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Fifth Circuit again rules HISA unconstitutional
For the second time, the US Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled HISA unconstitutional, this time because of its enforcement mechanism.
Delaware Park shifts July 6 card to July 8
Saturday’s Delaware Oaks day card at Delaware Park has been canceled because of the heat and will be run instead July 8.
Judge tosses lawsuit challenging horseracing integrity act
A judge on Thursday tossed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the federal Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act.
Midlantic rate of equine fatalities dropped in 2021
In the just-released Equine Injury Database stats, the reporting Midlantic tracks continued steady progress as equine fatalities hit their lowest level yet.
Equine fatal injury rate dipped in 2021
Just-released data from the Equine Injury Database shows that the rate of fatlities dipped to 1.39 per 1,000 starts in 2021, the lowest it’s ever been.
Robb appeals stews’ Geisha decision to Commission
Jerry Robb, trainer of Geisha Stakes runner-up Anna’s Bandit, has appealed the stewards’ decision not to disqualify winner Artful Splatter for interference.
Delaware Park announces 2020 racing dates
Delaware Park has announced its 2020 live racing dates and will kick off its season May 27, with the Delaware Handicap set for July 11.
Maryland Horse Industry Day set for Jan. 22
Maryland Horse Industry Day will take place in Annapolis Wednesday, Jan. 22, marking the sixth year that equine interests have gathered to spread the word.
Mint Mission stunner, Derby trail runner, Unique Bella babe: The week in social media
Champion runner Unique Bella has a foal, Mean Bean stuns the Mint Mission, and Monday Morning Qb hits the Derby trail, in the week in social media.
Virginia Equine Alliance renews point-to-point bonus
The Virginia Equine Alliance will this year bring back its popular starter reward program for horses participating in point-to-point races.
Equibase to purchase timing assets of American Teletimer
Equibase will purchase all of the timing assets of American Teletimer Corp., putting the former in charge of timing at dozens of American racetracks.
At Monmouth, holding on in troubled times
Monmouth Park horsemen and area breeders have fingers crossed, but with fewer days likely in ’17, optimism is in short supply.
Md. Commission rejects Bailes appeal on weighty matter
For want of four pounds, trainer Robbie Bailes and Concordia’s Way will lose a $31,000 purse, the Maryland Racing Commission decided today.
Schedule set for Secretariat Birthday Celebration
A 47th birthday celebration for the legendary Secretariat will take place in late March at his birthplace, The Meadow Event Park, in Virginia.
Monmouth unveils $3.7 million stakes schedule for ’17
With its season to open May 13, Monmouth Park’s 2017 stakes schedule will again be anchored by the Grade 1 Haskell Invitational.
Breeders’ Cup reps to visit Laurel Park
Representatives of Breeders’ Cup next month will visit Laurel Park, which is angling to host the event in 2020 or 2021.
Laurel Park to host Fantasy Owners’ Day
Want to experience the thrill of owning a racehorse (without the risk)? Check out Laurel Park’s Fantasy Owners’ Day March 18!
WV interests to seek EquiLottery legislation
Racing interests in West Virginia, through WV Racing United, will seek legislation to allow EquiLottery games as part of the state lottery.
Big handle on Fritchie day
Wagering handle on Saturday’s Fritchie card at Laurel Park was over $4.9 million – nearly 70 percent above the same day last year.
No equine medical director? It’s enough to make you BRFA
Supporters have withdrawn legislation to give Maryland an equine medical director. Why? Blame BRFA.
