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Most of them happened off the courts and playing fields, when the competitions were over and the athletes were at their most human.

As usual, though, 2021 produced some great horse racing stories and some fantastic heart-pounding finishes. Here’s my top 10.

The Eclipse Awards, which honor the top thoroughbred horses and individuals in their respective categories and members of the media for racing coverage, will be presented on Feb. 10.

  Debate is one of the great things about sports. The conversation spurs some deep pondering as somebody may think this one is the best while others have contrary thoughts. This can be especially true in the world of Thoroughbred racing. Being the oldest “professional” sport in the world, comparisons are commonplace. The athletes and equipment in racing have not changed much over the years. You may not be able to easily compare Red Grange with Derrick Henry, but Man o’War ...

Maxfield Dominates at Churchill Again, Wins Grade I, $750,000 Clark at Churchill Downs Racetrack. Known as the home of the Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks, Churchill Downs Racetrack conducts Thoroughbred horse racing in Louisville, Kentucky, during three race meets in the Spring, September, and the Fall.