Race for the Crown

A Review, By Bill Finley Whether it was 60 Minutes, the FX Network, HBO or some other programs, the television media has bludgeoned the horse racing game in recent years. The great parts of this game barely get mentioned while the programs concentrate on the ugly aspects, namely breakdowns and drugs. So it was reasonable to be worried that more of the same was on its way when Netflix announced it was producing a racing documentary called 'Race For The Crown.' But this show, which includes six episodes, isn't like...

Netflix is set to roll out a new six-part series called "Race For the Crown," which will debut on the streaming platform Apr. 22, the service provider said in a press release on Wednesday. From the producers of "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" and "SPRINT," the series offers a window into the world of professional horse racing. With exclusive access to jockeys, trainers, and owners, "Race for the Crown" is intended to be an inside look at the high-stakes quest to win across the Triple Crown. Included are interviews with...