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Miguel Clement Looking To Build On Father's Legacy With Trio Of Contenders In Manhattan
Miguel Clement Looking To Build On Father's Legacy With Trio Of Contenders In Manhattan originally appeared on Paulick Report. In an impressive showing for the barn of the late Christophe Clement, the trio of Far Bridge, Carson's Run and Deterministic have long been pointed to the Grade 1, $1 million Resorts World Casino Manhattan on June 7 at the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., after preparing for their campaigns in Florida this winter. The recent passing of their conditioner in late May was deeply felt across the racing community and the trio will now look to add to the trainer's much-respected legacy as they make their first start for Clement's son and longtime assistant, Miguel. Advertisement 'Dad loves the Manhattan, and this was the plan a long time ago,' Miguel Clement said of the trio's entry in a race that Christophe won three times with Forbidden Apple [2001], Gio Ponti [2009] and Winchester [2010]. 'Historically speaking, it's been a terrific race. It's probably one of the best races that we have because it's a race where you have the best stayers and the best milers all meeting in the middle. 'All three horses are doing very well and it's exciting,' Clement added. 'It's time to run.' The Manhattan [Race 12], a 1 3/16-mile Mellon turf test for older horses, is one of eight graded stakes slated for Saturday's loaded 14-race card headlined by the Grade 1, $2 million Belmont Stakes presented by NYRA Bets in Race 13. First post is 10:45 a.m. Eastern. Leading the charge for Clement is LSU Stables' multiple Grade 1-winner Far Bridge, whose win in the 1 3/8-mile Grade 2 Man o' War on May 10 at Belmont at the Big A marked the final graded stakes victory for Christophe, and graded stakes win number 239 after a storied 34-year career. In the Man o' War, Far Bridge was piloted by Hall of Famer Joel Rosario to a stalking one-length victory under a hand-ride, taking command in the final turn and driving home in a final time of 2:17.24. Advertisement Far Bridge returns to the course that saw him upset the Grade 1 Sword Dancer in August, a pacesetting victory by one length over Measured Time. He switched up tactics next out with a stalk-and-pounce score over War Like Goddess in the Grade 1 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic in September at Belmont at the Big A. 'If you want, he can be on the lead, and has tactical speed if you need it,' Clement said. 'He can also come from last and has a great turn-of-foot. That makes him very tough. He's not dependent on ground or pace. He can do whatever you'd like.' Far Bridge has won four of his last five starts – all with Rosario at the helm – including the Grade 3 Pan American to kick off his campaign in March at Gulfstream Park. Clement said the pairing of Rosario and Far Bridge is easy to summarize. Advertisement 'They're a dynamic duo. I think that's the best way to put it,' he concluded. Clement said Far Bridge, who also won the Grade 1 Belmont Derby Invitational as a sophomore for trainer Todd Pletcher, would likely prefer a bit more ground than he'll cover on Saturday, but that his talent should allow him to put forth a strong effort. 'He's top class,' Clement said. 'He has an affinity for Saratoga, and in terms of distance, I'm sure he would appreciate more – but he's so versatile, and he's probably good enough that he can handle a range of distances. Top class horses, even if it's not their optimal distance, they still win.' Rosario will guide Far Bridge from the outermost post 9. Advertisement The pair of multiple graded stakes-winner Deterministic [post 5, Kendrick Carmouche] and dual Grade 1-winner Carson's Run [post 4, Dylan Davis] arrive from a 1-2 finish in the nine-furlong Grade 2 Fort Marcy on May 3 at Belmont at the Big A, a race that saw Deterministic set a new track record of 1:45.70 over the outer turf. 'He's doing well and he's versatile,' Clement said of Deterministic, who seeks his first Grade 1 score for owners St. Elias Stable, Ken Langone, Steven Duncker and Vicarage Stable. The 4-year-old Liam's Map dark bay flashed his talents early in his career on dirt, graduating impressively in August 2023 here and returning last March to win the Grade 3 Gotham at Aqueduct Racetrack before a pair of off-the-board efforts in graded dirt routes at the Big A. A switch to turf brought back the spark he showed earlier in the year, and the colt has never been off-the-board in six starts over the lawn. His 6-3-2-1 turf record includes Grade 3 wins last year in the Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs and the Hill Prince at the Big A, as well as a third in his lone try at the Grade 1 level in last year's Saratoga Derby Invitational won by Carson's Run. He began his current campaign with a pacesetting second in a nine-furlong off-the-turf allowance in April at Keeneland. Advertisement Deterministic already had a race on his 2025 resume heading into the Fort Marcy, and now the same can be said for West Point Thoroughbreds and Steven Bouchey's Carson's Run after his brave Fort Marcy effort behind his stablemate in his first start off a more than five-month layoff. 'He needed a race under his belt. I think he's improved from the run,' Clement said. 'There's plenty of him – plenty of substance – he will only benefit from a race under him. I thought he ran a terrific race.' Carson's Run already boasts a win over the course and distance in the aforementioned Saratoga Derby, his second top-level victory after taking the Summer Stakes as a juvenile at Woodbine. The 4-year-old Cupid colt's sophomore campaign also included a win in the Grade 3 Jockey Club Derby Invitational in October at Belmont at the Big A and a runner-up effort in the Grade 3 Nashville Derby in September at Kentucky Downs. While a powerhouse trio looms large for the Clement barn, there are no guarantees in a loaded field that includes dual Grade 1-winning New York-bred Spirit of St Louis [post 6, Manny Franco], who is also in the conversation of divisional sovereignty alongside Far Bridge. Advertisement Madaket Stables, Michael Dubb and Richard Schermerhorn's 6-year-old son of Medaglia d'Oro has flourished this year against open company after two seasons running against almost exclusively state-bred company, often trouncing his competition with seven wins [four stakes] from 11 outings against fellow New York-breds. In October, Brown tried the evergreen dark bay against graded competition for the first time when a 2 1/2-length fifth in the Grade 1 Coolmore Turf Mile at Keeneland. Two starts later, Spirit of St Louis more than proved he belonged in the big leagues, notching a rallying neck score in the Grade 1 Pegasus World Cup Invitational in January at Gulfstream Park. A fourth in the Grade 2 Muniz Memorial Classic in March at Fair Grounds did little to dissuade the betting public on May 3 at Churchill Downs, where Spirit of St Louis was last seen scoring another Grade 1 triumph in the Old Forester Bourbon Turf Classic as the 3-1 post-time favorite. 'He's remarkably consistent this horse,' the gelding's five-time Eclipse Award-winning conditioner Chad Brown said. 'He's reached a level this year that I didn't even see coming. I'm just trying to keep him where he's at right now – happy and sound.' While Spirit of St Louis has successfully answered the question of class, he is now left to prove his ability beyond nine furlongs. The presence of Grade 1 Belmont Stakes-winner Lemon Drop Kid on the bottom side of his pedigree suggests he'll pass the test. Advertisement 'We'll try it – he's certainly bred for it,' Brown said of the distance. 'I would have thought last year that his best distance was a mile, and this year, he's proven to be effective beyond that, which is a pleasant surprise.' Bred by Chester and Mary Broman, Spirit of St Louis is a full-brother to Grade 1-winner Bar of Gold, who found her best stride sprinting over the dirt to victory in the 2017 Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Sprint. A neck back of Spirit of St Louis in the Pegasus World Cup Turf was West Point Thoroughbreds and Woodford Racing's Integration [post 2, Flavien Prat], a last-out seventh in the Turf Classic at Churchill. Co-owner Sol Kumin congratulations jockey Manny Franco after Spirit of St Louis won the Turf Classic at Churchill DownsNellie Carlson photo Trained by three-time Manhattan-winning Hall of Famer Shug McGaughey, the Quality Road 5-year-old has placed in four Grade 1s, and boasts graded victories in the 2023 Grade 2 Hill Prince and 2024 Grade 2 Red Smith – both over the Aqueduct green – and the 2023 Grade 3 Virginia Derby at Colonial. Though he has not contested Saturday's distance in his 13 starts, he did finish a game second in last year's Grade 1 Arlington Million going a touch farther at 10-furlongs. Advertisement The West Coast racing scene will be represented by Amerman Racing's classy Kentucky homebred Endlessly [post 1, Umberto Rispoli], who stretches out from a third in the one-mile Grade 3 American on April 20 at Santa Anita Park off a more than nine-month layoff. 'He's doing very well,' trainer Michael McCarthy said. 'It is nice to have him back. Obviously these big turf races will kind of be on his schedule all summer long.' The 4-year-old Oscar Performance bay began his career a perfect 3-for-3 in 2023, including Grade 3 scores in the Del Mar Juvenile Turf at its namesake oval and the Zuma Beach at Santa Anita Park. He went on to post a respectable sophomore campaign that was led by wins on synthetic in the Listed El Camino Real Derby at Golden Gate Fields and the Grade 3 Jeff Ruby Steaks at Turfway Park en route to off-the-board finishes in the Grade 1 Kentucky Derby and Grade 1 Belmont Derby Invitational on turf to close out the year. McCarthy pointed to Endlessly's route stakes wins as evidence to support that Endlessly will relish the added distance in the Manhattan. Advertisement 'I don't think it is an issue for him. I think he is wanting more ground,' McCarthy said. 'In his victories last year in the El Camino Real Derby and the Jeff Ruby at one mile and an eighth, he was very good. I don't think going one mile and three-sixteenths on the grass is going to be an issue for him.' Completing the field are graded stakes-winner Highway Robber [post 3, Cristian Torres] for trainer Brian Lynch, Grade 3-placed Corruption [post 8, Jose Ortiz] for Hall of Fame trainer Mark Casse; and the streaking Tucson [post 7, Irad Ortiz, Jr.], a $1.3 million yearling purchase that makes his stakes debut for Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher. Television coverage of Belmont Stakes Day will air across the FOX Sports family of networks beginning at 10:30 a.m. Eastern [FS1] prior to national broadcast coverage on FOX beginning at 2:30 p.m. For the complete Belmont Stakes Racing Festival television schedule, visit NYRA Bets is the official wagering platform of Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, and the best way to bet every race of the four-day meet. Available to horseplayers nationwide, the NYRA Bets app is available for download today on iOS and Android at This story was originally reported by Paulick Report on Jun 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
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20-05-2025
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This advice may save your life at the beach: How to identify, swim away from rip currents
Memorial Day weekend is just over a week away and will bring throngs of people to Florida's beaches, as it is widely considered the unofficial 'start of the summer' in the U.S. And while we share the ocean with sharks and the venomous Portuguese Man o' War, which can bite or sting, there's an ever-present danger in the water that doesn't have a fin or tentacles: rip currents. Rip currents are powerful, sometimes deadly, channels of water that can sweep a swimmer quickly away from shore. Just two weeks ago, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Deputy Billy Crocker helped rescue three children from a rip current at Huguenot Memorial Park and resuscitated an 8-year-old girl who'd taken on water in her lungs. Deputy Crocker spoke with the USA TODAY Network-Florida about the dangers of rip currents and how to identify them at the beach. Here's what a rip current is, how it's different from undertow and how to spot a rip current from the sand. Rip currents are powerful channels of water that flow quickly away from shore. They're usually found at low spots or breaks in sandbars and near structures like jetties or piers. Rip currents can easily be seen from the shore with the naked eye, but you have to know what to look for. And they're much more difficult to see when you're in the water. Since rip currents are an effect of underwater geography and water flow, they aren't tied to the weather. Stormy weather can cause rip currents to form, but they're just as likely on bright, sunny days at the beach. Rip currents can be found at any beach with waves, at any time. 'Measured at speeds up to 8 feet per second (more than 5 miles per hour), rip currents can be faster than an Olympic swimmer,' NOAA says. You're swimming along, enjoying the ocean water, when suddenly you get knocked off your feet and feel like you're in a rushing underwater river. You try swimming to shore but the current has you in its grip, pulling you farther out to sea. Eventually, the current will dissipate, but not before it drags you along with it, no matter how strong of a swimmer you are. Fortunately, they're not difficult to deal with if you stay calm. Most of the time when someone succumbs to the power of a rip current, it's because they got too tired while swimming against it. And the way out of a rip current (see below) is not to swim against it. 'Measured at speeds up to 8 feet per second (more than 5 miles per hour), rip currents can be faster than an Olympic swimmer,' NOAA says. No. Rip currents and undertow are not the same thing. 'Undertow is a term used to describe the current beneath the surface when waves are breaking upon the shore,' NOAA says. 'Undertow is often mistakenly used to describe rip currents. It is also often associated with the strong backwash after breaking waves.' 'To check for rip currents at the beach, stand back from an elevated position, like a dune line or beach access, and look for places where waves are not breaking,' NOAA says. These signs can indicate that a rip current is present, according to NOAA: A channel of churning, choppy water An area of water that is a notable difference in color A line of foam, or debris moving steadily offshore A break in the incoming wave pattern 'Sometimes the rip will actually take the foam that's up by the shore, created from the waves crashing, and suck it into that rip current and you'll get a foam line that will trail into that rip current,' Deputy Crocker said. 'And you can see that foam line, too. So, it's really imperative that a person educates themselves when they go to the beach that not only (are) there creatures in the water, but something actually more dangerous – the water itself.' Yes, you can swim away from a rip current. You just have to know in which direction to swim. 'A rip current will pull you out, but it will not pull you down,' Deputy Crocker said. 'What happens is, when you realize you're in it (and) don't know how to mitigate it, you start swimming against it and you wear yourself out, become tired, frustrated, and you give up then go down.' To escape a rip current, you don't swim against it. Since the rip current is so powerful, swimming against it will just tire you out and likely cause you to panic. Swimming parallel to the shore is the only way out of a rip current once you're swept up in one. Deputy Crocker started patrolling the beach at Huguenot Memorial Park part-time since 2017 and spent the last four summers patrolling the beach full-time, in which time he said he's seen three casualties due to rip currents. 'At our beach, we (JSO) do 20 to 30 rescues from rips just in the summertime,' Deputy Crocker said. 'Our ocean rescue lifeguards sitting in chairs are only budgeted from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend.' Contributing: C. A. Bridges, USA TODAY Network - Florida This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Beach safety and Florida rip currents: How to see or swim out of one
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19-05-2025
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Officials Warn of 'Dangerous' Swimming Conditions at NC Beaches
If you're planning on spending time in the ocean for Memorial Day weekend, you may want to stay on high alert. Oak Island and Sunset Beach in North Carolina are dealing with dangerous swimming conditions this week because Portuguese Man o' War washed ashore. These organisms are known for packing an incredibly painful sting even after they've died. With that said, Cape Lookout officials have issued a warning to beachgoers. "These aren't jellyfish, but colonies of organisms with a powerful sting. Even when dead, their tentacles can still sting, so DO NOT TOUCH them," fire officials in Sunset Beach said. That's not the only issue plaguing North Carolina this month. Swimming advisories have been issued for parts of the Outer Banks due to a serious bacteria problem. According to the N.C. Recreational Water Quality Program, test results from Whiskey Creek show that bacteria levels have blown past the state and federal action levels of 104 enterococci per 100 milliliters. This is a sign of fecal contamination in the water. From CBS 17: Testing at Jockey's Ridge Sound-side Access in Nags Head found water samples that show a running monthly average of 37 enterococci per 100 milliliters of water, according to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality. The levels in the Roanoke Sound exceed the state and federal standards of a running monthly average of 35 enterococci per 100 milliliters, based on five samples taken within a 30-day period, officials said. The beaches in these areas have not closed despite these swimming advisories. It's unclear how long these beach troubles will last for the Outer Banks.
Time Magazine
15-05-2025
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The Top 10 Racehorses of All Time According to AI
This article is published by a partner of TIME. Horse racing has captivated audiences for centuries with its thrilling combination of speed, strategy, and skill. The beauty of a racehorse in full stride, the intensity of the competition, and the stories behind the legends make horse racing one of the most enduring sports in history. Over the years, some racehorses have risen above the rest, carving their names into history with their extraordinary performances and undeniable charisma. What makes a racehorse truly great? It's not just about wins but also about the way they raced, the records they set, and the impact they left on the sport. From dominating performances at the Triple Crown races to breaking records that seemed untouchable, these horses earned their place in the pantheon of legends. Each one brought something unique, inspiring generations of fans and horsemen alike. This article celebrates the top 10 racehorses of all time with research assistance from ChatGPT, highlighting their achievements, iconic races, and the people who believed in their greatness. These stories remind us why horse racing remains such a beloved sport, rich with history and unforgettable moments. 1. Secretariat Secretariat is universally recognized as the greatest racehorse of all time. His breathtaking performance in the 1973 Belmont Stakes, where he won by an astonishing 31 lengths, solidified his status as a legend. Known for his unmatched speed and power, Secretariat broke records in all three Triple Crown races that still stand today. Owner: Meadow Stable (Penny Chenery Tweedy) Trainer: Lucien Laurin Jockey: Ron Turcotte Major Wins: 1973 Triple Crown (Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes) Notable Records: Fastest times in all three Triple Crown races, including 2:24 at the Belmont Stakes. Legacy: Inducted into the Racing Hall of Fame in 1974; widely regarded as the benchmark for greatness in horse racing. 2. Man o' War Man o' War dominated the racing world in the early 20th century, losing only one of his 21 starts. His incredible stride and power made him virtually unbeatable, and his influence on breeding is still felt today. Known as 'Big Red,' his victories often came by such large margins that he redefined what dominance meant in horse racing. Owner: Samuel D. Riddle Trainer: Louis Feustel Jockey: Clarence Kummer Major Wins: Preakness Stakes (1920), Belmont Stakes (1920), Travers Stakes (1920) Notable Records: Won by 100 lengths in one race; carried heavy weights and still won easily. Legacy: Sire of champions, including Triple Crown winner War Admiral. 3. Seabiscuit Seabiscuit was the ultimate underdog, rising from obscurity to become a symbol of hope during the Great Depression. His most famous victory came in 1938 when he defeated the heavily favored War Admiral in a one-on-one match race. Small in stature but big in heart, Seabiscuit's story inspired books, movies, and millions of fans. Owner: Charles Howard Trainer: Tom Smith Jockey: Red Pollard Major Wins: Match Race vs. War Admiral (1938), Santa Anita Handicap (1940) Notable Records: Named 1938 Horse of the Year. Legacy: Immortalized in Laura Hillenbrand's bestselling biography and a feature film. 4. Frankel Frankel, an undefeated British Thoroughbred, is often regarded as the greatest flat-racing horse in Europe. His explosive acceleration and consistency earned him 14 wins in 14 starts, including iconic performances at the 2,000 Guineas and Queen Anne Stakes. Timeform rated him as the best racehorse of all time, with a near-perfect score. Owner: Prince Khalid Abdullah Trainer: Sir Henry Cecil Jockey: Tom Queally Major Wins: 2,000 Guineas (2011), Queen Anne Stakes (2012), Champion Stakes (2012) Notable Records: Undefeated with 14 wins in 14 starts. Legacy: Retired to stud as one of the most sought-after sires in the world. 5. Citation Citation was the first horse to earn $1 million in prize money and won the 1948 Triple Crown. Known for his versatility and endurance, he dominated his era with 16 consecutive victories. Even after a career-threatening injury, Citation returned to racing and added to his impressive record. Owner: Calumet Farm Trainer: Ben A. Jones Jockey: Eddie Arcaro Major Wins: 1948 Triple Crown (Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes) Notable Records: First horse to earn $1 million in winnings. Legacy: Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1959; symbol of consistency and class. 6. Zenyatta Zenyatta is one of the greatest female racehorses in history, known for her heart-stopping come-from-behind finishes. She won 19 of her 20 races, including the Breeders' Cup Classic against a field of male champions. Her charisma and dominance made her a fan favorite, redefining what a mare could achieve in modern racing. Owner: Jerry and Ann Moss Trainer: John Shirreffs Jockey: Mike Smith Major Wins: Breeders' Cup Classic (2009), Apple Blossom Handicap (2008, 2010) Notable Records: Undefeated in 19 consecutive races. Legacy: Elevated female racehorses to new heights in a male-dominated sport. 7. American Pharoah In 2015, American Pharoah ended a 37-year Triple Crown drought with his dominant sweep of the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes. He went on to win the Breeders' Cup Classic, becoming the first horse to achieve the "Grand Slam" of racing. His combination of speed, stamina, and temperament made him a once-in-a-lifetime champion. 8. Kelso Kelso was a five-time Horse of the Year, an unmatched achievement in racing history. Known for his endurance and versatility, he excelled over a variety of distances and carried high weights in handicaps. Kelso's consistency over eight seasons made him one of the sport's most admired champions. Owner: Bohemia Stable Trainer: Carl Hanford Jockey: Eddie Arcaro, Ismael Valenzuela, among others Major Wins: Jockey Club Gold Cup (5 times), Woodward Stakes (3 times) Notable Records: Career earnings of over $1.9 million. Legacy: Symbol of durability and excellence in racing. 9. Phar Lap Phar Lap became a national hero in Australia during the Great Depression, winning races with incredible dominance. Known for his massive size and gentle demeanor, Phar Lap's career was tragically cut short when he died under mysterious circumstances. His legend continues to captivate fans worldwide. Owner: David J. Davis Trainer: Harry Telford Jockey: Jim Pike Major Wins: Melbourne Cup (1930), Cox Plate (1930, 1931) Notable Records: Won 37 of 51 starts. Legacy: Australia's most beloved racehorse, honored in museums and films. 10. Ruffian Ruffian was a dominant filly who captured hearts with her stunning speed and determination. She was undefeated in her first 10 races before her tragic breakdown during a match race against Foolish Pleasure. Ruffian's legacy remains as a reminder of both the beauty and fragility of horse racing. Conclusion on Top 10 Racehorses These 10 racehorses each brought something extraordinary to the sport, whether through record-breaking performances, emotional stories, or unprecedented dominance. They inspired generations of fans and demonstrated the incredible potential of human and equine partnerships. Horse racing's history is richer because of these legends, whose legacies continue to influence the sport today. From Secretariat's breathtaking Belmont victory to Ruffian's unforgettable brilliance, these athletic champions embody the heart and soul of horse racing. Related Articles: About the Authors: Richard D. Harroch is a Senior Advisor to CEOs, management teams, and Boards of Directors. He is an expert on M&A, venture capital, startups, and business contracts. He was the Managing Director and Global Head of M&A at VantagePoint Capital Partners, a venture capital fund in the San Francisco area. His focus is on internet, digital media, AI and technology companies. He was the founder of several Internet companies. His articles have appeared online in Forbes, Fortune, MSN, Yahoo, Fox Business and Richard is the author of several books on startups and entrepreneurship as well as the co-author of Poker for Dummies and a Wall Street Journal-bestselling book on small business. He is the co-author of a 1,500-page book published by Bloomberg on mergers and acquisitions of privately held companies. He was also a corporate and M&A partner at the international law firm of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe. He has been involved in over 200 M&A transactions and 250 startup financings. He can be reached through LinkedIn. Dominique Harroch is the Chief of Staff at She has acted as a Chief of Staff or Operations Leader for multiple companies where she leveraged her extensive experience in operations management, strategic planning, and team leadership to drive organizational success. With a background that spans over two decades in operations leadership, event planning at her own start-up and marketing at various financial and retail companies. Dominique is known for her ability to optimize processes, manage complex projects and lead high-performing teams. She holds a BA in English and Psychology from U.C. Berkeley and an MBA from the University of San Francisco. She can be reached via LinkedIn.
