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During the March 10 episode of the BloodHorse Monday podcast presented by Ocala Breeders' Sales Company, Godolphin's Michael Banahan gave an update on final Kentucky Derby (G1) prep plans for Poster, Sovereignty, and East Avenue.

The Ocala Breeders' Sales March 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale, March 11-13, starts the juvenile season with 814 horses cataloged. With the consolidation of the under tack show due to the weather, the sale will start March 11 at 1 p.m. ET.

The story of Mike Repole's involvement with the St. John's men's basketball program is reflective of the new atmosphere in college athletics, and should come as no surprise to anyone in the Thoroughbred racing industry who knows him.

On the March 10 BloodHorse Monday podcast, Michael Banahan gives an update on Godolphin's Derby hopefuls and OBS president Tom Ventura previews the March 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale that begins March 11. We also recap and preview Derby prep action.

Horse Racing Radio Network will celebrate the storied history of the Virginia Thoroughbred industry leading up to Saturday's $500,000 Virginia Derby, the first-ever Kentucky Derby qualifying race at Colonial Downs.

The Breeders Sales of Louisiana Yearling Sale will be held Oct. 12 at the Equine Sales of Louisiana facility in Opelousas, La.

The now-6-year-old daughter of El Deal won five black-type stakes and earned more than $1 million in 2024.

The excitement building in Virginia around the first-ever spring meet at Colonial Downs will come to a head March 15 as the $500,000 Virginia Derby makes its debut on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.

Colonial Downs Racetrack will host the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance during the weekend of the Virginia Derby and Virginia Oaks, set for Saturday, March 15, 2025. A longtime supporter of accredited aftercare, Colonial Downs will honor Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance with a named race on Virginia Derby Day. Following the race, a presentation will take place in the winner's circle, where the connections will receive a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance blanket and gift bag. Also on Saturday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will present Best Turned-Out awards for the Virginia Derby and Oaks. The Best Turned-Out awards are generously sponsored by Virginia HBPA.

“Virginia HBPA is pleased to continue sponsoring Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance's Best Turned Out Horse Awards during Virginia Derby weekend at Colonial Downs,” said Virginia HBPA Executive Director Glen Berman. “We are very proud to support Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance while also honoring the grooms whose care ensures that our horses look their best on race day.”

A representative from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will also be present to host the winners of the “Off to the Races” VIP Experience online benefit auction. This VIP experience was donated by Colonial Downs. The winners will enjoy premium dining, paddock passes and winners circle access for the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance race, and much more.

“Colonial Downs is excited to once again host Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance during Virginia Derby weekend,” said Senior Director of Racing, Colonial Downs Frank Hopf. “We appreciate and love highlighting the important work Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance does in providing funding and support for their accredited aftercare organizations.”

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Hartley/DeRenzo Thoroughbreds consigns the full brother to world-record-setter Cogburn, who is being offered as Hip 212 during the first session March 11 of the Ocala Breeders' Sales March 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale.

Multiple South African group 1 winner and now United States-based Isivunguvungu is targeting a start in the Al Quoz Sprint (G1T) on Dubai World Cup night April 5.

Amy Gregory, the longtime director of communications at Keeneland, announced her retirement from the iconic track effective June 1. Gregory joined Keeneland as media relations manager in 2006 and was named director of communications in 2013.

The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association announced the 2025 schedule for its educational clinics. These educational events feature assorted topics for prospective, new and established Thoroughbred owners and breeders.

While initially not expected to miss much time, persistent swelling and other issues led to a longer recovery time for the 25-year-old native of Japan.

Todd and Angie Lewis' Westbrook Stables bred California Burrito and Baby Max, who finished 1-2 in the Battaglia Stakes at Turfway Park, earning 20 and 10 points respectively on the Road to the Kentucky Derby (G1).

After a stakes treble at Randwick, Godolphin's day March 8 would get even better as it hit a crescendo at Flemington via the James Cummings-trained homebred Tom Kitten, who produced a stellar performance to take the AU$2.5 million All-Star Mile (G1).

Also working for Baffert were Nysos and Fort Bragg. Unbeaten Nysos, who hasn't started since February 2024 when winning the Robert B. Lewis (G3), drilled five furlongs in 1:00. It was the sixth work since Jan. 30 for the 4-year-old Nyquist colt.

The excitement building in Virginia around the first-ever spring meet at Colonial Downs will come to a head March 15 as the $500,000 Virginia Derby makes its debut on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.

Trainer Lonnie Briley said whether Rebel Stakes (G2) winner Coal Battle makes another start before the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1) or not is being left up to the colt.

Reigning Horse of the Year Thorpedo Anna emerged in good order from her victory in the $400,000 Azeri Stakes (G2) at Oaklawn Park March 8 and is scheduled to return to Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots early this week.