A significant labor dispute has emerged in Oklahoma's horse racing industry, with jockeys and track operators at an impasse over minimum mount fees, leading to a boycott that threatens racing operations.
Final Score broke his maiden in impressive fashion on August 10, 2025, at Saratoga Race Course. After finishing second in his debut on July 13 in an off-the-turf sprint behind his Pletcher-trained stablemate Malus, Final Score switched to the grass and found his stride.
A 3-year-old Quarter Horse stallion in Polk County, Iowa, recently tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) on August 22, 2025. This case represents a current outbreak situation, as the horse developed clinical symptoms just six days before testing positive.
The 107th running of this prestigious race features a competitive field of nine older horses vying for a spot in the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic. This historic event, established in 1919, has been won by legends including Man o' War, Citation, Kelso (five times), and Curlin (twice).