The Lexington leg of the Real Rider Cup welcomed 30 horse and rider combinations along with hundreds of spectators to New Vocations at Mereworth Farm on June 28th, 2025.…

Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…

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From fast to firm, learn what the track conditions mean and how they affect Thoroughbreds on race day and beyond.…

Named in memory of beloved chief steward Bill Kraatz, the Ambassador Award recognizes a Thoroughbred Makeover graduate horse that has gone on to serve as an ambassador for the athleticism and trainability of the retired racehorse in its career beyond…

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) is seeking proposals for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the Thoroughbred Makeover.…

2025 Trainers, I apologize for the wordplay, but we are only 142 days away from the start of the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and it really is time to make sure you have all of your ducks in a row! We…

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The 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover takes place on October 8-11 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.…

Sponsored by Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation. Originally recorded May 5, 2025.…

The pony horse and rider play an essential part in keeping things running smoothly at the racetrack.…

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The Real Rider Cup (RRC) organizing committee today announced dates for the annual charity show jumping competition: Saturday, June 28th in Lexington, KY and Saturday, October 18th in Fair Hill, Maryland.…

Makeover Trainer, April showers, indeed! We give you permission to take a quick break from training your Makeover prospect and dry off while you catch up on this month’s newsletter. What follows are important reminders, opportunities, and updates for all…

The acronym doesn’t refer to a specific breed, but a classification within the breed.…

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) will have a presence at Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event on April 24-27 at the Kentucky Horse Park!…

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Get to know the Thoroughbreds taking on the 5* and 4* divisions at this year’s Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event!…

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The Vendor Fair runs throughout the competition, October 8-11, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.…

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Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…

Hello 2025 trainers, Staying in the loop Our staff will keep Makeover Trainers aware of any upcoming opportunities or changes primarily through emails like this one. It is very important that you regularly check your email for communications from RRP…