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Today’s Lock Is At Northfield Park On Race 2
Tuesday’s “Lock” is at Northfield PARK on race 2 with the #1 HydropanenHenry -from 7 hole to rail, was 2nd last 2- Wins tonight-Kurt Sugg drives.
Last “Lock” was off the board and the pick record is at 1543 of 2437 wins with 433 seconds and 166 thirds. Thank you for your support of IdaBet.com!
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Monday’s “Lock”-is at Western Fair Raceway on race 9 with the #8-Ladyterra-Parked out last-drops in class-Sam Fillion drives. Last “Lock” was off the board and the pick record is now at 1691 of 2684 wins with 471 Seconds and 186 thirds. Thank you for choosing IdaBet.com as your place to wager.
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After no one hit the Pick Five at Batavia Downs on Thursday (Oct. 22), there is a $1,149 carryover pool for that wager in the first race on Saturday (Oct. 24) and the management of Batavia Downs has announced that the pool will be guaranteed at $5,000 through the United States Trotting Association’s Strategic Wagering program. As part ...
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Nyquist Breeding Right Brings $1.2 Million at the Keeneland Championship SaleNyquist Breeding Right Brings $1.2 Million at the Keeneland Championship Sale
Nyquist Breeding Right Brings $1.2 Million at the Keeneland Championship Sale
LEXINGTON, KY–Held for the first time in the Bluegrass State, the third installment of Keeneland’s Championship Sale held two days prior to this year’s Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland featured the sale of the historic property Castleton in addition to a collection of ready-to-run racehorses and several sire interests, who are also represented at the World Championships.
With Kentucky sire power leading the fray, one breeding right in Darley stallion Nyquist (Uncle Mo) realized a sale-topping $1.2 million from Don Alberto Corporation.
Offered as Hip 14, the breeding right was consigned by Bluegrass Thoroughbred Services.
“Nyquist right now is the top stallion with Gun Runner, Into Mischief and Curlin,” said Fernando Diaz-Valdes of Don Alberto. “Nyquist is a hot commodity. Everybody wants to breed to him. We need to send our top mares to top stallions, and Carlos [Heller of Don Alberto] wants to have the top stallion. That is why we wanted this and I think it was the right price.”
One hip earlier, a lifetime breeding right in WinStar stallion Life Is Good (Into Mischief) realized $775,000 from Fergus Galvin, acting as agent. Offered as Hip 13, the breeding right was consigned by Hill ‘n’ Dale at Xalapa.
Also drawing plenty of attention at Wednesday’s sale, a 2.5% fractional interest (breeding rights only) in Englishman (Maxfield) (Hip 9) drew a $650,000 final bid from Bourbon Meadows Farm. The likely favorite in this weekend’s GI Cygames Breeders’ Cup Sprint, the interest was consigned by Lane’s End, where the dual Grade I winner will stand upon retirement.
Upstart | Sarah Andrew
Rounding out the stallion prospects, a 2.5% interest in Airdrie Stud sire Upstart (Flatter) (Hip 12) brought $325,000 from AGT Bloodstock. The share was consigned by Claiborne Farm.
Representing the racing stock on offer, a 100% ownership interest in Group 3 winner Ballinea Star (Ire) (Space Blues {Ire}) (Hip 7) entered in Friday’s GI John Deere Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf sold for $650,000 to David Fennelly-Mountmellick Farm. The consignor was St George Sales, agent for Aguiar Racing.
Additional stock to sell on Wednesday:
Liam Smith (Midshipman) — 25% fractional interest in the 4-time winning 3-year-old colt entered in Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup Sprint sold for $250,000 to Madaket Stables. The consignor was Altamira Racing Stable.
Iron Man Cal (Collected) — 25% fractional interest in the 4-year-old GSW and GISP gelding entered in Saturday’s GI Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile sold for $200,000 to Meah/Lloyd Bloodstock, agent for Mike Iavarone’s TCC Stables. The consignor was Little Red Feather Racing and Madaket Stables.
“I like Billy Koch [of Red Feather Racing],” Iavarone said. “We hadn’t had a horse together in quite a while, so it was it was an opportunity really to partner up with him. I like the horse [Iron Man Cal]. The horse is nice. I think the horse got a tough assignment this weekend, but we’re going to have a really good time on Saturday together.”
Iavarone, who also purchased a 25% interest in Breeders’ Cup Sprint entrant Little Thunder (Noble Bird) in a post-sale transaction, acquired a 25% interest in Bentornato (Valiant Minister) at last year’s Championship Sale.
Three days later, Bentornato won the Breeders’ Cup Sprint.
After heading into yesterday’s sale with plenty of buzz, Group 1-scoring Miss Yechance (Ire) (Cotai Glory {GB}) failed to reach her reserve price of $3.075 million through the ring.
“This sale was held at Del Mar the past two years, so bringing it to the Bluegrass for the first time gave us an opportunity to showcase the event in the heart of horse country, and I think that elevated it to a whole new level,” Keeneland Vice President of Sales Tony Lacy said. “It was an incredible evening that showcased the best of the Thoroughbred world and served as the perfect addition to Breeders’ Cup Week. With the September Yearling Sale, Fall Meet and now this event leading into the Breeders’ Cup, Keeneland truly is the center of the Thoroughbred world. We’re thrilled to have welcomed this sale to Kentucky and look forward to building on this experience in the years ahead.”
Castleton Farm was the final offering of the Championship Sale in a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Keeneland and Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty. While bidding did not meet the property’s reserve, Castleton will remain on the market with Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty.
“We wanted the world to know about Castleton, and we believe this extraordinary collaboration accomplished exactly that,” said Ken Donworth, Listing Broker with Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty. “Shane Ryan and his family were willing to think outside the box, and the resulting collaboration and marketing campaign were unlike anything I’ve experienced.”
Keeneland President and CEO Shannon Arvin added, “We are grateful to Shane Ryan and his family for welcoming us to Castleton as the setting for the Championship Sale, and to Sotheby’s for their collaboration on this truly unique offering. Castleton provided a spectacular backdrop for an evening that celebrated Thoroughbred ownership and showcased Keeneland and Central Kentucky to a global audience.”
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read moreThoroughbred Owner, Breeder, Philanthropist Greg Goodman Passes AwayThoroughbred Owner, Breeder, Philanthropist Greg Goodman Passes Away
Thoroughbred Owner, Breeder, Philanthropist Greg Goodman Passes Away
Greg Goodman, whose many roles in Thoroughbred racing include his ownership of Mt. Brilliant Farm in Lexington, Ky., passed away Sunday in Houston, Texas after a battle with cancer. He was 72.
A native of Houston who attended the University of Texas in Austin and earned his degree from the University of Houston, Goodman purchased Mt. Brilliant Farm in 1995.
Goodman’s father Harold was an original partner in A.P. Indy. After Harold Goodman passed away in 1996, his son inherited five stallion shares in A.P. Indy, which served as a major foundation for the Mt. Brilliant breeding program.
Harold Goodman was also the founder of Goodman Manufacturing (later Goodman Global). The company produced flexible air ducts and registers, and the business expanded into central air conditioning and heating systems. Goodman Manufacturing grew into one of the largest privately held residential and light-commercial HVAC manufacturers in the United States, known for high-volume, low-cost production.
Goodman purchased the historic Mt. Brilliant property in 1995. Over the decades, he expanded the operation to roughly 1,400 contiguous acres in Central Kentucky. The expansion included acquiring neighboring Faraway Farm (formerly Man o’ War Farm), where he restored the historic stallion barn where Man o’ War once stood. In 2023, Goodman added the adjacent property where the legendary horse was originally buried and where his statue stood before its move to the Kentucky Horse Park.
Goodman bred, raised, and raced numerous high-caliber stakes horses both domestically and internationally. Mt. Brilliant was the breeder of 2016 GI Belmont Stakes winner Creator (Tapit). Mt. Brilliant also bred Gaming (Game Winner), the winner of the GI Del Mar Futurity, and three-time graded stakes winner Private Mission (Into Mischief). Another Mt. Brilliant success story was Nehro (Mineshaft), a horse it bred who finished second in the 2011 GI Kentucky Derby.
As of July, Mt. Brilliant’s broodmare band included 32 mares, 10 of which are graded stakes performers, and dams of six recent or current graded stakes horses. The family’s horses train across three continents, with Michael Stidham in the U.S., Sir Mark Prescott in Europe, and Gai Waterhouse in Australia.
At this year’s Keeneland September sale, Mt. Brilliant sold three seven-figure yearlings in a single session. The milestone was an emotional one for Goodman’s sons, Bo and Hutton, who noted that there father was in an ICU unit at the time battling his health issues.
“We’ve never done that before,” Hutton told the TDN at the time. “And it’s kind of emotional because it’s the first time in our lifetimes that our dad hadn’t been here with us.”
Under Goodman’s leadership, Mt. Brilliant expanded its operation to include a polo field. Mt. Brilliant hosts polo matches throughout the year, culminating in a tournament each September known as the Kentucky Cup.
A philanthropist, Goodman’s charitable work spanned education, the arts, the environment, healthcare, and equine welfare. His contributions to the industry have been recognized with the Robert N. Clay Award (2022), the William T. Young Humanitarian Award (2023), and the Allaire du Pont Leadership Award (2024).
In July, Goodman was selected by the Board of Directors of the Thoroughbred Club of America as the 2026 “Honor Guest.”
“The Thoroughbred Club of America is pleased to name Greg Goodman as our 2026 Honor Guest,” said Club President W. Chapman Hopkins. “The breadth of Mr. Goodman’s involvement in breeding, racing and land conservation efforts has left an indelible mark on the industry on the national and international stage. His impact on the Thoroughbred industry is matched only by his generosity in important philanthropic support, and we are honored to name him as our 2026 Honor Guest.”
On Wednesday, Breeders’ Cup Limited released a statement regarding Goodman’s passing. It reads in full:
“We are very saddened by the passing of H. Greg Goodman, whose extraordinary generosity, leadership, and unwavering commitment left an enduring mark on the Thoroughbred racing industry.
“Greg served with distinction as a Breeders’ Cup Member from 2014-2025, including impactful work on both our Racing and Nominations Committee and our Investment Committee. He brought wisdom, integrity, and a genuine passion for the Thoroughbred to everything he did. His contributions extended far beyond the boardroom, reflecting a profound dedication to the people, horses, and institutions that make our sport so extraordinary.
“Greg was not only a respected leader and passionate advocate for racing, but also a cherished friend to so many. His extraordinary generosity and philanthropy strengthened our community and improved the lives of countless individuals, and his legacy will be felt for generations to come.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Goodman family and all who had the good fortune to know him.”
Goodman is survived by his wife Becky, his four children, and 10 grandchildren.
The post Thoroughbred Owner, Breeder, Philanthropist Greg Goodman Passes Away appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions.
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Monday’s “Lock”-is at Western Fair Raceway on race 9 with the #8-Ladyterra-Parked out last-drops in class-Sam Fillion drives. Last “Lock” was off the board and the pick record is now at 1691 of 2684 wins with 471 Seconds and 186 thirds. Thank you for choosing IdaBet.com as your place to wager.
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After no one hit the Pick Five at Batavia Downs on Thursday (Oct. 22), there is a $1,149 carryover pool for that wager in the first race on Saturday (Oct. 24) and the management of Batavia Downs has announced that the pool will be guaranteed at $5,000 through the United States Trotting Association’s Strategic Wagering program. As part ...
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Nyquist Breeding Right Brings $1.2 Million at the Keeneland Championship SaleNyquist Breeding Right Brings $1.2 Million at the Keeneland Championship Sale
Nyquist Breeding Right Brings $1.2 Million at the Keeneland Championship Sale
LEXINGTON, KY–Held for the first time in the Bluegrass State, the third installment of Keeneland’s Championship Sale held two days prior to this year’s Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland featured the sale of the historic property Castleton in addition to a collection of ready-to-run racehorses and several sire interests, who are also represented at the World Championships.
With Kentucky sire power leading the fray, one breeding right in Darley stallion Nyquist (Uncle Mo) realized a sale-topping $1.2 million from Don Alberto Corporation.
Offered as Hip 14, the breeding right was consigned by Bluegrass Thoroughbred Services.
“Nyquist right now is the top stallion with Gun Runner, Into Mischief and Curlin,” said Fernando Diaz-Valdes of Don Alberto. “Nyquist is a hot commodity. Everybody wants to breed to him. We need to send our top mares to top stallions, and Carlos [Heller of Don Alberto] wants to have the top stallion. That is why we wanted this and I think it was the right price.”
One hip earlier, a lifetime breeding right in WinStar stallion Life Is Good (Into Mischief) realized $775,000 from Fergus Galvin, acting as agent. Offered as Hip 13, the breeding right was consigned by Hill ‘n’ Dale at Xalapa.
Also drawing plenty of attention at Wednesday’s sale, a 2.5% fractional interest (breeding rights only) in Englishman (Maxfield) (Hip 9) drew a $650,000 final bid from Bourbon Meadows Farm. The likely favorite in this weekend’s GI Cygames Breeders’ Cup Sprint, the interest was consigned by Lane’s End, where the dual Grade I winner will stand upon retirement.
Upstart | Sarah Andrew
Rounding out the stallion prospects, a 2.5% interest in Airdrie Stud sire Upstart (Flatter) (Hip 12) brought $325,000 from AGT Bloodstock. The share was consigned by Claiborne Farm.
Representing the racing stock on offer, a 100% ownership interest in Group 3 winner Ballinea Star (Ire) (Space Blues {Ire}) (Hip 7) entered in Friday’s GI John Deere Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf sold for $650,000 to David Fennelly-Mountmellick Farm. The consignor was St George Sales, agent for Aguiar Racing.
Additional stock to sell on Wednesday:
Liam Smith (Midshipman) — 25% fractional interest in the 4-time winning 3-year-old colt entered in Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup Sprint sold for $250,000 to Madaket Stables. The consignor was Altamira Racing Stable.
Iron Man Cal (Collected) — 25% fractional interest in the 4-year-old GSW and GISP gelding entered in Saturday’s GI Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile sold for $200,000 to Meah/Lloyd Bloodstock, agent for Mike Iavarone’s TCC Stables. The consignor was Little Red Feather Racing and Madaket Stables.
“I like Billy Koch [of Red Feather Racing],” Iavarone said. “We hadn’t had a horse together in quite a while, so it was it was an opportunity really to partner up with him. I like the horse [Iron Man Cal]. The horse is nice. I think the horse got a tough assignment this weekend, but we’re going to have a really good time on Saturday together.”
Iavarone, who also purchased a 25% interest in Breeders’ Cup Sprint entrant Little Thunder (Noble Bird) in a post-sale transaction, acquired a 25% interest in Bentornato (Valiant Minister) at last year’s Championship Sale.
Three days later, Bentornato won the Breeders’ Cup Sprint.
After heading into yesterday’s sale with plenty of buzz, Group 1-scoring Miss Yechance (Ire) (Cotai Glory {GB}) failed to reach her reserve price of $3.075 million through the ring.
“This sale was held at Del Mar the past two years, so bringing it to the Bluegrass for the first time gave us an opportunity to showcase the event in the heart of horse country, and I think that elevated it to a whole new level,” Keeneland Vice President of Sales Tony Lacy said. “It was an incredible evening that showcased the best of the Thoroughbred world and served as the perfect addition to Breeders’ Cup Week. With the September Yearling Sale, Fall Meet and now this event leading into the Breeders’ Cup, Keeneland truly is the center of the Thoroughbred world. We’re thrilled to have welcomed this sale to Kentucky and look forward to building on this experience in the years ahead.”
Castleton Farm was the final offering of the Championship Sale in a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Keeneland and Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty. While bidding did not meet the property’s reserve, Castleton will remain on the market with Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty.
“We wanted the world to know about Castleton, and we believe this extraordinary collaboration accomplished exactly that,” said Ken Donworth, Listing Broker with Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty. “Shane Ryan and his family were willing to think outside the box, and the resulting collaboration and marketing campaign were unlike anything I’ve experienced.”
Keeneland President and CEO Shannon Arvin added, “We are grateful to Shane Ryan and his family for welcoming us to Castleton as the setting for the Championship Sale, and to Sotheby’s for their collaboration on this truly unique offering. Castleton provided a spectacular backdrop for an evening that celebrated Thoroughbred ownership and showcased Keeneland and Central Kentucky to a global audience.”
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read moreThoroughbred Owner, Breeder, Philanthropist Greg Goodman Passes AwayThoroughbred Owner, Breeder, Philanthropist Greg Goodman Passes Away
Thoroughbred Owner, Breeder, Philanthropist Greg Goodman Passes Away
Greg Goodman, whose many roles in Thoroughbred racing include his ownership of Mt. Brilliant Farm in Lexington, Ky., passed away Sunday in Houston, Texas after a battle with cancer. He was 72.
A native of Houston who attended the University of Texas in Austin and earned his degree from the University of Houston, Goodman purchased Mt. Brilliant Farm in 1995.
Goodman’s father Harold was an original partner in A.P. Indy. After Harold Goodman passed away in 1996, his son inherited five stallion shares in A.P. Indy, which served as a major foundation for the Mt. Brilliant breeding program.
Harold Goodman was also the founder of Goodman Manufacturing (later Goodman Global). The company produced flexible air ducts and registers, and the business expanded into central air conditioning and heating systems. Goodman Manufacturing grew into one of the largest privately held residential and light-commercial HVAC manufacturers in the United States, known for high-volume, low-cost production.
Goodman purchased the historic Mt. Brilliant property in 1995. Over the decades, he expanded the operation to roughly 1,400 contiguous acres in Central Kentucky. The expansion included acquiring neighboring Faraway Farm (formerly Man o’ War Farm), where he restored the historic stallion barn where Man o’ War once stood. In 2023, Goodman added the adjacent property where the legendary horse was originally buried and where his statue stood before its move to the Kentucky Horse Park.
Goodman bred, raised, and raced numerous high-caliber stakes horses both domestically and internationally. Mt. Brilliant was the breeder of 2016 GI Belmont Stakes winner Creator (Tapit). Mt. Brilliant also bred Gaming (Game Winner), the winner of the GI Del Mar Futurity, and three-time graded stakes winner Private Mission (Into Mischief). Another Mt. Brilliant success story was Nehro (Mineshaft), a horse it bred who finished second in the 2011 GI Kentucky Derby.
As of July, Mt. Brilliant’s broodmare band included 32 mares, 10 of which are graded stakes performers, and dams of six recent or current graded stakes horses. The family’s horses train across three continents, with Michael Stidham in the U.S., Sir Mark Prescott in Europe, and Gai Waterhouse in Australia.
At this year’s Keeneland September sale, Mt. Brilliant sold three seven-figure yearlings in a single session. The milestone was an emotional one for Goodman’s sons, Bo and Hutton, who noted that there father was in an ICU unit at the time battling his health issues.
“We’ve never done that before,” Hutton told the TDN at the time. “And it’s kind of emotional because it’s the first time in our lifetimes that our dad hadn’t been here with us.”
Under Goodman’s leadership, Mt. Brilliant expanded its operation to include a polo field. Mt. Brilliant hosts polo matches throughout the year, culminating in a tournament each September known as the Kentucky Cup.
A philanthropist, Goodman’s charitable work spanned education, the arts, the environment, healthcare, and equine welfare. His contributions to the industry have been recognized with the Robert N. Clay Award (2022), the William T. Young Humanitarian Award (2023), and the Allaire du Pont Leadership Award (2024).
In July, Goodman was selected by the Board of Directors of the Thoroughbred Club of America as the 2026 “Honor Guest.”
“The Thoroughbred Club of America is pleased to name Greg Goodman as our 2026 Honor Guest,” said Club President W. Chapman Hopkins. “The breadth of Mr. Goodman’s involvement in breeding, racing and land conservation efforts has left an indelible mark on the industry on the national and international stage. His impact on the Thoroughbred industry is matched only by his generosity in important philanthropic support, and we are honored to name him as our 2026 Honor Guest.”
On Wednesday, Breeders’ Cup Limited released a statement regarding Goodman’s passing. It reads in full:
“We are very saddened by the passing of H. Greg Goodman, whose extraordinary generosity, leadership, and unwavering commitment left an enduring mark on the Thoroughbred racing industry.
“Greg served with distinction as a Breeders’ Cup Member from 2014-2025, including impactful work on both our Racing and Nominations Committee and our Investment Committee. He brought wisdom, integrity, and a genuine passion for the Thoroughbred to everything he did. His contributions extended far beyond the boardroom, reflecting a profound dedication to the people, horses, and institutions that make our sport so extraordinary.
“Greg was not only a respected leader and passionate advocate for racing, but also a cherished friend to so many. His extraordinary generosity and philanthropy strengthened our community and improved the lives of countless individuals, and his legacy will be felt for generations to come.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Goodman family and all who had the good fortune to know him.”
Goodman is survived by his wife Becky, his four children, and 10 grandchildren.
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