It All About Work: Steve Smith - Champion Groom 2023
Steven Smith, who is a groom employed at the stables of Anthony Nunes was crowned as the champion groom 2023. Smith's ascent to the pinnacle was made possible having groomed 28 horses to victory. Smith reflected on his recent accolade, "Winning the groom championships for the first time fills me with immense pride. It's was […]
#US RACING: Equine fatality rate of 1.23 per 1,000 at tracks
Horse racing's federal oversight body says racetracks under its jurisdiction experienced 1.23 racing-related equine fatalities per 1,000 starts in 2023, a much lower rate than at tracks outside its watch. The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) report, released Tuesday, also stated that its fatality rate was lower than the Jockey Club's national rate of […]
#US RACING: Saratoga horse deaths - no definitive cause
A review of 14 horse deaths at Saratoga Race Course last summer found no definitive cause of why they happened, saying rainfall "could not be overlooked" as a factor. The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA), in a report released Monday, said a multitude of risk factors played into the 13 racing or training deaths […]
Ten Races On Offer (Sat, Mar 2, 2024) | Overnight Posted
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Ten races are to be contested on the next listed race day of Saturday, March 2, 2024. The OVERNIGHT program is ready and has been posted on this website. To view, press the OVERNIGHT button at the top of the Quickgallopja.com home page.
The Quick Galloper’s Assessment Of Race Day | Sat, Feb 24, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica - YouTube channel, The Quick Galloper, and its website, Quickgallopja.com continue its series of Race Day Analysis, with attention to this video presentation placed on the 10-race card of Saturday, February 24, 2024.
Lookout For Overnight (Sat, Mar 2) Today Tues, Feb 27
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Nominations are being accepted today, Tuesday, February 26, 2024, in the Racing Office at Caymanas Park, for the race meet of Saturday, March 2, 2024. Quickgallopja.com will be monitoring the process and will post the OVERNIGHT as quickly as it is made available.
A Winner For Apprentice Jawani Forbes
Jawani Forbes, an apprentice seldom in the spotlight, guided Pharoah It Is to a 13-1 triumph in Saturday's Steven Smith (Champion groom for 2023) event on February 24, 2024. The Donovan Russell-trained contender found success in a three-year-old and older Optional Claiming ($400,000-$300,000) that also featured native-bred and imported horses with limited wins. Forbes propelled […]
Don’t Tell Lou Lou Makes A Turnaround
In a turnaround, Don't Tell Lou Lou seized victory in the Ham Stables Limited event for native-bred three-year-olds, covering a distance of 6 ½ furlongs, on Saturday, February 24, 2024. The maiden special weight race marked a significant milestone for the filly, who had previously exhibited modest potential in her first outing. On her racing […]
Selected Gallops | Exercise For Sunday, February 25, 2024
HORSE EQUIPMENT WORK DISTANCE TIME ACKNOWLEDGEME - Trotted BANADURA - Cantered (WP) BANK CRAFT - Cantered (WP) BOLD SHADOW - Cantered (WP) BROWN SKIN GIRL - Cantered (WP) CHAMPION BUBBLER - Cantered/Galloped - Round 4F 0:50.3 CLEOPATRA QUEEN- Cantered (WP) COLORADO RANGER - Cantered/Galloped 2F 0:25.4 CRYPTOGIRL - […]
LIFETIME NARRATIVE: Jockey George HoSang (Part Two)
KINGSTON, Jamaica - In the second installment of the Lifetime Narrative series, esteemed jockey George HoSang recounts why he left Jamaica for Canada, and his experiences on the international racing circuit. Recently serving as an ambassador for the Jamaica Thoroughbred Horsemen Association, HoSang's visit highlights the organization's commitment to supporting backstretch professionals in horse racing. […]