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HISA touts second quarter decline in equine fatalities
Equine fatalities at tracks covered by HISA declined by 49% in the second quarter versus the same period a year ago, the organization announced today.
Jockey Club announces Round Table speakers
The 72nd annual Jockey Club Round Table Conference will take place August 1 in Saratoga and also be livestreamed.
Preakness attendance half of pre-pandemic levels. Why?
Attendance at Saturday’s Preakness was about half of what it had been before the pandemic. Why? Teresa Genaro asked some who came and some who didn’t.
$3.55 million horse drives record Fasig-Tipton sale
The most expensive horse ever sold in Maryland helped power the most successful auction held in Maryland, as the Fasig-Tipton 2yo sale topped $37 million.
Girvin filly tops day at Fasig-Tipton 2yo sale
A filly by first-crop sire Girvin brought a bid of $725,000 to pace the first day’s action at the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic 2yo sale.
Laurel Park to race without fans
Laurel Park will resume its live racing schedule Friday, but it will do so without having fans present, the Maryland Jockey Club announced.
Stronach Group: 60-Day “stand-down” for indicted trainers’ horses
The Stronach Group announced it will prevent horses formerly trained by several trainers indicted on Monday from running for a 60-day “stand-down” period.
Equine Injury Database: Rate of equine fatalites drops
The rate of equine fatalities dropped in 2019 to its lowest level since the creation of the Equine Injury Database, the Jockey Club reports.
Vets: Time off indicated for horses in Navarro, Servis barns
The indictments of Jason Servis, Jorge Navarro, and others have regulators and racetracks scrambling, while vets say their horses need a break, too.
Navarro, Servis among 27 indicted on federal charges
Trainers Jorge Navarro and Jason Servis were the biggest names among 27 indicted Monday on federal charges that they illegally doped racehorses.
WV legislature approves advance deposit wagering
After a decadelong fight, the West Virginia Legislature last week approved advance deposit wagering with four percent of handle going back to the industry.
MTHA election: Two camps see different circumstances
With all 15 board seats of the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (MTHA) up for election this year, the incumbent and insurgent slates see things very differently. Part 1 of 2.
TCA announces over $450,000 in grants
Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) today announced grants have been awarded to 71 non-profits that help racehorses and the people who care for them.
Fasig-Tipton shifts mixed sale back to December
The Fasig-Tipton mixed sale will switch back to its traditional December date after having been held in January the last two years.
“Bittersweet but excited,” Gabby Gaudet leaving Maryland Jockey Club
“It’s bittersweet, but I’m excited to see where the road leads me,” says Gabby Gaudet, whose final day at the MJC was July 16.
Pennsylvania equine industry on alert as state budget deadline looms
The Pennsylvania equine industry is working to ensure state legislators don’t raid racing’s share of slots money as the state tries to fill a budget deficit.
Virginia to launch new “certified” program
Virginia’s new certified program will reward horsemen who board horses at Virginia farms or training centers for six consecutive months before they turn three.
Weather event damages Charles Town barns
A weather event damaged three barns at Charles Town Races last night, but no equine or human injuries were reported.
Preposterous Parx Oaks fiasco reaches absurd ending
For wagering purposes, Miss Inclusive won the 2016 Parx Oaks. For purse money purposes, Eighth Wonder did. And for race records? Both of ’em won.
Va. Racing Commission talks new committees, racing venue
At its June 6 meeting, the Virginia Racing Commission learned of a potential new racing venue in the state and formed two new committees to take a hard look at the industry’s future.
