem Cells Save Racing Career

Stem cell therapy has been around for years, but recent developments and new scientific research has improved the use of stem cells to repair tendon damage in racehorses. When a tendon or ligament is injured, it does not only mean a very long lay-off for racehorses, but the tendons and ligaments are not as strong as before, after they have healed. This is due to scar tissue replacing the damaged tissue during the healing process, and therefore leading to a weaker tendon. In Australia, Vet Biotechnology Ltd, were able to prove the success of stem cell therapy, after Viz Vitae returned to the racetrack, not just as a healed racehorse, but as a winner.

Hall of Fame Honor for Edgar Prado

Edgar Prado was selected to be inducted into the National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame on 21 April 2008, with the induction ceremony to be held on 4 August 2008. The honor of one’s name being added to the distinguished list of the National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame is given to those who have performed outstandingly and who have contributed to the horse racing industry. And while Edgar Prado has a long list of achievements that warrant his Hall of Fame induction, it is his actions on the track, as seen once again on Monday, 28 July 2008, that leaves no doubt in anyone’s mind, that he belongs with the greats.

Henrythenavigator Secures Another Win

Aiden O’Brian could not have asked for a better horse racing season, and Henrythenavigator could not have performed any better. It seems to be a match made in heaven, as Henrythenavigator has not been able to disappoint his trainer in his last four starts. Going into the Grade 1 BGC Sussex Stakes, which was held at the Goodwood Racecourse, as the 4-11 favorite, he once again showed his endurance, strength and speed by winning the racing event in spectacular style.

Lava Man Retires

Since the news broke that there was talk of retiring Lava Man just over a week ago, fans have been waiting anxiously and hoping that the magnificent horse would return to horse racing. But on Wednesday 30 July 2008 it was made official, Lava Man would not make a comeback. He was retired immediately, leaving behind a racing legacy that will be admired and remembered for many years to come. While watching one of the racing greats bow out gracefully is heartbreaking to many, the decision was made in his best interest and his owners and trainer are just grateful that he is able to walk away from horse racing without serious injury.

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