American Pharoah offspring finishes 3rd in North American debut

NEW YORK (AP) — The first progeny of Triple Crown winner American Pharoah to start in North America finished third in her debut. Tesorina, a 2-year-old filly, gave up the lead in the final furlong and finished third in a $100,000 race at Aqueduct Wednesday. Ridden by Joe Bravo, Tesorina was the 4-5 favorite in […]

Jockeys weigh in on proposed whipping rules in California

ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) — The California Horse Racing Board has amended proposed changes to rules governing how jockeys may use riding crops in races, while The Jockeys' Guild continues to press its case that the crops are necessary for control of a racehorse. Triple Crown-winning jockey Mike Smith told the racing board's medication, safety and […]