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‘Stars and universe’ align for California Chrome
California Chrome came from breeding a second-choice stallion to a mare whose sire was the “most available.” No wonder owner Steve Coburn feels blessed.

Claimbox: Midlantic claiming has slow Preakness week
Claiming activity in the mid-Atlantic was moderate during Preakness week, and Patricia Farro took the Midlantic Claiming 7 lead, in our Claimbox report.

Jockey Wesley Ho arrested
Journeyman jockey Wesley Ho, who rides primarily in Maryland and at Charles Town, was arrested Wednesday on charges of having had sex with minors.

Maryland Racing Commission will test cobalt levels
The Maryland Racing Commission on Tuesday decided that it would begin testing cobalt levels in horses, possibly a precursor to specific cobalt rules.

More Midlantic-breds change hands at Fasig-Tipton sale
As with the sale as a whole, the number and gross value of Midlantic-breds sold at this week’s Fasig-Tipton 2 year-old sale rose, but the average was down.

Virginia Racing Commission cancels May 22 meeting
In the apparent absence of any progress in negotiations between Colonial Downs and horsemen, the Virginia Racing Commission canceled its May 22 meeting.

Preakness Wrap: ‘Gray Horse’ hears the cheers
For Jessica Lindsey, ponying California Chrome in the Preakness post parade gave her the chance to show support for longtime friend Willie Delgado.

California Chrome heads to Belmont
California Chrome (along with Ride On Curlin) boarded a van bound for Belmont Park this morning, where in three weeks he’ll try to win the Triple Crown.

For Ride On Curlin, not quite Preakness deja vu
Seven years ago, Curlin came late to tackle the Derby winner in the Preakness. Saturday, his son Ride On Curlin did the same. It was almost deja vu.

Tom Chuckas discusses proposal to change Triple Crown schedule
Maryland Jockey Club president Tom Chuckas expanded on his thoughts to expand the time between Triple Crown races.