William Haggas believes Desert Hero (GB) has improved with every run this season, but the trainer is under no illusions about the challenge facing the royal runner when he lines up in the Sept. 16 St Leger (G1).

Coolmore’s M.V. Magnier signs for a pair of blue-blooded Into Mischief colts at the Sept. 12 second session of the Keeneland September Yearling Sale.

In sports, familiar bloodlines are often the appeal needed to entice athletes to a specific college or for a pro team to draft them. Look at the success the Manning family had in the National Football League.

Hip 337 becomes the highest-priced filly of the Keeneland September Sale.

After finishing second in past two editions of the Lonesome Glory Handicap (NSA-1) Bruton Street US’ Snap Decision will again try to earn a trip to the winner’s circle in the 2 1/2-mile test over hurdles Sept. 14 at Aqueduct at Belmont Park.

Thoroughbred Charities of America announced Sept. 12 that grants totaling over $821,000 were awarded this year. A total of 75 organizations were approved for a grant.

The Kentucky Thoroughbred Farm Managers’ Club has selected Frank Taylor of Taylor Made Farm as their 2023 Ted Bates Farm Manager of the Year.

Owner Mike Rutherford spent $1.15 million to acquire Hip 215, a Volatile filly out of grade 1 winner Love and Pride, during the second session of the September Yearling Sale at Keeneland.

It’s been a long time coming for Elm Tree Farm’s Jody and Michelle Huckabay for their first $1 million horse, and the wait ended Sept. 12 during the second session of the Keeneland September Yearling Sale.

Dollars & Sense with Frank Angst