Tom McLaughlin, the track's Vice President of Facilities & Track Surfaces, says the Oldsmar oval has never looked better

Veteran wins first race since returning to action, ahead of doctor's prediction, following horrific multi-horse spill in September; nominations released for Dec. 16 stakes card; David Hinsley is Tampa Bay Brewing Company Trainer of the Month.

Lone 3-year-old in the field sets swift fractions and pulls away late to establish his bona fides for the $100,000 Turf Dash Stakes on Dec. 30.

Former jockey Jose Angel Garcia is hustling business for established veterans Huber Villa-Gomez and Javier Santiago, with an eye toward cracking the top 10 of the standings; veteran Jose Ferrer defies predictions of doctors, returns to action 11 weeks after incurring serious internal injuries.

Veteran takes a day-by-day approach marked by taking care of his body, working horses with a purpose, studying the form and replays and providing quality feedback to trainers.

Kathleen DeMasi-trained mare will now attempt to better last year's third-place finish in Lightning City Stakes on Dec. 30; one of three winners today for top jockey Daniel Centeno.

With an extensive background in Thoroughbred racing and the computer-based skills to deliver his knowledge in a timely and informative fashion, Luis Ocasio will open a new window onto the Tampa Bay Downs racing scene for Spanish-speaking fans.

Lightning City Prep, Tampa Turf Test races highlight Opening Day action on Saturday; most of top trainers, jockeys have returned.

Four horses with Tampa Bay Downs form have made it to Del Mar: turf star World Approval, crack sprinter Imperial Hint, Tom Proctor-trained turf mare Cambodia and 3-year-old filly Elate; Fernando De La Cruz to ride Bucchero in Saturday's Turf Sprint.

Long-time Tampa Bay Downs trainer Bobby Raymond is the first arrival as Oldsmar oval opens backside; training begins Nov. 6, Opening Day is Nov. 25.

Total purse money for the Grade II Lambholm South Tampa Bay Derby on March 10 increased to $400,000, helping to create seven-figure stakes payday; six other stakes receive additional money; track-record 28 stakes on tap.

Florida-bred 3-year-olds eligible for the Florida Sire Stakes events will compete for $450,000 in purse money, with two races Dec. 16 and two on May 5, which is Kentucky Derby Day.

Massive storm has already caused deaths, destruction.

Venezuela-born rider in the money on seven of eight mounts to claim top prize; more than 3,000 fans watch the lovable Corgis.

Ademar Santos rides three winners, but Samy Camacho stays close in points standings with a win, two seconds and two thirds; Corgi races after Saturday's card.

Two days of Thoroughbred action and concerts headlined by The Superstars featuring Ronnie D and the Soul Circus Cowboys -- plus high-spirited racing Corgis -- make the Oldsmar oval the place to kick off the long Independence Day weekend.

Familiar faces take home the hardware on the next-to-last day of the 2016-2017 meeting.

Fourth-largest crowd in track history enjoys all the trappings leading to the world's greatest Thoroughbred race; Edwin Gonzalez, Samy Camacho don't leave much for other jocks.

April hot streak leads to Tampa Bay Brewing Company recognition; four Tampa Bay Downs alums set to chase Kentucky Derby immortality.

Thoroughbred action Friday, Saturday and Sunday, plus simulcasts of Longines Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands, is what we've been waiting for...