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2 days ago
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‘We Are Devastated': Starting Over Euthanized After Pulling Up In United Nations Stakes
'We Are Devastated': Starting Over Euthanized After Pulling Up In United Nations Stakes originally appeared on Paulick Report. Grade 2 winner Starting Over was humanely euthanized by the track veterinarian after sustaining a right-hind fetlock injury in the G2 United Nations Stakes on Saturday at Monmouth Park, reports the Thoroughbred Daily News. The 8-year-old gray gelding raced near the back of the field of the 1 ⅜-mile turf event before being pulled up by Umberto Rispoli prior to the final to the Equibase chart, Starting Over was transported off the track in an equine ambulance.'He [Starting Over] did not make it,' trainer Brittany Russell told TDN. 'We are devastated. We thank Umberto [Rispoli] for getting him pulled up quickly and the on-track veterinarians for rushing to his aid. It's been a tough 24 hours for the team.' Starting Over was owned by Nice Guys Stables and had his first start for the Russell barn in April. When in the care of Michael Maker, Starting Over won the G2 Mac Diarmida Stakes in Guys Stables claimed Starting Over for $75,000 in September 2020 from a 1 1/16-mile maiden claiming race at Belmont Park on the inner turf. Starting Over won $570,145 and five races across 28 Liam's Map and out of Vanishing (Lemon Drop Kid), Starting Over was bred by George Strawbridge more at This story was originally reported by Paulick Report on Jul 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
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4 days ago
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Journalism wins the $1 million Haskell Stakes to earn trip to Breeders' Cup
Journalism proved again what a great competitor and super horse he is, rallying from next to last on the backstretch to win the $1 million Haskell Stakes on Saturday at Monmouth Park in Oceanport, N.J. The stretch run was vintage but Journalism's start in the 1 1/8-mile race was poor as the 3-year-old broke seventh in the eight-horse field. He seemed to struggle, taking a fair amount of kickback from the somewhat muddy track. But around the far turn he moved to the outside and started to pick off horses, almost coming even with Gosger and Goal Oriented, who were side-by-side on the rail, at the top of the stretch. He still looked beaten mid-stretch but with about a furlong to go he got real interested, running in about four path, well clear of the other horses. Then his stride got more powerful and he breezed to a half-length win. It was his sixth win in nine lifetime races. Read more: D. Wayne Lukas, Hall of Fame trainer who shaped horse racing, dies 'I don't think he broke as well as we would have liked [Saturday],' said Michael McCarthy, Journalism's trainer. 'As soon as they got to the backside, he started engaging a little bit, but not quite like we've seen in previous races. It took him a little while to get to the front. I'm not sure if that was by design from [jockey] Umberto [Rispoli], but with a target in front of him. He's just a different horse. Journalism, who went off at 2-5, paid $2.80 to win. Gosger was second followed by Goal Oriented, Bracket Buster, Burnham Square, National Law, Kentucky Outlaw and Wildncrazynight. The win gave Journalism a free, expenses paid trip to the Breeders' Cup on Nov. 1 at Del Mar. The Haskell is part of the win-and-in program that helps to get the best horses to the Breeders' Cup. The big question is where will Journalism run next. Given that he is based in Southern California, it wouldn't be surprising to see him in the Pacific Classic on Aug. 30 at Del Mar. It would be a good prep for the Breeders' Cup Classic for a couple reasons. It would be his first race against older horses (defined as horses 4 and older) and also that the Breeders' Cup is at Del Mar. Journalism broke his maiden at Del Mar on Nov. 17. It would also mean little travel, a big plus considering Journalism has not run in Southern California since April 5 when he won the Santa Anita Derby. Saturday was his sixth race in five months and in five different states. Another option, and likely the one favored by most fans, could be the Travers Stakes at Saratoga on Aug. 23 for a potential rematch with Kentucky Derby and Belmont winner Sovereignty. The Journalism-Sovereignty rivalry has been the best the sport has seen in a few years. Sovereignty has won both of their meetings, the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes, while Journalism won the Preakness, a race that Sovereignty skipped because of the two weeks of spacing between the first and second legs of the Triple Crown. Journalism was the only horse to run in all three Triple Crown races. Trainer McCarthy played his cards close when asked after the race what was up next for Journalism. Read more: Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty wins the Belmont Stakes, beating Journalism again 'Judging by the amount of mud on him, a pretty hot bath, a nice hot bubble bath and we'll get him back to the barn,' McCarthy said. 'We'll enjoy this tonight and kind of think about what we're going to do from here.' Journalism was an $825,000 purchase by Eclipse Thoroughbreds, which includes Don Alberto Corp. as an investor. He was sired by Curlin with Mopotism as the mare. The daughter of Uncle Mo was euthanized on July 15 after complications from colic, a gastrointestinal issue. Mopotism, who ran in Southern California for trainer Doug O'Neill, was 11 when she died. Get the best, most interesting and strangest stories of the day from the L.A. sports scene and beyond from our newsletter The Sports Report. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
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4 days ago
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Journalism rallies with final burst to win Haskell Invitational
OCEANPORT, N.J. (AP) — Journalism launched a dramatic rally to win the $1 million Haskell Invitational on Saturday at Monmouth Park. It was Journalism's first race since the Triple Crown. He was the only colt to contest all three legs, winning the Preakness while finishing second to Sovereignty in the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes. Heavily favored at 2-5 odds, Journalism broke poorly under jockey Umberto Rispoli and wound up trailing the early leaders. He kicked into gear rounding the final turn to find Gosger and Goal Oriented locked in a dogfight for the lead. It appeared one of them would be the winner until Journalism roared down the center of the track to win by a half-length. 'You feel like you're on a diesel,' Rispoli said. 'He's motoring and motoring. You never know when he's going to take off. To do what he did today again, it's unbelievable.' Gosger held on for second, a neck ahead of Goal Oriented. The Haskell victory was Journalism's sixth in nine starts for Southern California-based trainer Michael McCarthy, and earned the colt a berth in the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic at Del Mar on Nov. 1. Journalism paid $2.80, $2.20 and $2.10. ___ AP horse racing:
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4 days ago
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Journalism rallies with final burst to win Haskell Invitational
OCEANPORT, N.J. (AP) — Journalism launched a dramatic rally to win the $1 million Haskell Invitational on Saturday at Monmouth Park. It was Journalism's first race since the Triple Crown. He was the only colt to contest all three legs, winning the Preakness while finishing second to Sovereignty in the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes. Heavily favored at 2-5 odds, Journalism broke poorly under jockey Umberto Rispoli and wound up trailing the early leaders. He kicked into gear rounding the final turn to find Gosger and Goal Oriented locked in a dogfight for the lead. It appeared one of them would be the winner until Journalism roared down the center of the track to win by a half-length. 'You feel like you're on a diesel,' Rispoli said. 'He's motoring and motoring. You never know when he's going to take off. To do what he did today again, it's unbelievable.' Gosger held on for second, a neck ahead of Goal Oriented. The Haskell victory was Journalism's sixth in nine starts for Southern California-based trainer Michael McCarthy, and earned the colt a berth in the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic at Del Mar on Nov. 1. Journalism paid $2.80, $2.20 and $2.10. ___ AP horse racing:
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17-07-2025
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Journalism Headlines Haskell: Pros And Cons For All Eight Contenders
Umberto Rispoli, atop Journalism, during the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes horse race ... More Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) The $1 million Grade 1 NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes takes center stage Saturday at Monmouth Park, and all eyes are on Journalism, the Preakness winner and the only horse in the field to have contested all three legs of the Triple Crown. Installed as the 4-5 morning-line favorite, the son of Curlin looks to add another marquee victory to a growing résumé that already includes Grade 1 wins in the Santa Anita Derby and Preakness. Trained by Michael McCarthy and ridden by Umberto Rispoli, Journalism enters off a runner-up effort in the Belmont Stakes and boasts a record of 5-2-1 from 8 starts with over $3.1 million in earnings. A bullet six-furlong drill on July 12 suggests he's sitting on another big one. Pros: Proven against elite competition, tactical speed, consistent form, elite Coming off a demanding Triple Crown campaign; could be vulnerable to fresher horses. The Challengers 1. Bracket Buster (10-1) – John Velazquez takes the call on this colt who breaks from the rail. He enters under the radar but has been steadily improving. Pros: Hall of Fame jockey aboard, potential to surprise with ground-saving Yet to prove himself at the top level; slower on paper than main rivals. 3. Wildncrazynight (30-1) – Longest shot on the board, he'll need a significant jump in performance to contend. Pros: Could benefit from a pace meltdown; local connections know the Light on class; outmatched on paper. 4. Burnham Square (5-1) – A Grade 1 winner in the Blue Grass Stakes, this Ian Wilkes trainee is known for his adaptability and improving form. Pros: Versatile running style, Grade 1 winner, consistent training Disappointed in the Derby; still needs to prove he belongs with the very best. 5. National Law (20-1) – Irad Ortiz, Jr. rides this longshot who's stepping up in class. Pros: Elite jockey, has shown flashes of Lightly raced, untested against top competition, tough post between contenders. 6. Gosger (9-2) – Ran a gutsy second to Journalism in the Preakness and continues to trend upward for trainer Brendan Walsh. Pros: Improving with every start, nearly upset the Preakness, pedigree suggests further Still inexperienced compared to others; may need a perfect trip to turn the tables. 7. Kentucky Outlaw (15-1) – Trained by a sharp barn, he's an intriguing wild card with Florent Geroux in the saddle. Pros: May get overlooked in the wagering, potential to improve off recent Lacks a standout performance; up against proven stakes horses. 8. Goal Oriented (4-1) – Trainer Bob Baffert seeks a record-extending 10th Haskell win with this athletic colt, who was fourth in the Preakness and shows signs of mental and physical maturity. Pros: Baffert in the Haskell is always dangerous, strong recent works, top jockey Flavien Has yet to put it all together in a top-level race; wide post could be tricky. The Haskell headlines a 14-race card that features six stakes (five graded) and serves as a 'Win and You're In' qualifier for the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic at Del Mar this fall. First post is noon ET, with the Haskell set for 5:45 p.m. and televised live on NBC. Looking to bet the race? Head to for expert picks, pace analysis, and race-day wagering strategies to help you tackle the full Haskell Day card with confidence.
