Despite increasing competition from Macau's casinos, betting on the horses remains the first choice for Hong Kong's gamblers.

Feb 7, 2009 - Paris Franz

No horse has won the Triple Crown since Affirmed did it in 1978 and only 11 have ever won it in the last 89 years.

Apr 28, 2008 - Carroll Trosclair

Breeding gives the Standardbred the instinct for pacing and trotting; training completes the instinct. Race horses, Thoroughbreds, use a four-beat gait.

Oct 16, 2007 - BarbaraAnne Helberg

Horse racing had its beginnings in America with private owners racing their favorites along country roads. Organized races evolved fully in the 1830s.

Oct 14, 2007 - BarbaraAnne Helberg

Champions can emerge early on the road to Kentucky roses as prep starts take shape. An overview of exciting, historic second month moments favors 1948's Citation.

Feb 28, 2007 - BarbaraAnne Helberg

For the novice in any sport, picking up terminology is essential to getting hooked. In the 2003 Seabiscuit movie, recognizing words brings fascination to the hoofbeats.

Feb 22, 2007 - BarbaraAnne Helberg

Jockeys in their bright racing silks add a festive air to any racecourse. However, the primary purpose of racing colors is not aesthetic but practical.

Nov 3, 2011 - Sara Walker

Laytown stages the only Irish race meeting under the rules of racing, to take place on a beach.

Aug 25, 2011 - Mike Godfrey

A brief history of the Sport of Kings in North America and a look at how racehorse trainers keep their horses fit, fast and a sure bet to win.

May 25, 2010 - Marcus Hondro

With every attempt to band horse racing around the country, people need to realize that horse racing helps the communities it's running in.

Jan 20, 2011 - Keri Sammons

With every attempt to ban horse racing around the country, people need to realize that horse racing helps the communities it's running in.

Jan 20, 2011 - Keri Sammons

Learn how to place a bet at the racetrack, what do a horse's odds mean, and an explanation on the different types of exotic bets.

Dec 17, 2009 - Brent Sedo

Participants in the horse racing industry are coming under more scrutiny for positive drug tests and their animals' welfare. No exceptions is the word for the Olympics.

Jul 11, 2008 - BarbaraAnne Helberg

In the wake of the tragic loss of Eight Belles in the Kentucky Derby, the state of Kentucky and the National Thoroughbred Racing Association are monitoring safety rules.

May 26, 2008 - BarbaraAnne Helberg

Aside from which stallion a yearling is by and which mare it is out of, the racing history of close relatives is also worth considering.

Mar 4, 2011 - Chris Thomas

The superlatives were flying once again yesterday as Henry Cecil's three-year-old colt turned in a breathtaking performance at Goodwood.

Jul 28, 2011 - Paula Sainthouse

Horse racing fans around the world dream of attending the Breeders' Cup. If you want to watch the race live, start planning now.

Apr 16, 2011 - Elizabeth Hannigan