Racing News

Stronach Group Acquires Full Control Of Maryland Jockey Club Assets And Operations

Reaffirms Commitment to Maryland Horseracing

Russell, Rigattieri, PTK LLC Capture Spring Meet Titles

BALTIMORE, 05-23-11---The eight-week Pimlico Race Course spring meeting ended Saturday afternoon with Sheldon Russell, John Rigattieri and PTK LLC winning individual titles. The 29-day stand began at the historic home of the Preakness Stakes (G1) on April 1.

Shackleford Holds Off Animal Kingdom In Preakness Stakes

BALTIMORE, 05-21-11– After pressing a fast early pace, Michael Lauffer and W.D. Cubbedge’s Shackleford took the lead into the homestretch and had just enough energy in reserve to hold off a charging Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom by a half-length to capture Saturday’s $1 million Preakness Stakes (G1).