Horse Racing News Blog

Hot Cha Cha gives Sims first Grade 1 (AP)

Trainer Phil Sims and owner Nelson McMakin have been in the horse business together for two decades, but it took a sizzling run from the filly Hot Cha Cha Saturday to end a drought that predated their partnership. Never had Sims trained nor McMakin owned a horse who won a Grade 1 race, but the $500,000 Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup at Keeneland provided the perfect opportunity for the…

New York Racing Board Tightens Rules
In the wake of allegations of horse abuse on Ernie Paragallo’s Center Brook Farm, the New York State Racing and Wagering Board has made plans to tighten its ownership and authorized-agent licensing procedures.

Biker Boy wins Belmont feature (AP)

Biker Boy, the 3-5 favorite trained by Nick Zito, beat Gold Trippi by 1 3/4 lengths Saturday in the $56,000 allowance feature at Belmont Park. The 4-year-old improved to 5 for 8 with his third win of the season. John Velazquez was aboard as Biker Boy ran the one mile in 1:35.69 on a good track. Biker Boy paid $3.30, $2.40 and $2.10.

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