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Maryland-breds fared well at Fasig-Tipton yearling sale
The average value of Maryland-breds sold at Tuesday’s Fasig-Tipton yearling sale was up over 8% from 2023, helping the sale to hold its own.
Smaller Fasig-Tipton yearling sale topped by Maryland-bred
A slimmed down Fasig-Tipton Midlantic fall yearling sale saw the average hold steady and the median rise and was topped by a Maryland-bred filly.
Pimlico-Laurel project: Seeking “reasonable resolution”
With the 2023 legislative session fast approach, negotiators hope to find a “reasonable resolution” to major issues in the Pimlico-Laurel project.
Pimlico-Laurel project: The shape of things to come
Issues with the Pimlico-Laurel rebuilt project are forcing industry participants to consider a future structure that looks very different from the present.
Pimlico-Laurel project over budget, behind schedule. Now what?
Reports to the legislature show that the Pimlico-Laurel rebuild project is over budget and behind schedule. In a series, we examine why and what next.
Equibase pledges to improve troubled timing system
Its timing system under increasing fire, Equibase issued a statement briefly outlining how it intends to address criticisms.
Preakness to anchor all-stakes card
The October 3 Preakness will headline a card with nothing but stakes — 12 of them, seven graded — that caps off a weekend with stakes each day.
McConnell to offer new racing integrity bill
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell will introduce a new version of the Horseracing Integrity Act in September, but horsemen have claimed foul.
Off to the Races radio set for August 29
Off to the Races Radio returns August 29 with a lively show looking back at Friday’s big Charles Town races, looking ahead to next week’s Kentucky Derby, and more.
Maryland-bred bonuses trimmed for rest of 2020
The state Racing Commission Thursday agreed to trim Maryland-bred bonuses for the rest of 2020 to about 80% of prior levels, a result of the pandemic’s economic effects.
Northview, CT’s big night, more: The week in social media
Wellbourne Farms will take over Northview-PA, Charles Town hosts a big night, and more, in the week in social media.
Mandatory Pick 6 payout for closing day at Monmouth Park
Monmouth Park reaches the end of its 2018 meet this afternoon with a hefty $370k carryover in – and mandatory payout of – its Pick 6.
Doro: Move to Oaklawn “opportunity of a lifetime”
With racing secretary Jed Doro leaving his position, Delaware Park expects to make do through the end of this season October 20 before hiring a new racing secretary for 2019.
Delaware racing secretary Jed Doro to take role at Oaklawn Park
Delaware Park racing secretary Jed Doro will fill that same role at Oaklawn Park effective September 24.
Maryland to hub national Stronach 5 wager
The new Stronach 5 wager will feature five races from four different tracks — Laurel Park, Gulfstream, Santa Anita, and Golden Gate.
U-Maryland Equine Studies will halt breeding program
The University of Maryland’s Equine Studies program, which has produced several winners, will go on hiatus until it can find a sustainable funding model, the program announced.
Laurel Park set for promising fall stand
The 61-day fall meet at Laurel Park features 34 stakes worth over $3.4 million and opens on Friday, September 7.
Woodward hero Yoshida new to NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll
Turf-to-dirt Woodward winner Yoshida checked in seventh on the latest NTRA Top Thorougbhred poll.
MATCH Series: Final weekend to tell the tale
Three of five MATCH Series divisions and the overall championship are up for grabs with the final weekend looming September 15-16.
Delaware Park to have athletic trainer on-site
The addition of an athletic trainer at Delaware Park will enhance the safety and welfare of jockeys during the meet.
