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Aftercare grants made to 83 groups
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced today it had made more than $4 million in grants to 83 accredited organizations.
MTROA: Pimlico plan may preserve current track layout
Maryland’s MTROA may jettison its plan to rotate the Pimlico racing strip, saving the historic track and a substantial amount of money.
Thoroughbred Owner Conference to be virtual in ’23
OwnerView’s Thoroughbred Owner Conference will take place as a series of free virtual panels over the course of 10 months this year.
Cody’s Wish gets NTRA Moment of the Year
The heartwarming story of Cody’s Wish has been voted the 2022 FanDuel Racing-NTRA Moment of the Year.
Charles Town releases ’23 stakes schedule
Charles Town today unveiled a stakes schedule featuring the $1 million Charles Town Classic and the G3 Charles Town Oaks, with an increased purse.
Judge deals setback to NJTHA suit
A judge has rejected a New Jersey Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (NJTHA) effort to collect “bad faith” damages in a sports betting case.
Fasig-Tipton mixed sale slides after big 2019
After an enormous 2019 jump, the Fasig-Tipton mixed sale found itself back in more familiar territory Tuesday in Timonium.
ARCI toughens riding crop rule
With debate about the use of the riding crop becoming more widespread, the Racing Commissioners International (ARCI) has enhanced its crop rule.
Fasig-Tipton Mixed sale by the numbers
It wouldn’t be a Fasig-Tipton Mixed Sale if we didn’t break it down by the numbers. Hey, how many grays are there, anyway?
Fasig-Tipton Mixed offering “quality opportunities”
Tomorrow’s Fasig-Tipton Midlantic mixed sale offers, quite literally, something for every buyer, from weanlings to broodmares.
Trevor McCarthy, Katie Davis moving to NY
Jockeys Trevor McCarthy and Katie Davis will shift their tack to New York for the Aqueduct winter meet, Davis said on social media.
Midlantic stakeholders adopt equine safety “strategic plan”
Mid-Atlantic regulators, racetrack operators, and horsemen have adopted a strategic plan to reduce equine fatalities.
Fasig-Tipton, OBS, Keeneland to ban bisphosphonates in young horses
Three major sales companies — Fasig-Tipton, OBS, and Keeneland — have announced they will ban off-label bisphosphonates effective July 1.
Midlantic stakeholders call for bisphosphonates ban
Mid-Atlantic horsemen’s groups and regulators have called for a ban on bisphosphonates in young horses.
Industry must adapt, improve messaging, Durenberger says
In a presentation at Laurel Park, regulatory vet Jennifer Durenberger called on the Thoroughbred industry to craft a coherent, consistent message.
Longtime Maryland trainer Bill Wolfendale passes
Trainer Bill Wolfendale, 74, a winner of 1,670 races, passed away March 19.
Delaware Commission names new stewards
The Delaware Thoroughbred Racing Commission announced the appointment of a new state steward and a new safety steward for the 2019 season.
Alwaysmining, PA claiming, and Old Hilltop: The week in social media
Another score for Alwaysmining, revised claiming rules in Pennsylvania, and whither PImlico: the week in social media.
Baltimore suit could have profound impact on racing industry
IF successful, Baltimore’s lawsuit would leave the city in charge of Pimlico and the Preakness – and could spike Stronach Group plans to transform Laurel.
Off to the Races podcast: Pimlico and the future of Maryland racing
We talked with two folks, one a PImlico supporter, one an advocate of the Laurel “super track” plan, to delve deeper into the differing perspectives.
