Author: Ted Black

Ihearuknockin may take trainer Coker, owner Hemp to uncharted places

Neither trainer Gerald Coker, Jr. nor owner Gary Hemp has ever won a stake. But undefeated Ihearuknockin has given them reason to dream.

Once upon a golden age, television dramas often turned to horse racing for inspirations for their episodes. Through syndication, Ted Black remembers.

With Charles Town set to open its 2018 season on January 10, horsemen and management alike are looking ahead with some optimism.

After three riders were thrown in the same spot this afternoon, Laurel Park canceled its remaining races after jocks asked the problem be addressed.

Trainer Jeff Runco won his 4000th race yesterday, it coming at Laurel Park, a remarkable milestone he credited to his horses, owners, and help.