Canadians continue to do well in races south of the border, from New York to Kentucky to Florida and Arkansas.
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Two top American horses meet some of the world's best in the Saudi Cup (G1) including the aptly-named Saudi Crown.
The $2.3 million son of Gun Runner splashed his way to victory in the $400,000 Risen Star Stakes against a strong field at Fair Grounds.
Longshot wins by Canadian-breds south of the border and a pair of wins by trainer Bill Tharrenos at Gulfstream Park on Feb. 15.
One of Woodbine's leading riders was riding at Turfway Park in Kentucky, but has moved to New York to be with family.
The $400,000 race is the feature event on a stakes-filled Saturday at Fair Grounds Race Course in Louisiana.
Now gelded, the 2020 Queen's Plate and Prince of Wales hero is training at Turfway Park in Kentucky with Jonathan Thomas.
Iowa-bred colt was well prepared by young trainer Jose Francisco D'Angelo to win early Kentucky Derby stepping-stone stake.
Henry Witt Jr. has been the leading owner at Assiniboia Downs for five years and won his first Manitoba Derby in 2023 with Mano Dura.
Earner of over $500,000 is Grade 2 placed and has been nominated to the Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup on March 2.
An early look at some of the top names of the three-year-old Canadian-bred division and what they are up to in February.
Kentucky-bred filly is from the champion Canadian broodmare Galloping Ami, dam of young Canadian stallion Amis Gizmo.
JDLP Holdings' Lady Brew, trained by Steven Chircop, is in action on Feb. 10 at Aqueduct racetrack in New York.
Finalists in the horse and human categories for the 2023 Sovereign Awards were announced by the Jockey Club of Canada.
Muddy tracks played a role in Derby prep upsets, while the most impressive winner in California is not Derby eligible.