Horse Racing News on December 12, 2013

Lucayan gets back on firm ground in the $250,000 Hollywood Turf Cup Dec. 14 at Betfair Hollyood Park still seeking his first North American victory following six earlier chances.

The Maryland Jockey Club has increased the purse for the Preakness Stakes from $1 million to $1.5 million, it was announced Dec. 12.