The year following a scratch as the favorite from the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) has been a rollercoaster for Sovereignty, but it would all be worth it should he take this year’s edition Oct. 31.

Churchill Downs Incorporated and New York Racing Association announced Oct. 28 the expansion of the Thoroughbred Championship Series in 2027 to include two distinct divisions—the Derby Division and the Oaks Division.

Horse racing lost one of its most respected breeders Oct. 25 when Greg Goodman, owner of Mt. Brilliant Farm near Lexington, died in Houston, Texas. He was 72.

Churchill Downs Inc. reports record third quarter revenue and earnings Oct. 28.

Gstaad, winner of this year’s Irish Two Thousand Guineas (G1) and Cartier champion juvenile colt of 2025, has been retired from racing and will take up stud duties at Coolmore’s Irish base in 2027. 

The Maryland Stadium Authority board of directors approves a facilities operations agreement with The Maryland Jockey Club that establishes the framework for the operation, management, maintenance, and security of Pimlico Race Course and Laurel Park.

A comprehensive report on Thoroughbred foals born in North America in 2026, with statistics presented by stallion and by state/province.

Two days before the world’s best Thoroughbred racehorses take center stage at Keeneland in Lexington, officials outline key measures for racing, operations, safety, and integrity for the 2026 Breeders’ Cup.

The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association and Gilligan Racing, its exclusive racetrack development partner, today announced they have secured control of more than 300 acres in Marion County for a new Thoroughbred racetrack.

Forever Young, bidding for a second consecutive victory in the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1), breezes a half-mile in :50 1/5 in company with his Yoshito Yahagi-trained stablemate American Stage, who runs in the Breeders’ Cup Sprint (G1).