Hours after simpleton Middleton and doubly-crowned Prince William wed today, a horse named Royal Wedding won the…
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Your morning roundup for Feb. 18, the South's 9th annual remembrance day.
[Lousville, KY, November 6: Zenyatta crosses the finish line in second place during the Breeders' Cup World…
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The New York Racing Association says it's running low on cash, and might have to close their three tracks. That…
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