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Any body who thinks trainers don’t care about their horses please watch Richard Mandella and Extra Hope today. Watch that bottom lip
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To Clear up why Ryan Moore is not on True Love & Diamond Necklace he can not do the weight
His Lowest riding weight in last 12 months is 8 stone 9 pounds and I think that was some time ago
True Love & Diamond Necklace will carry 8 stone 8 pounds
#Horseracing #thoroughbred #BreedersCup @BreedersCup
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With five career wins, a nose for treats, and a personality that keeps his rider entertained, Cali Bay (IRE) brought plenty of character to this year's Thoroughbred Makeover! 🐎
Congratulations to CARMA Messineo Makeover Scholarship recipient Jileann Pinhero and Cali Bay (IRE), affectionately known as Cal, on their performances at the 2026 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover in Kentucky!
The pair finished 5th among junior riders in Dressage and 8th in Freestyle!
A former racehorse with more than $178,000 in career earnings, Cal has traded racing for a new adventure with Jileann, a San Diego Pony Club member who is developing her skills in retraining off-track Thoroughbreds through the SCRAF Training to Train program.
Described as curious, playful, brave, and always on the lookout for treats, Cal has found a wonderful partner in Jileann. While Jileann describes herself as a little shy, Cal is the outgoing one. Together, they've built a partnership centered on learning, having fun, and bringing out the best in each other.
Congratulations, Jileann and Cal! We're proud to have you representing Team CARMA! ❤️
@RRP_TBMakeover
Photo Credit: Erin Gilmore Photography
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🐎 Calling all Thoroughbred owners and riders! Have you made your plans for Santa Anita yet?
Two weekends. An Olympic venue. And an incredible opportunity to put Thoroughbreds in the spotlight! 🏅
This November, the Split Rock Jumping Tour is making it easier than ever to compete at historic Santa Anita Park, with special incentives exclusively for Thoroughbred competitors!
✨ FREE entries in designated Thoroughbred classes
✨ 50% OFF stalls — just $400 instead of $800!
✨ $2,000 Thoroughbred High Point Award** up for grabs EACH weekend!
And remember, this isn't just any venue. Santa Anita Park is set to host equestrian events during the 2028 Olympic Games!
We'd love to see a strong turnout of Thoroughbreds demonstrating exactly why this remarkable breed deserves a place in the spotlight.
📍 Santa Anita Park | Arcadia, CA
📅 November 11–15 & 18–22, 2026
🏇 Let's see those Thoroughbreds!
Learn more and enter:
santaanitaequestrian.com/res…
@santaanitapark @1st_racing @TBaftercare @CAHorsePower
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"It's a privilege to be able to have horses good enough to go in the Classic!"
Bill Mott on Sovereignty and Knightsbridge's upcoming appearances in the @BreedersCup Saturday showpiece...
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How sad 😔 no mention or acknowledgment that @santaanitapark is even running! No odds, no post time, nothing. Terrific job @FanDuel_Racing
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We have a full slate of events next week! You can find our schedule below.
Book General Tours at oldfriendsequine.org/visit.
Lunch and a Tour experiences can be booked at 502-863-1775
Old Friends Breeders’ Cup Bash tickets here ➡️ secure.givelively.org/event/…
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Messineo Makeover Scholarship recipients earn top placings across multiple disciplines, showcasing the talent of California’s off-track Thoroughbreds.
The 2026 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover concluded in Lexington, Kentucky, earlier this month with CARMA’s Messineo Makeover Scholarship recipients turning in a strong showing across several disciplines, highlighted by a Golden State Award victory and multiple top finishes.
Classical Cat, ridden by Kiersti Wylie, led the way, earning the $5,000 Golden State Award, presented by the Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC). Classical Cat also finished second in the Competitive Trail Championship and fifth in the Freestyle Championship, adding to an impressive week for the CARMA graduate.
Other notable performances included St. Eligius, ridden by Liz Miller, who placed second among amateur riders in Freestyle and fifth in Ranch Work. Beach Hero, with Teegan Carthew aboard, finished sixth in the Freestyle Championship, while Pacific Tide and Allie Silvera earned sixth among amateur riders in Dressage.
The younger members of Team CARMA also distinguished themselves. Prince Abama, ridden by Madison Curcie, finished fourth among junior riders in Freestyle and eighth in Dressage. Cali Bay (IRE), with Jileann Pinhero, placed fifth among junior riders in Dressage and eighth in Freestyle. Anisette, partnered with Emma Rosas and Kiersti Wylie, earned third in Freestyle Team and fourth in Competitive Trail Team.
Read the full article:
carma4horses.org/news/classi…
@RRP_TBMakeover @CAHorsePower @TBaftercare
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Thoroughbred riders, this is your chance to compete at an Olympic venue—without the Olympic-sized price tag! 🏅
The Split Rock Jumping Tour is coming to historic Santa Anita Park this November, with incredible incentives for Thoroughbred competitors across two weekends!
✨ *FREE class entries for designated Thoroughbred classes
✨ 50% OFF stalls** — just $400 instead of $800!
✨ $2,000 Thoroughbred High Point Award each weekend!
And the best part? You'll be competing at Santa Anita Park, a venue selected to host equestrian events during the LA28 Olympic Games!
Whether you're bringing a seasoned competitor or giving your off-track Thoroughbred another opportunity to shine, this is a fantastic chance to showcase the breed's athleticism and versatility on a world-class stage at an amazing price!
📍 Santa Anita Park | Arcadia, CA
📍 November 11–15 & 18–22, 2026
📍 Let's show everyone what Thoroughbreds can do!
Learn more and enter: santaanitaequestrian.com/res…
@santaanitapark @1st_racing @TBaftercare @SRJT_
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Amy Zimmerman is a SUPERHERO to women and men across the globe! ⭐
Zimmerman has been a driving force in horse racing and sports broadcasting for decades. Since joining the Santa Anita Park staff in 1986, she has worked her way through various broadcasting and management roles to become Senior Vice President and Executive Producer. Since 1988, she has also worked extensively with NBC Sports on horse racing coverage, including the Breeders’ Cup and Triple Crown races, as well as seven Summer and Winter Olympic Games.
Zimmerman was the founding network executive producer for HRTV, the 24-hour horse racing television network launched in 2002. Throughout her career, she has earned numerous industry honors, including:
- 32 Eclipse Awards as an executive producer, producer, co-producer or associate producer.
- Four Sports Emmy Awards.
- 12 Regional Emmy Awards for producing and writing original productions.
- Four International Simulcast Awards.
Beyond her impressive accomplishments in broadcasting, Zimmerman has built lasting relationships throughout the industry. She credits Jane Goldstein, the namesake of the award she received, as an idol, boss, mentor and treasured friend of more than 40 years.
Amy’s dedication, leadership and influence have helped shape horse racing and sports broadcasting for generations. The Horse Racing Women’s Association was proud to honor her with the Jane Goldstein Exemplary Leadership Award at its fifth annual Conference, Oct. 12–14, in Lexington, Kentucky.
📸 Photo Credits:
NBC Photo: by @benoitphoto_ and provided by Kathryn Finlay Zimmerman
Santa Anita Photo: @KatieDaisyLA
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The turf course was open for BCup workers this a m at Keeneland 10 horses breezed 6 for trainer Wesley Ward. The dogs were out a mile the course was pretty boggy the times slow and meaningless. The best looking of the workers was Adonius who finished with big energy under wraps.
Looks like Keeneland has snapped up another good one. Congratulations @Scott_Hazelton
NEWS: Keeneland Welcomes Scott Hazelton to Full-Time Role Across Racing, Sales and Marketing. Read more → bit.ly/3UeQgan
@ScottFDTV
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“Family is not an important thing. It's everything.” ~Michael J. Fox
The Ransom girls…
I took a little social media break… my sister came to town from Alabama for a few days on her way to France for the birth of her first grandchild. We are close, but we don’t see each other a ton so it was nice to just spend time with her without being on here begging.
The need stayed the same, but I wanted to prioritize hanging out with my sister. And we had a nice weekend.
It’s funny, though, I don’t think she had any idea as to how busy we are here at the farm. She had to entertain herself when we fed in the mornings and afternoons (I wouldn’t let her help, she is on vacation) but I’d catch her up on the back porch or in the slider window watching us busy about.
She’s an animal person, too (mostly dogs) and I think now understands better why I do this. And she thinks Tyler is the most handsome baby. I mean, he is of course, but she loves him…
The weather has significantly improved. We were super cool over the weekend and we will warm up this week into the mid-80s, but the mornings are absolutely beautiful and everyone is so very happy for the cooldown. They are moving and roaming more and they are playful with each other.
Over the weekend we received $335 in donations, leaving us just $225 from the month’s hay goal. Thank you Sarah, Tanya, Laura, Michelle and an anonymous donor, too, for getting us so close.
The farrier will be here Thursday for ten trims at $60 each, including baby Tyler, so if you’d like to sponsor him (or any of the nine others) we’d be so grateful.
We still need to buy a pallet of feed for $850 (covers a month), I’ve been piecing it together and buying a couple bags here and there to get us by. I hate doing that…
Anyway, if you’d like to help we’d be grateful…
Donation links below ⬇️: (thank you!)
Venmo: @TheBridge-Sanctuary
PayPal: [email protected]
CashApp: $redransom
Zelle: (626) 676-2556
Direct link: paypal.com/paypalme/thebridg…
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Tuesday October 20, 2026, 9:43 AM: The latest EU1 is very potent, low-axis, intensifying Wednesday 4 PM to Thursday 8AM storm axis for a direct hit for Los Angeles County possibly up to 1.5 to 2.0 inches of rain! #CAwx #Californiastorms #ElNiño
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Big results for a young rider and her very special Thoroughbred! 🐎💙
At just 15 years old, Emma Rosas took on the Retired Racehorse Project's Thoroughbred Makeover with Anisette (affectionately known as Anna), earning 3rd place in Freestyle Team and 4th place in Competitive Trail Team alongside trainer and mentor Kiersti Wylie!
A dedicated Pony Club member and aspiring horse trainer, Emma has built a wonderful partnership with Anna through patience, play, and plenty of affection (and watermelon!).
The California-bred daughter of Central Banker out of Anais, by Malibu Moon, retired from racing with three wins and $28,781 in earnings. Now, she's showing off her talents in a whole new arena!
With support from CARMA's Messineo Makeover Scholarship, Emma and Anna traveled from California to Kentucky, gaining valuable experience and taking another exciting step forward together.
Congratulations to Emma, Kiersti, and Anisette! We love seeing the next generation of horsemen and women championing Thoroughbred aftercare! 💙
Photo Credit: Erin Gilmore Photography
@RRP_TBMakeover
#TeamCARMA #ThoroughbredMakeover
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We’re just two weeks away from our Old Friends’ Breeders’ Cup Bash on 11-1! We also have Tour and a Lunch events with John Nicholson & Michael Blowen on 10/28 & 29.
You can buy your Bash tickets at the link on our website & call 502-863-1775 for Tour and a Lunch tickets.
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Early track conditions: main track is fast. Turf is good.
The Rood & Riddle Dowager (G3) (race 7) is ON the turf. Races 5 and 9 will be OFF the turf.
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CARMA's Messineo Makeover Scholarship recipient Allie Silvera and Pacific Tide had plenty to celebrate at the Retired Racehorse Project's Thoroughbred Makeover in Kentucky!
The young California-bred Thoroughbred delivered three outstanding dressage performances, earning a Top 5 dressage score in Eventing and placing among the Top 10 combined Dressage scores over two days!
While the show jumping and cross-country challenges proved a little too demanding at this stage of his education, Pacific Tide showed nothing but heart, willingness, and an incredible attitude throughout the competition.
Foaled in 2022, Pacific Tide is a son of West Coast out of V J's Bet, by Into Mischief. After just one career start, his journey as a racehorse came to an end, but his next chapter is already showing tremendous promise.
For Allie, who previously competed at the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover, returning to Kentucky with the support of CARMA's Messineo Makeover Scholarship was another opportunity to grow as a horsewoman while helping a deserving Thoroughbred develop the skills for a successful second career.
Congratulations to Allie and Pacific Tide! We can't wait to see what the future holds for this talented young horse. ❤️
#TeamCARMA #ThoroughbredMakeover #MessineoMakeoverScholarship #ThoroughbredAftercare
Photo Credit: Erin Gilmore Photography
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We are just 20 Youtube subscribers from reaching 9,000. Help us get there - and to 10,000 - before the @BreedersCup. You can catch all our interviews (it's free, of course!) by clicking the "subscribe" button at youtube.com/@kentuckyhbpa702…
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