And Down The Stretch They Come - Horse Racing

It's been a rough couple of weeks for the 2012 Arc field; Nathaniel is the latest horse to be declared out of Europe's biggest race.

A summary and results of the weekend stakes action, including the Group 1 Irish Champions Stakes and the Group 1 Matron Stakes from Leopardstown.

Three-year-old German filly Danedream wins the 2011 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.

A look at the entries, post positions and best odds for Sunday's Group 1 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp in Paris, France.

A preview of Sunday's Group 1 Prix de lArc de Triomphe at Longchamp in Paris.

A look at the items making news leading up to this Saturday's running of the Grade 1 Travers Stakes at Saratoga

A look at items making news around the world of horse racing.

A look at the entries, draw and odds for the Group 1 Coral-Eclipse Stakes at Sandown on Sunday.

I've been away from the computer for a couple of days; the holiday season always seems to bring about hectic days and weeks, along with it some severe weather to contend with.  I know that much of...