Thoroughbred
Monday, 22 September 2025 18:15
Alberta Yearling Market Soars 47%
2025 CTHS Alberta Thoroughbred sale delivered one of its strongest results in nearly two decades, with competitive bidding throughout the…
Monday, 15 September 2025 18:20
CTHS Alberta Sale Graduates Rule Fall Classic, Setting Stage for 2025 Sale
CTHS Alberta Sale Graduates Rule Fall Classic, Setting Stage for 2025 Sale The Alberta Breeders’ Fall Classic once again showcased…
Monday, 15 September 2025 06:00
Dominant Display: Big Hug Romps as Zenteno Makes Emotional Comeback
Two and a half months ago jockey Rafael Zenteno Jr. woke up in a hospital bed at the University of…
Monday, 08 September 2025 17:09
Rycroft Aims to Rebound at Alberta Fall Classic After Challenging Year
A five-time leading trainer in Alberta, Tim Rycoft hasn’t had the year he is accustomed to. He hopes that changes…
Saturday, 06 September 2025 11:00
2025 Alberta Breeders' Fall Classic and Canada QH Cup Futurity Promo (video)
This September 13th at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino is the Alberta Breeders' Cup Fall Classic and the Canada QH…
Thursday, 04 September 2025 08:01
Western Canadian Derby Series: BC Derby Looms as Decisive Showdown
For Immediate Release The Western Canadian Derby Series has delivered drama, controversy, and unforgettable performances, and now it all comes…
Tuesday, 02 September 2025 10:31
50 Years in the Making: Whitelocks Win Alberta Stallion Stakes Futurity
Cliff and Audrey Whitelock waited more than 50 years for something like this. Alberta Breeders and owners since 1968 the…
Monday, 25 August 2025 10:36
Diodoro Scores Fifth Canadian Derby as Take Charge Tom Shines
Trainer Robertino Diodoro strode into the Canadian Derby winner’s circle with a mischievous grin on his face late Saturday night…
Wednesday, 20 August 2025 11:01
Diodoro’s Take Charge Tom Gets 8-5 Nod in Century Mile’s $200,000 Derby
In the days and weeks leading up to Saturday’s $200,000 Canadian Derby the consensus was that this year’s 96th running…
Friday, 15 August 2025 11:47
Robertino Diodoro Feature (96th Canadian Derby Promo Video)
"Getting up every morning with these horses — it's a part of life. You live it, they're in your head…
Thursday, 14 August 2025 14:10
No Clear Favourite as Canadian Derby Field Takes Shape
Seventeen horses have nominated to the Aug. 23 $200,000 Canadian Derby at Century Mile. But unless Running Away comes to…
Wednesday, 13 August 2025 06:00
Sugar Beets, Cattle, and Champions: How Alberta’s Randy Howg Became a Top Racehorse Owner
Randy Howg has threatened to quit owning thoroughbreds so many times he has lost track. “I don’t have enough fingers…
Sunday, 10 August 2025 06:00
The 96th Canadian Derby Promo (video)
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino in Edmonton.
Monday, 21 July 2025 12:53
Pioneer Storm King Charges Into Derby Picture With Count Lathum Romp; Gee I’m Foxy Stuns Again in Sonoma
Century Mile’s Canadian Derby is still a month away but Pioneer Storm King, who impressively won Saturday’s $50,000 Count Lathum…
Tuesday, 15 July 2025 09:00
Trainer Hedge Breathes Easier After Big Hug’s Gritty Win; Perez, Apprehend Make Magic in Record-Breaking Return
Rick Hedge’s stomach was twisting and turning like an upcoming K-Days midway ride. Two days before Saturday’s $50,000 R.K. ‘Red’…
Monday, 14 July 2025 00:00
The Sonoma Handicap and the Count Latham Handicap Promo (video)
Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, Edmonton.
Tuesday, 08 July 2025 01:22
Barbara Heads Brings Strong Hand to Century Mile With Sunblaze and Apprehend
When East meets West… Alberta’s champion mare Big Hug will face a new rival in Saturday’s Red Smith stakes at…
Monday, 30 June 2025 15:36
Red McKenzie to Big Hug, Spangled Jimmy to Itsallgoodman in Stakes Doubleheader
Outside post? No problem. Five wide all the way? No problem. First dirt race after four tries on the turf…
Monday, 16 June 2025 00:00
The Red McKenzie Handicap and the Spangled Jimmy Handicap Promo (video)
Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, Edmonton.
Tuesday, 10 June 2025 21:21
Stakes Stars Shine: Gee I’m Foxy Cruises; Wood Ceiling Points to Derby
Gee I’m Foxy was last year’s Manitoba Champion Two-Year-Old filly. Now she’s trying to achieve Three-Year-Old filly championship status in…
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