Infield Insanity: Preakness debauchery through the years
The scene in the Preakness Infield may have evolved over the years but it still remains “The People’s Party.”
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Orb takes aim at the Preakness, the second leg of the Triple Crown
Kentucky Derby winner Orb is a heavy favorite to win the 138th running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday at Pimlico Race Course. If he bests the field of nine, Orb — who is co-owned by Baltimore county resident Stuart Janney III — will be one big step closer to capturing horse racing’s first Triple Crown since Affirmed in 1978. Look through photos of Orb leading up to the Preakness.
A Preakness Primer: 138 years of horses, hats and “high” society
Whether you’re preparing for this weekend’s trek to Pimlico, or just a little web curious about its impending horseplay, you should spend some time getting to know the rich and exuberant history of Preakness. Below is a side-by-side glimpse into the evolution of Preakness to give you a little taste of what an estimated 120,000 people should be expecting.
Orb wins 2013 Kentucky Derby
Orb, co-owned by Stuart Janney III, won Kentucky Derby glory Saturday — through the mud — in 2:02.89 to win by 261/27 lengths. Can Orb win the Triple Crown? He’ll have to prove himself again come May 18 at the Preakness Stakes in Baltimore, Maryland in the second leg of the thoroughbred racing competition. Weigh in on our FB page or in the comments section.
View more photos from the 139th Kentucky Derby.
Longtime Orioles usher Charlie Zill, battling lung cancer, honored at first-pitch ceremony, 7th-inning stretch
Battling lung cancer, Charlie Zill, the longtime Orioles usher celebrated by fans for dressing up in overalls and “Zillbilly” teeth and twirling a fake orange fiddle during the 7th-inning-stretch playing of “Thank God I’m a Country Boy,” just wanted to attend one more game. Wednesday night, he got that and more, throwing out the ceremonial pitch prior to the Orioles’ contest with the Tampa Bay Rays.
Tiger Woods at the Masters Golf Tournament
Look through photos of Tiger Woods at the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia. Adam Scott made a 12-foot birdie putt on the second playoff hole Sunday to beat Angel Cabrera, becoming the first Australian to win the Masters. Woods shot a 2-under 70 on Sunday to finish tied for fourth for the tournament at 5 under, four strokes out of the Scott-Cabrera playoff. Click to see full leaderboard
Charm City Roller Girls: glam, glitter and bruises
The Charm City Roller Girls roller derby team is used to bruises, fractures, sprains, tears, and all manner of pain. This is the price derby athletes willingly pay for the exhilaration of the sport. Women undergo a grueling 10-week boot camp to learn the basics before trying out for the league. It may take more than a year of mastering further skills to be drafted to a team. Roller Girls train hard for long hours to stay in shape, improve, and avoid injuries.
March Madness reviewed: Louisville Cardinals wins 2013 NCAA Men’s Championship
The Louisville Cardinals beat out the Michigan Wolverines 82-87 for the top basketball title in the 2013 NCAA Men’s Championship at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta Monday.
Look back at our March Madness in review at the dunks, dribbles and “do you believe it?” wins of the 2013 NCAA men’s basketball tournament.
Grand National Steeplechase, Europe’s most famous jump race, held in UK
The 166th running of the Grand National Steeplechase was held on Saturday in Liverpool, England. The world’s most famous jumping race, the Grand National features 40 horses and riders jumping 30 fences over a distance of almost four and a half miles. For spectators, the race is an excuse for some outlandish race day fashions and a chance to earn some major quid. Essentially, think of the Grand National as Britain’s Preakness or Kentucky Derby – with whatever that entails.
Opening day festivities at Oriole Park
Nothing says springtime like the opening day of baseball. On a bright sunny day the Orioles kicked off their home stand in a grand fashion as red-hot Chris Davis hit a grand slam home run to lead his team to a 9 to 5 victory over the Minnesota Twins. The fans arrived donning their best Orioles garb as they strutted orange and black. The standard fare of hot dogs and beer were consumed along with lots of other more exotic consumables. In the end the Orioles and their fans left the park a happy and content lot.
