Perth’s Bob Peters will seek his first group 1 of 2022 and the new era of his vast racing and breeding operation when the aptly named Western Empire contests the Memsie Stakes (G1) at Caulfield Racecourse.

After riding at Gulfstream Park Friday, jockey Sonny Leon is now expected to fly to Saratoga Springs, N.Y. after the card. It was originally thought he would wait until Saturday to travel to the Spa.

Owners of Ontario-breds are advised to check the Thoroughbred Improvement Program website for a list of sales credits eligible to be used on a yearling at the Canadian Premier Yearling Sale.

While champion Ce Ce is away, six female sprinters will play in the $150,000 Rancho Bernardo Handicap (G3) at Del Mar Aug. 28.

Anthony Stabile and Paul Lo Duca preview the G1 Runhappy Travers and Sword Dancer from Saratoga.

A Speightstown colt who is a half brother to grade 2 winner My Majestic Rose and from the family of impressive juvenile maiden winner Newgate has been supplemented to the Keeneland September Yearling Sale, Keeneland announced Aug. 26.

Hall of Fame trainer Steve Asmussen talks about Travers Stakes (G1) favorite Epicenter, and favorite for the Forego Stakes (G1) Jackie’s Warrior, both running Saturday, Aug. 27th at Saratoga.

Brody’s Cause has been acquired by Rodney Eckenrode to stand at Equistar Training and Breeding in Annville, Pa., in 2023 for $3,500.

Trainer Ron McAnally will be honored this weekend with the prestigious Pincay Award, bestowed annually to an individual who has served horse racing with “integrity, extraordinary dedication, determination and distinction.”

Trainer Wesley Ward said two-time Group 1 winner Campanelle will race next in Kentucky Downs’ Ladies Sprint (G3T), a move that will trigger a purse increase for the Sept. 10 race.