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Stanford heads Charles Town Classic field
Stanford will look to defend his G2 Charles Town Classic title Saturday against a field that includes 2014 champ Imperative.

Small but hardy field to contest “Win and You’re In” Tesio
Saturday’s Federico Tesio Stakes at Laurel Park offers the winner a spot in the Preakness, and five runners are bidding for it.

Out-of-competition testing, research seen as keys to clean racing
At the ongoing ARCI conference, panelists are calling for more out-of-competition drug testing and more investment in research to combat cheating.

Midlantic trainers among those denied Stud Book privileges
The Jockey Club has denied Stud Book privileges to four trainers, two based in the mid-Atlantic region.

Classic Empire, Arrogate top NTRA polls
With his win in the Arkansas Derby, Classic Empire surged to the top of the NTRA Top 3-year-old Poll, while Arrogate held the top spot overall.

Weekend wrap: April 17
In our latest weekend wrap, some stars return, and youngsters show promise.

Julian Pimentel to miss time with injury
Jockey Julian Pimentel will miss four to six weeks with broken toes suffered yesterday when he was thrown from a mount before a race.

Ben’s Cat fifth in middling return, retirement chorus likely to grow
Fan favorite millionaire Ben’s Cat finished fifth today in his 11-year-old season debut – a result not likely to quiet those calling for his retirement.

Castrenze out of breath, but glad to be back
Jockey Ashley Castrenze missed six months with a persistent rib injury. She returned Friday: out of breath but glad to be back.

Tesio, Weber City Miss draw 58 noms
The Federico Tesio – a Win and You’re In for the Preakness – and the Weber City Miss, serving the same role for the Black Eyed Susan, will take place April 22.