Thursday, December 22, 2011

#Christmas shopping got you stumped? ESPN says get a free virtual race horse online!

Fast Christmas toys for big boys

By Edward Bell
Digiturf.com
Archive

What do you get the man who has everything but would sacrifice his kingdom for a horse?

 

The obvious answer would be a horse, but unless he has a backyard the size of the Graceland, he might have to make do with a hamster. Now, we don't mean any disrespect to anyone who likes hamsters, because hamsters are perfectly respectable pets, if you like spinning vermin on a wheel in a cage, but hamsters don't carry the same weight of respectability as a horse when it comes to giving them away as gifts.

 

Even so, trying to find a decent horse within a week before Christmas and arranging its delivery, stabling and feed on such short notice would be a tall order, even if you had Oprah Winfrey making the phone calls herself. Fortunately, online shopping is so safe, secure and efficient nowadays that all you need is a credit card and to double-check that the payment gateway you are using is secure. And, believe it or not, horses are being bought, trained and raced online all the time.

 

You would want to visit Digiturf.com for this because they are the ones who pioneered virtual horse racing, and they provide an online platform for horse lovers to train and race their horses against other trainers in all sorts of simulated races for cash winnings, sponsorships and even prestigious championship titles like the Triple Crown Championships, Kentucky Derby Classic, Arlington Gold Cup and the Saratoga Sprint Championship. Digiturf.com has been in operation for ten years and their credentials are beyond reproach.

 

Giftwrapping a virtual race horse is easier than saddling one. All you do is download and print a picture of the horse, insert it into a card and pop it under the Christmas tree. You will need a valid email address to register a virtual horse racing stable on behalf of the recipient but you don't need to register any credit card details unless you want to.

 

Most importantly, you will need to choose a really great name for your horse and design some eye-catching racing silks so your jockeys stand out in their races. If this is a gift to yourself then you can start training and racing your horses straight away in free races, or, if it's a gift to someone else you could credit their account and give them their login details.

 

Now, don't look a gift horse in the mouth but Digiturf.com is a virtual horse racing game for grownups, so it is not suitable for minors under the age of eighteen, but that doesn't mean you can't tell people that you're giving someone special a horse for Christmas - you don't even have to tell them that it was free!

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Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Did you Google "Let it snow" today - try it, wait a few seconds then drag your mouse around the screen- hours of endless fun!

Did you Google "Let it snow" today - try it, wait a few seconds then drag your mouse around the screen- hours of endless fun!



Oh the weather outside is frightful, 
But the fire is so delightful,
And since we've no place to go,
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 

It doesn't show signs of stopping,
And I've bought some corn for popping,
The lights are turned way down low,
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

When we finally kiss goodnight,
How I'll hate going out in the storm!
But if you'll really hold me tight,
All the way home I'll be warm.

The fire is slowly dying,
And, my dear, we're still good-bying,
But as long as you love me so,
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 

Click on the Snowflakes to participate in the 'Merry Christmas' races!

Also click on the Gift to find out more about winning the Bonus Gifts!

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Saturday, December 17, 2011

Well I'll be damned, a talking dog, and other funny #horsejokes!


Horse Humor 

I thought since there were a lot of us that had difficult age changes and some rough randoms that this article might lighten the mood in digiland. 

The nuns at a small convent were happy to learn that an anonymous donor had left his modest estate to them. Each nun had been left $50 in cash to give away as she saw fit. 

Each nun announced how she would spend her bequest. Sister Catherine Ann decided to give her share to the first poor person she saw. 

As she said this, she looked out the window and saw a man leaning against the telephone pole across the street, and he indeed looked poor. 

She immediately left the convent and walked toward the man. He had obviously known better days. The good nun felt he had been sent by Heaven to receive her offering. 

She pressed the $50 into the man's hands and said, "Godspeed, my good man." 

As she left, the man called out to her, "What is your name?" 

Shyly, she replied, "Sister Catherine Ann." 

The following evening, the man returned to the convent and rang the bell. "I'd like to see Sister Catherine Ann," he said. 

The nun at the door answered, "I'm sorry, but I cannot disturb her right now. She's in the chapel. May I give her a message?" 

"Yes," said the man gleefully. "Give her this $100 and tell her Godspeed came in second at Belmont."

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One day, the Clerk of the Course spotted a trainer giving something to a horse just before the start of a race. He went over and said, "Doping?" The trainer said, "Indeed not, Sir. 'Tis just lump sugar. Look, I'll take a bit myself.....see?" The Clerk of the Course said, "Sorry, but we have to be careful. As a matter of fact, I like a bit of sugar myself." So the trainer gave him a piece. When the Clerk of the Course disappeared, the trainer gave his jockey his last minute instructions, "Don't forget the drill. Hold him in 'til the last four furlongs. Don't worry if anything passes you, it'll be me or the Clerk of the Course!"

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An old man lives in a small village. He is very poor and his only property is his humble house. One day, the man hears a voice saying, "George, if you want to be rich, sell your house, rent an apartment in the city and play the rest of your money at the track." The old man initially is very surprised, but he finally decides to do what the strange voice commands. He sells his house, and he rents an apartment in the city. When he is ready to play all of his money at the track, the voice comes again and says, "Bet all your money on horse number seven in the fourth race." The old man does exactly as directed, but his horse comes in last and the old man loses all of his money. "What is the meaning of this?!" cries george to the heavens. The strange voice says, "George, you know, I've just never been very lucky...but I sure do love to play!"

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There were these two horses standing at the bar. One said to the other "How ya doin?" ...other replied, "not so good...the other day I was in a race and there were so many GREAT horses and jockeys I figured 'screw it', I ain't runnin' this race and all of a sudden WHOOSH! UP MY REAR! and I won by a head."


The other horse said, "No kiddin' yesterday I was in a race and the same thing ...I figured 'screw it', I ain't runnin' and half way around the track...WHOOSH! UP MY REAR! and I won!"


This greyhound walks up to the two horses and says, "Scuse me but I couldn't help but overhear you guys. Just today I was in a race and there were so many great dogs I figured 'screw it' I ain't runnin' in this race. All of a sudden WHOOSH! UP MY REAR! and I won by a length!!"


One horse looked at the other and said, "WELL I'LL BE DAMNED, A TALKIN' DOG!!!"

Submitted by Susan's Stable
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Thursday, December 15, 2011

We interview Reddave after his Championship Series win!


Championship Series Interview with Reddave


What did it feel like for you to win your Championship Series?
I was in shock. When i realised what happened, i did a few backflips. Then i thought, these things must be easy to win, i can't see what the problem is! lol I've since learnt, they are the hardest things to win, so enjoy everyone you get. 

How optimistic were you about winning?
I didn't think i had a chance, but i got perfect distance and ground for the final, so i though i might have a slim chance. The rivals where Chrisman and Toc, I'd only played for a short time, but learnt quickly, they are hard to beat. 

What routines do you follow before the race ?
i usually look through the field and pick out all the horses i think can beat me. Once i realise there are 13 horses better, i usually just hope the others fall over in the running. When i won the first 1 i shared it with a mate. This season was a lot better as i spent it with the good blokes at traxide for the 3 days, they helped me to understand the game more, and taught me patience (well they tried)So I think we all enjoyed it. Sorry lee lol 

How do you prepare for a Championship Series & what advice would you give other trainers?
Trying to get the best horses i can into the finals to at least have a shot. You need to be in it to win it as Chrisman says. Hmm, advice? Well the first advice i'd give people is don't listen to me lol, get down to traxide and meet the guys down there, i owe a lot of what happened this season to them. 

What would you do differently in future Championship Series?
Nothing, try and get more horses in and maybe take the shoes off the other trainers horses. Do you think they would mind?
lmao 

How do you celebrate winning the Championship Series?
I celebrated with my mates at traxide, i spent a lot of the money buying horses for the following season. 

Final Comments?
Enjoy every final, it doesn't matter if you win or lose. Being able to get horses in is the best feeling. If you can make the 14 horse final, then you've already won as the game is full of great stables all trying to do the same. I enjoyed watching the the greats and future greats of the game. I'm hoping Rusty Princess gets to the top, and would be happy to see Toc Black Magic somewhere on the hall of fame also. Both are great trainers and great horses

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The L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate kicks off horse racing in South Africa for 2012!


A ROYAL MEETING OF ELEGANCE AND EXCELLENCE

L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate is the oldest and most prestigious horse racing event in South Africa.

The elite of South African horseracing will gather for the 151st running of the L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate at Kenilworth Race Course on 7 January, in a celebration of art, passion and equestrian excellence. The event will once again provide a fitting stage upon which SA’s greatest thoroughbreds. The L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate has distinguished itself as the most prestigious weight-for-age race in South Africa. It was first run in 1861 in honour of Queen Victoria. In January it will again bring together the most noble thoroughbreds in the country against an august backdrop of blue and white on a day of fine dining and world-class entertainment. The popular Style Lounge will include culinary delights from sushi to gourmet burgers and sandwiches, as well as a selection of the finest Anthonij Rupert Wines. There will also be a selection of vintage cars on display from one of the largest collections in the world, courtesy of the Franschhoek Motor Museum.


The L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate has captured the imagination of personalities and sporting icons alike, including the legendary Gary Player, Ernie Els, Bryan Habana, Schalk Burger, Jacques Kallis and Graeme Smith, as well as celebrities Francesca Cumani, Kitty Spencer, Joanne Strauss, and Jen Su.

In January, it will once again provide a fitting stage upon which South Africa’s greatest thoroughbreds can build their legacies. In honour of the great L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate, Digiturf.com will be sponsoring two WFA races with US$200.00 each. We like to think it is the perfect race to watch with a glass of L'Ormarins’ Optima red wine, which the race programmer describes as a rich combination of dark berry fruit and cherry tobacco nose with a hint of spice. It has an elegant full mouth feel, powered by rich fruit and classic Bordeaux characteristics. It has a good acidity and tannin structure for longevity.

Enter the L Ormarins Queens Plate WFA 2-7Y C or L Ormarins Queens Plate WFA 2-7Y F today.

Cheers to you and your horses winning their races! 

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Calling the top 20 highest earning colts on Digiturf.com "cartoon horses" is no joke!

  G1: | G2: | G3:  
  COLT | FILLY  
  EARNINGS | WINS  
TOP G1: COLTS BY EARNINGS
 
1
Horse I Am The King
 US$37,511.54
    Wins 212    
Owner: Sharkano
Age: Retired
343 102 30%
212 62%
2
Horse Mass Destruction
 US$30,737.90
    Wins 159    
Owner: Hot Wing
Age: Retired
395 158 40%
159 40%
3
Horse Salary
 US$29,027.20
    Wins 129    
Owner: PillButt
Age: Retired
324 151 47%
129 40%
4
Horse DontTellTheWife
 US$28,031.18
    Wins 251    
Owner: beamer03
Age: Retired
488 180 37%
251 51%
5
Horse Deadly Quiet
 US$27,588.71
    Wins 256    
Owner: WORLDWATER STABLES
Age: Retired
458 165 36%
256 56%
6
Horse Deadly Monster
 US$27,425.92
    Wins 219    
Owner: Ghozty
Age: Retired
473 196 41%
219 46%
7
Horse Ap Executioner
 US$26,008.49
    Wins 120    
Owner: Chrisman
Age: Retired
411 221 54%
120 29%
8
Horse King Of The World
 US$25,993.25
    Wins 136    
Owner: Ghozty
Age: Retired
375 174 46%
136 36%
9
Horse King Domination
 US$25,904.42
    Wins 187    
Owner: Black Lotus
Age: Retired
413 166 40%
187 45%
10
Horse Pan Tastic
 US$24,804.75
    Wins 209    
Owner: WORLDWATER STABLES
Age: Retired
388 151 39%
209 54%
11
Horse Irish Cream
 US$24,395.18
    Wins 155    
Owner: Tri M Fent Stables
Age: Retired
465 235 51%
155 33%
12
Horse Purple King
 US$24,025.16
    Wins 142    
Owner: Chrisman
Age: Retired
392 193 49%
142 36%
13
Horse Grudge
 US$23,667.51
    Wins 123    
Owner: PillButt
Age: Retired
304 148 49%
123 40%
14
Horse Secret Domination
 US$22,621.48
    Wins 205    
Owner: Black Lotus
Age: Retired
437 177 41%
205 47%
15
Horse Dan's Defiant
 US$21,692.77
    Wins 126    
Owner: Chrisman
Age: Retired
326 146 45%
126 39%
16
Horse Royal Clash
 US$20,212.09
    Wins 72    
Owner: PillButt
Age: Retired
257 142 55%
72 28%
17
Horse Golden Lineage
 US$20,095.54
    Wins 140    
Owner: Paris House
Age: Retired
322 123 38%
140 43%
18
Horse Zoolou
 US$17,651.37
    Wins 65    
Owner: PillButt
Age: Retired
153 59 39%
65 42%
19
Horse Domination Legend
 US$17,447.85
    Wins 124    
Owner: Black Lotus
Age: Retired
328 153 47%
124 38%
20
Horse Rusty Angel
 US$17,312.01
    Wins 115    
Owner: Black Lotus
Age: Retired
274 117 43%
115 42%

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