Horse Racing News on June 28, 2012

Trainer Mike Mitchell will undergo surgery June 29 to remove a brain tumor that was diagnosed early this week, according to Daily Racing Form reports.

Churchill Downs officials will adjust their post times and race exclusively in the evening for the final three days of its 138th spring meet due to looming near-record triple-digit heat in the forecast for Louisville, Kentucky.

Little Mike will try to make it consecutive Grade 1 victories on turf when he makes his California debut in the $300,000 Shoemaker Mile June 30 at Betfair Hollywood Park.

The Factor, making his first appearance since the Dubai Golden Shaheen three months ago, and defending champion Smiling Tiger headline the field for the $250,000 Triple Bend Handicap June 30 at Betfair Hollywood Park.