Willie Clark was a grizzled veteran. A rough cob. A fossil of a jockey from another time. But there’s another descriptor, less frequently used, that describes him equally as accurately: heartbroken.
Tom Durkin joins us to talk about the Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST) of New York – its history, its growth and its...
The things we do for love! Eddie King, assistant trainer to Mark Hennig, talks about his life in – and love of – racing.
Rudy Rios joins us to talk about his journey from the depths of alcoholic despair to the leadership and guidance he provides now as part of...
Silky Sullivan, Stage Door Johnny, Dr. Fager, Allen Jerkens, a memorable game of bumper pool and the secrets to a long life – thanks...
Proud to kick off a new “Can Do” series – Beyond the Backstretch – highlighting the lives of the backside workers who make our sport run...
Francisco Barrera joins us to discuss his dawn to all hours of the evening schedule, providing the horses in his care – and his...