Dallas Stewart Archives - Lady and The Track
Saints Fan Carving a Louisiana Route to Derby
December 26, 2016 | Casey LaughterBy Casey Laughter Earlier this month a promising 2-year-old colt named Saints Fan kept his undefeated record in tact by winning his second start. The colt is both owned and trained by Dallas Stewart, who is notorious for a lot of good things as a conditioner, but longshots finishing in the runner-up slots in Triple […]
Seeking the Soul a Viable Longshot in Belmont Stakes
June 9, 2016 | Reinier MacatangaySeeking the Soul a Viable Longshot in Belmont Stakes by Reinier Macatangay: Go ahead and laugh at the headline. Seeking the Soul, who recently broke his maiden at Churchill Downs, can win the Belmont Stakes (GI) on Saturday, or at least hit the board. The case will be made below for the 30-1 shot. Trained by Dallas […]
Tale of Verve Looks to Go the Distance in Belmont Stakes
June 1, 2015 | Jessica SmithTale of Verve Looks to Go the Distance in Belmont Stakes: Upon his entry into this year’s Preakness field, most people wrote off Tale of Verve as a hopeless longshot. The Dallas Stewart-trained colt proved to be much more, however, finishing second to American Pharoah, albeit seven lengths behind that mud-loving superstar. With the approaching […]
Tale of Verve Needs Pace in Preakness Stakes
May 12, 2015 | Reinier MacatangayTale of Verve Needs Pace in Preakness Stakes: Initially, racing fans laughed at the notion of Tale of Verve entering the Kentucky Derby under the “also eligible” list. After late drama over extra spots opening, the colt scratched. Now, Tale of Verve finds his way to the list of expected Grade I Preakness Stakes starters on […]
I’m a Chatterbox the Versatile Choice for 2015 Kentucky Oaks
April 28, 2015 | Reinier MacatangayI’m a Chatterbox the Versatile Choice for 2015 Kentucky Oaks: Despite not owning a Grade I win, I’m a Chatterbox stands as the most reliable pick in the GI Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs on Friday, run at nine furlongs. The Munnings filly proved versatile and consistent in her past performances, as she comes into this […]
Bayou Beauties and Blazing Horses at 2015 Louisiana Derby
March 26, 2015 | Lizzy ParkBayou Beauties and Blazing Horses at 2015 Louisiana Derby: The 2015 Louisiana Derby will be run on Saturday, March 28, at the Fair Grounds Race Course. The Louisiana Derby is one of the biggest hurdles to overcome for thoroughbred horses making their way down the Kentucky Derby Trail. Worth $750,000 and 100 points to the […]
Mr. Z May Defeat International Star in Louisiana Derby
March 26, 2015 | Reinier MacatangayMr. Z May Defeat International Star in Louisiana Derby: Few horses have disappointed more in recent months than Mr. Z. After losing as the favorite in the ungraded Smarty Jones and Grade 2 Southwest, both at Oaklawn Park, Mr. Z lost supporters with his apparent distaste for winning. In fact, Mr. Z ran ten times in […]
Belmont Stakes 2014; Commanding Curve Runs His Own Parade
May 29, 2014 | Trixie HammerBelmont Stakes 2014; Commanding Curve Runs His Own Parade: As Commanding Curve prepares for the 146th Running of the Belmont Stakes, by lying down and taking long naps, the three-year-old colt peaks interest amongst the fans and experts as one of the biggest threats to California Chrome’s potential Triple Crown victory. Founder and President of […]
Kentucky Oaks 2014; Unbridled Forever Pretty in Pink
April 26, 2014 | Trixie HammerKentucky Oaks 2014; Unbridled Forever Pretty in Pink: Unbridled Forever is a strong contender on the leader board for the Longines Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2014. The three-year-old is in 11th place with a total 30 leader board points. The filly is pretty in pink displaying the official 140th Kentucky Oaks towel […]
Belmont Stakes 2013: Golden Soul
June 3, 2013 | Trixie HammerThe Belmont Stakes is set to take place on Saturday June 8, 2013 at Belmont Park in Elmont, NY. Golden Soul is scheduled to fly to New York on Tuesday after a light jog at Churchill Downs to compete in the Belmont Stakes. Golden Soul may have what it takes to win the third and […]