History of Journalism (horse) in Timeline

Journalism is an American Thoroughbred racehorse known for multiple Grade wins. He secured victories in the 2025 Grade I Santa Anita Derby and the 2025 Preakness Stakes. Furthermore, he achieved second-place finishes in both the 2025 Kentucky Derby and the 2025 Belmont Stakes, marking him as a top contender in prestigious horse races.

2007: Curlin named American Horse of the Year

In 2007, Curlin, Journalism's sire, was named American Horse of the Year.

2008: Curlin named American Horse of the Year

In 2008, Curlin, Journalism's sire, was named American Horse of the Year.

2016: Mopotism places in Starlet Stakes

In 2016, Mopotism placed in the Grade I Starlet Stakes.

2017: Mopotism places in La Brea Stakes

In 2017, Mopotism placed in the Grade I La Brea Stakes.

2018: Mopotism wins La Canada Stakes

In 2018, Journalism's dam, Mopotism, won the Grade II La Canada Stakes.

2019: Mopotism places in Ogden Phipps Stakes and is sold

In 2019, Mopotism placed in the Grade I Ogden Phipps Stakes. Also in 2019, Don Alberto bought Mopotism for $1.05 million during Fasig-Tipton's The November Sale.

February 6, 2022: Journalism Foaled

On February 6, 2022, Journalism was foaled.

2023: Eclipse purchases Journalism

In 2023, Eclipse purchased Journalism for $825,000 at Fasig-Tipton's The Saratoga Sale.

March 31, 2025: Coolmore group joins Journalism ownership

On March 31, 2025, the Coolmore group joined Journalism's ownership with an agreement to stand him at Ashford Stud upon retirement.

2025: Curlin stands at Hill 'n' Dale Farms

In 2025, Curlin stood at Hill 'n' Dale Farms for $225,000.

2025: Multiple Grade Wins

In 2025, Journalism won the Grade I Santa Anita Derby and the Preakness Stakes. He also finished second in the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes in 2025.