Equestrian Sport
Dutton seeks repeat at Rolex 3-Day EventFor years Phillip Dutton carried the label of “best rider never to win the Rolex Kentucky.” Now he’s back at the Kentucky Horse Park with a new title: defending champion. From The Louisville Courier-Journal. Read more >>
Racing News
Preparations Before the Big RaceEarly this week most of the Derby contenders put in their second-to-last workout before the Derby. From New York Times. Read more >>
In Other News
Florida Compounder Reports Error In Medication for Dead Polo HorsesFranck’s Pharmacy in Ocala, Fla., reported Thursday that it incorrectly prepared medication used to treat the 21 horses that died Sunday shortly before the U.S. Open Polo Championship in Palm Beach County, Fla. From Veterinary Practice News. Read more >>
Donkey fights off dog attacking sheepA brave donkey has come to the rescue of a sheep that was being attacked by a dog. From Horse and Hound. Read more >>
The Dead Polo Ponies and Their Mysterious Millionaire OwnerPolo fans say few things are as inspiring as watching eight majestic thoroughbred horses maneuver over a 300-yard-long field. From TIME. Read more >>
Tampa police horse eats doughnuts for fundraiserJustice was served at the Krispy Kreme doughnuts shop on Kennedy Boulevard this morning. From Tampa Bay Online. Read more >>
Beach horse ban to be put on hold Coleraine Borough Council was to have made a final decision on the issue at a meeting next Tuesday night. From BBC News. Read more >>
Yesterday’s News >>
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