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Which Maryland jockeys are nearing milestones?
With jockey Victor Carrasco having reached 1,000 wins, who’s next? The Maryland jockeys nearing milestones and those with the most career wins…

Piassek: Industry must fill big gap in fan education
There’s plenty of info for the novice fan of horse racing. But what about those looking to take the next step: It’s the next big step in fan education.

Mid-Atlantic racing roundup, January 29, 2020
Your five-minute read to catch up on all the Mid-Atlantic racing action you may have missed over the weekend…

Sides spar in Horseracing Integrity Act hearing
A hearing on the Horseracing Integrity Act showed little industry agreement on the bill — but unanimity that the industry must act on equine safety.

Colonial Downs touts projected economic impact
The new Colonial Downs Group touted 2020 economic impact on Virginia that it projects will include thousands of jobs.

Victor Carrasco logs 1,000th career win
Maryland-based jockey Victor Carrasco earned the 1,000th victory of his career Sunday at Laurel Park just a day after getting to 999.

Horseracing Integrity Act to have subcommittee hearing
The Horseracing Integrity Act, which has splintered the racing industry, will have its first Congressional hearing January 28.

Unique Hoppertunity for a Pegasus Renaissance: The week in social media
The Pegasus World Cup takes a hit, Hoppertunity sires his first foal, and Maryland’s Renaissance Awards are upon us, in the week in social media.

Mid-Atlantic racing roundup, January 24, 2020
Your five-minute read to catch up on all the Mid-Atlantic racing action you may have missed over the weekend…

Bricks and Mortar earns Horse of the Year laurels
Bricks and Mortar, who ran the table and earned over $6 million in a perfect 2019 campaign, was named Horse of the Year at Thursday’s Eclipse Awards.