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Fasig-Tipton fall yearling sale: By the numbers
As we always do before a Fasig-Tipton Midlantic sale, here’s our look at Tuesday’s sale, by the numbers.
Fasig-Tipton yearling sale set for October 1
A somewhat smaller Fasig-Tipton fall yearling sale will take place Tuesday, October 1 at the sales pavilion in Timonium.
Canter for a Cause signs up 270 riders
Canter for a Cause, which allows people to ride their horses at Pimlico while raising money for Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, has almost 300 signed up.
HISA seeks FTC approval for prohibited substance list
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has submitted a list of 1365 prohibited substances ahead of its Jan. 1 implementation.
Fewer mares bred in 2022 versus 2021
The latest Report of Mares bred shows a national decline in 2022, one even more pronounced in the Mid-Atlantic, which saw 11% fewer.
Jockey Club names Farish, Bramlage stewards
The Jockey Club has chosen two new members for its board of stewards: the veterinarian Dr. Larry Bramlage and breeder William Farish, Jr.
Jockey Club Round Table: “Clean is good for business”
Speakers at Sunday’s 68th annual Jockey Club Round Table — conducted remotely — called for a wide-ranging set of reforms to the sport.
Parx jockey said to be positive for Covid-19
A jockey at Parx Racing has tested positive for Covid-19, the track’s horsemen’s group said, but the track currently intends to continue racing.
MJC sets quarantine period for Colonial Downs jocks
The Maryland Jockey Club (MJC) will require jockeys who raced at Colonial Downs to quarantine until August 27 before riding at Laurel Park.
Colonial Downs cancels rest of 2020 meet
Colonial Downs’s 2020 meet came to an end today, when the track, and the state’s horsemen, decided to end the 2020 meet in the face of Covid-19 positives.
Off to the Races radio returns August 15
Off to the Races Radio returns August 8 with a show featuring jockey Chuck Lopez, handicapping with Derby Bill and more.
Deal struck to restart Maryland-bred stakes program
The Maryland-bred stakes schedule had been put on hold as policy makers worked to overcome a financial crunch caused by better-than-expected success in the state-bred program.
Delaware: Controversy brews in wake of decision on assistant starter
The Delaware Racing Commission decision not to impose further penalties on an assistant starter has angered some, including PETA — but cheered others, including some riders.
Delaware: No action against assistant starter
An assistant starter who video showed striking a fractious horse several times will receive no further discipline, the Delaware Thoroughbred Racing Commission stewards have ruled.
Justify dominant in NTRA Top Thoroughbred Polls
Triple Crown winner Justify received 36 of 37 first-place votes in the latest NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll.
Northam: New Colonial Downs to “put a lot of people to work”
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam on Friday held a ceremonial signing of legislation that will help reopen Colonial Downs for live racing in 2019.
Kentucky to offer “racecourse manager” program
Starting in the fall, the University of Kentucky will offer a racecourse manager certification to help develop the next generation workforce.
Injury stats, jockey safety on Grayson Racehorse Safety summit agenda
The Grayson-Jockey Club Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit will be June 27 at Keeneland and is open to the public.
At Stadium Authority meeting, pondering a future Pimlico
The Maryland Stadium Authority’s meeting on the future of Pimlico brought out a big group of ardent Old Hilltop fans, but the track is going to need more than enthusiasm.
Monmouth Park to accept first sports wagers Thursday
With a Supreme Court ruling and new law in place, New Jersey’s Monmouth Park will accept its first sports wagers on Thursday, the track announced.
