Just a sliver of Rachel’s devoted Facebook following huddles up,, hands on hands.

Afleet Express meets his conductor in the winner’s circle.

HUUUUUUUUGE Weekend!!! Sensory overload!!

She doesn’t need your help.

Sidney’s Candy, Hosstradamus, Johnny V’s Whitney ride, the Skulkers. Back on the E Train…

Underground and Churchill-bound.

Under broiling conditions at Monmouth Park, Rachel Alexandra tally-hoed the Queen Martha and then galloped out strongly in preparation (I think) for the August 29 Personal Ensign at Saratoga. The Personal Ensign would be the Horse of the Year’s first attempt at the classic 10-furlong distance. The nine-furlong, ungraded Lady’s Secret was Rachel’s second straight win but the water gets deeper from here. Probably all Grade Is ahead.

Charted territories.

My favorite horse coach.

On Calvin and other fun guys.

The mothers of all mothers.

Tells you his story.

Please join Andy Serling, Jenny Kellner, Teresa Genaro and me as we begin our blogging of the dirt road to this year’s Belmont Stakes.