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After a successful Kentucky debut last month against allowance foes, John Gallegos' homebred One Magic Philly aims to make it 2-for-2 in her new home state in the $300,000 Chilukki Stakes (G3) at Churchill Downs Nov. 15.

Everett Dobson, the new chair of The Jockey Club, will deliver the keynote address at the annual National HBPA Conference March 4.

The Backside Learning Center announced their biggest, annual fundraiser, "Benefit for the Backside: A Day at the Races", will return Nov. 21 at noon in the exclusive First Turn Club at Churchill Downs.

Kentucky trainer Dale Romans formally announced a bid for the United States Senate Nov. 12, seeking to fill the seat that will be vacated by the retirement of longtime Senator Mitch McConnell in early 2027.

The Keeneland November Breeding Stock Sale concluded Nov. 11, with 1,976 horses changing hands for a total of $245,901,400, including post-ring sales, seeing a 25% increase from last year's gross of $196,492,900 from 2,159 head.

On the heels of a record-breaking November Sale, Keeneland hopes to build off that success with its November Horses of Racing Age Sale. The one-day sale features a catalog of 215 horses, with many in top-form and by some of the most in-demand sires.

A voided claim kept Pinfire under the care of trainer Michael Tomlinson, giving the trainer and his team time to turn the gelding's career around and bring him to the stage of the Claiming Crown at Churchill Downs Nov. 15.

Kim Weir, the director of strategic growth for Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, receives the first Nancy Kelly Volunteer Award for her extraordinary volunteer efforts with the New York Race Track Chaplaincy.

Maiden Watch: Week of Nov. 3-9

Horses with past ties in the claiming ranks will have their annual day in the spotlight Nov. 15 when the 27th Claiming Crown returns to Churchill Downs.

Tom Dixon remained involved with the Alydar case for more than 10 years. He has been steadfast in his belief that the prominent stallion broke his leg in a stall accident and was intentionally injured as part of insurance fraud.

Racing returns to Fair Grounds Nov. 20, launching its 154th Thoroughbred racing season. The nation's second-oldest racetrack will unveil a series of venue improvements, including the completion of its paddock renovation.

The Jockey Club and Weatherbys announced the launch of "Racehorse Naming," a website that enables users to check the potential availability of a Thoroughbred name in Great Britain, Ireland, the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

A deep and quality catalog of around 370 2-year-olds are on the market for this year's New Zealand Bloodstock Ready To Run Sale, with the two-day auction beginning at the Karaka Sales Center Nov. 12.

Dollars & Sense with Frank Angst

During the seventh session, Keeneland sold 259 horses for $8,444,500, including post-ring sales, nearly even from the seventh session last year when 285 horses brought $8,596,600. The average rose 8% from $30,164 to $32,604.

The Florida Gaming Control Commission asked a Florida state court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Gulfstream Park seeking a decoupling of its racing license and slot machine permit.

Chino Gudino, his son Luis, and Doug Adams from Mountaineer Racetrack received the 2025 White Horse Award because of their unwavering dedication to caring for their dear friend, Dennis VanMeter, during his final days battling cancer.

It was announced Nov. 10 by Juddmonte that two-time Breeders' Cup Sprint (G1) winner Elite Power, the only son of Curlin to win consecutive Eclipse Awards, will stand the 2026 season in Kentucky for a fee of $35,000.

It's a highlight that equestrians and sporting art enthusiasts look forward to every year: Keeneland Association and Cross Gate Gallery continue their collaboration by offering the 13th annual Sporting Art Auction Nov. 13 at Keeneland Sales Pavilion.