On a late August Saturday afternoon, two horses showed their greatness. One, California Chrome, a veteran, champion, and all-time leading money winner, and two, Songbird, an unbeaten three year old filly. California Chrome won the Pacific Classic at Del Mar Race Track. He faced a ton of talent in the race that included Dortmund and the amazing veteran filly Beholder. California Chrome made it look easy. On the east coast, Saratoga Race Track has been dubbed the graveyard

This past weekend horse racing fans got the chance to see some amazing horses. On the East Coast at the opening weekend of Saratoga Race Track, Songbird won the Coaching Club American Oaks. She looked great and Mike Smith, her jockey, didn't have to ask too much of her. Songbird is expected to run later in August in the Alabama Stakes. I think there she will show us that she can handle a mile and quarter and after that she may be ready to take on the boys later in the fall