Bob Baffert's Kentucky Derby prep starts strong with Breeders' Cup Juvenile domination
Bob Baffert successfully returned to racing eligibility, winning the Breeders' Cup Juvenile, indicating strong potential for the upcoming Kentucky Derby.
'All the stars aligned': Travis Kelce buys racehorse named 'Swift Delivery'
Travis Kelce embraces horse racing by acquiring a racehorse named 'Swift Delivery', aligning his interests in sport and personal life.
Mystik Dan wins Kentucky Derby by a close margin, highlighting the intense competition in horse racing.
Hats on and Off at the 150th Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby tradition of wearing eye-catching hats dates back to the 1870s, transforming the racetrack into an event for high society.
Tough days for Mick Cronin: His horse misses out on qualifying for Kentucky Derby
(John Locher / Associated Press)
UCLA basketball coach Mick Cronin is having a tough few days.On Thursday, the Bruins were eliminated in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament, and then on Sunday his trip to the Kentucky Derby was derailed by a couple of long shots in the $600,000 Sunland Derby.Cronin is part of a 10-partner horse ownership consortium known as The Del Mar Group, which includes UCLA football coach Chip Kelly and St. John's basketball coach Rick Pitino.
Bob Baffert's Kentucky Derby prep starts strong with Breeders' Cup Juvenile domination
Bob Baffert successfully returned to racing eligibility, winning the Breeders' Cup Juvenile, indicating strong potential for the upcoming Kentucky Derby.
'All the stars aligned': Travis Kelce buys racehorse named 'Swift Delivery'
Travis Kelce embraces horse racing by acquiring a racehorse named 'Swift Delivery', aligning his interests in sport and personal life.
How Humans Failed Racehorses
The 150th Kentucky Derby winner marks the end of a largely accident-free week in horse racing, contrasting with past fatalities and controversies.
Mystik Dan wins the Kentucky Derby by a nose
Mystik Dan wins Kentucky Derby by a close margin, highlighting the intense competition in horse racing.
Hats on and Off at the 150th Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby tradition of wearing eye-catching hats dates back to the 1870s, transforming the racetrack into an event for high society.
Tough days for Mick Cronin: His horse misses out on qualifying for Kentucky Derby
(John Locher / Associated Press)
UCLA basketball coach Mick Cronin is having a tough few days.On Thursday, the Bruins were eliminated in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament, and then on Sunday his trip to the Kentucky Derby was derailed by a couple of long shots in the $600,000 Sunland Derby.Cronin is part of a 10-partner horse ownership consortium known as The Del Mar Group, which includes UCLA football coach Chip Kelly and St. John's basketball coach Rick Pitino.
The Kentucky Derby Rode Social Media to Gen Z Success
The Kentucky Derby is attracting a younger audience through social media and collaborations with popular figures.
South Bay springs forth with wine and food events
Pebble Beach Food & Wine returned with a new format and first-time wineries, The Perfect Pair event offers wine and food pairing competition, Kendall-Jackson launched limited-edition wines for the Kentucky Derby
Tim Yakteen is back at Kentucky Derby with Practical Move, Reincarnate minus spotlight
(Ashley Landis / Associated Press)
The crowd in front of Barn 27 was growing by the moment - television crews, reporters, well-heeled owners in dressed-down jeans.But they weren't there to chronicle the day of the barn's most prominent occupants, Practical Move and Reincarnate.They were the spillover from an adjacent barn where trainer Todd Pletcher has three horses including race favorite Forte in the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.
Things to Do in the DC Area This Week
Happy May, everyone!New month alert: You can celebrate all things spring this week outdoors at the Flower Mart or Taste of Tysons Corner, or head over to the National Museum of Asian Art's Centennial Festival to jumpstart Asian American Pacific Heritage Month.Best Things to Do This Week
NMAA Centennial Festival.
'Even more phenomenal 50 years later': A look back at Secretariat's Triple Crown
There are moments in sports which forever embed themselves in the minds of those who watched it, either live or through an endless video loop.There was Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant bringing their teams back with furious fourth-quarter rallies.Muhammad Ali standing over a fallen Sonny Liston.Brandi Chastain's celebration after winning the 1999 Women's World Cup.
Bob Baffert moves his top Kentucky Derby horses to former assistant Tim Yakteen
Trainer Bob Baffert moved the remainder of his top Kentucky Derby horses to former assistant Tim Yakteen on Sunday including Arabian Knight, winner of the Southwest Stakes at Oaklawn and the horse given the best chance of winning the Derby, according to future odds.Baffert said he hopes the horses will move back to his barn after the Derby and before the Preakness Stakes.
Newgate wins the Robert B. Lewis Stakes in an all-Bob Baffert race
There was never a question that trainer Bob Baffert would have a horse win Saturday's Grade 3 $200,000 Robert B. Lewis Stakes at Santa Anita since he trained all four in the embarrassingly small field.The only question was which one would cross the finish line first.It turned out to be the favorite, Newgate, with Frankie Dettori aboard.
The 12 Classic Cocktails Every Cocktail Lover Should Know
Whether you're a seasoned bartender or budding at-home mixologist, it's important to know your classic cocktails.But what is a classic cocktail, exactly?After all, there are hundreds of classic cocktails and the phrase is probably going to mean something a bit different to everyone.In the Oxford Companion to Spirits & Cocktails, drinks writer Robert Hess acknowledges that it's hard to pin down a precise definition, but the establishment of a canon of classics was an important part of the success of the 21st-century cocktail renaissance.
Tim Yakteen is back at Kentucky Derby with Practical Move, Reincarnate minus spotlight
(Ashley Landis / Associated Press)
The crowd in front of Barn 27 was growing by the moment - television crews, reporters, well-heeled owners in dressed-down jeans.But they weren't there to chronicle the day of the barn's most prominent occupants, Practical Move and Reincarnate.They were the spillover from an adjacent barn where trainer Todd Pletcher has three horses including race favorite Forte in the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.
Things to Do in the DC Area This Week
Happy May, everyone!New month alert: You can celebrate all things spring this week outdoors at the Flower Mart or Taste of Tysons Corner, or head over to the National Museum of Asian Art's Centennial Festival to jumpstart Asian American Pacific Heritage Month.Best Things to Do This Week
NMAA Centennial Festival.
'Even more phenomenal 50 years later': A look back at Secretariat's Triple Crown
There are moments in sports which forever embed themselves in the minds of those who watched it, either live or through an endless video loop.There was Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant bringing their teams back with furious fourth-quarter rallies.Muhammad Ali standing over a fallen Sonny Liston.Brandi Chastain's celebration after winning the 1999 Women's World Cup.
Bob Baffert moves his top Kentucky Derby horses to former assistant Tim Yakteen
Trainer Bob Baffert moved the remainder of his top Kentucky Derby horses to former assistant Tim Yakteen on Sunday including Arabian Knight, winner of the Southwest Stakes at Oaklawn and the horse given the best chance of winning the Derby, according to future odds.Baffert said he hopes the horses will move back to his barn after the Derby and before the Preakness Stakes.
Newgate wins the Robert B. Lewis Stakes in an all-Bob Baffert race
There was never a question that trainer Bob Baffert would have a horse win Saturday's Grade 3 $200,000 Robert B. Lewis Stakes at Santa Anita since he trained all four in the embarrassingly small field.The only question was which one would cross the finish line first.It turned out to be the favorite, Newgate, with Frankie Dettori aboard.
The 12 Classic Cocktails Every Cocktail Lover Should Know
Whether you're a seasoned bartender or budding at-home mixologist, it's important to know your classic cocktails.But what is a classic cocktail, exactly?After all, there are hundreds of classic cocktails and the phrase is probably going to mean something a bit different to everyone.In the Oxford Companion to Spirits & Cocktails, drinks writer Robert Hess acknowledges that it's hard to pin down a precise definition, but the establishment of a canon of classics was an important part of the success of the 21st-century cocktail renaissance.
Walker Buehler Update: Throwing Progression Extended To 150 Feet
Walker Buehler has been completing his rehab process from a right flexor tendon repair and second Tommy John surgery at Camelback Ranch, but was with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium over the weekend.Buehler continues to make progress in his recovery amid a small glimmer of hope to possibly return later this season.
Kentucky Derby draw finds favorite Forte in a nice spot in the middle
(Jeff Roberson / Associated Press)
If you were to ask the trainers, the draw for the Kentucky Derby is really not as big a deal as everyone seems to make it.To a person they can be expected to say that they like the draw they got, even though they are selling more of a concept of confidence than anything else.
Kentucky Derby storylines: Training death puts early pall over Churchill Downs
The Kentucky Derby brings with it the usual assortment of highs and lows, boundless expectations of glory, and for most the reality of defeat.Never forget, only one horse can win the Derby.Well, sometimes two at different times, but more on that later.This year's leadup to the Run for the Roses was especially painful, as one horse that had earned a starting spot broke down during training and was euthanized.
Here's what's on this week: Ferry Flicks at the Ferry Building, a Star Wars Sith Rave, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, Sonoma's spring farm tours, the Bay Area Book Festival, Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, SailGP, Kentucky Derby watch parties, Woofstock at Marin Humane, and much more.Have a good one.Celebrate Bay Curious' new eponymous book.
From Shtreimels to a contemporary Western style: The designer behind Oliver Lewis Hats * Brooklyn Paper
A local fashion maestro credits his unique fashion sense to his Brooklyn-born-and-raised roots.Rich Faison, who grew up in Flatbush, has long paid special attention to the cultural dynamics of his hometown, and has integrated those Italian, Black, Jamaican, and Trinidadian influences into his work - including his renowned hat manufacturing business.
Frankie Dettori joins Santa Anita jockey colony as track opens new meeting
The plot was hatched in June when Aidan Butler, the soon-to-be chief executive of the Stronach Group, owner of Santa Anita racetrack, sidled up to Europe's most recognizable and accomplished jockey and suggested that spending a winter in Southern California might be a good idea."I guess it resonated," Butler said.
25 Fun Things to Do This Week (5.1.23)
Here's what's on this week: Ferry Flicks at the Ferry Building, a Star Wars Sith Rave, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, Sonoma's spring farm tours, the Bay Area Book Festival, Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, SailGP, Kentucky Derby watch parties, Woofstock at Marin Humane, and much more.Have a good one.Celebrate Bay Curious' new eponymous book.
From Shtreimels to a contemporary Western style: The designer behind Oliver Lewis Hats * Brooklyn Paper
A local fashion maestro credits his unique fashion sense to his Brooklyn-born-and-raised roots.Rich Faison, who grew up in Flatbush, has long paid special attention to the cultural dynamics of his hometown, and has integrated those Italian, Black, Jamaican, and Trinidadian influences into his work - including his renowned hat manufacturing business.
Frankie Dettori joins Santa Anita jockey colony as track opens new meeting
The plot was hatched in June when Aidan Butler, the soon-to-be chief executive of the Stronach Group, owner of Santa Anita racetrack, sidled up to Europe's most recognizable and accomplished jockey and suggested that spending a winter in Southern California might be a good idea."I guess it resonated," Butler said.
Practical Move gives trainer Tim Yakteen a win in the San Felipe Stakes
It made perfect sense that Tim Yakteen would find himself in the winner's circle after Saturday's running of the $400,000 San Felipe Stakes, a major prep race leading to the Kentucky Derby, at Santa Anita Park.After all, he had five starters in the race by virtue of inheriting four horses from fellow trainer Bob Baffert, so those horses would be eligible to win Derby qualifying points while Baffert is banned at Churchill Downs.
Stilleto Boy wins the Santa Anita Handicap for trainer Ed Moger Jr.
Ed Moger Jr. has been a trainer for more than four decades, and his horses have won a lot of races, but none bigger than Saturday's Grade 1 $500,000 Santa Anita Handicap.Stilleto Boy ran down the favorite Defunded and held off a charging Proxy to win by a neck."Probably of all the races in California, this one is a bigger race than the Pacific Classic [at Del Mar]," Moger said.
Practical Move beats three Bob Baffert horses to win Los Alamitos Futurity
Trainer Bob Baffert has won some incarnation of the Los Alamitos Futurity 13 times and he had three of the five horses in Saturday's Grade 2 $200,000 race at the Orange County track.So, it makes sense he would up the number to 14, especially since he had the heavy favorite Arabian Lion in the race.But, in spite of what everyone figures will happen, they still run the races and in the end Baffert's former longtime assistant Tim Yakteen won the race as Practical Move pulled away in the stretch to win by 3 1/4 lengths.