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Gigante tabbed Va-bred Horse of the Year
On the strength of the biggest-ever win by a Virginia-bred at Colonial Downs, Gigante has been named state-bred Horse of the Year.
Gov. Wes Moore signs “Pimlico Plus” bill
Gov. Wes Moore on Thursday signed into law legislation that will enable the Pimlico Plus plan to move forward.
Charles Town cancels Jan. 6 card
With snow in the forecast for Thursday evening, Charles Town Races has canceled its Jan. 6 card, which was to be the first of the year.
Maryland Racing Commission headlines
In its first meeting of 2022, the Maryland Racing Commission took final action on corticosteroids, wrestled with the Laurel track surface, and more.
Wagering handle shows strong ’21 growth
Wagering handle in North America jumped more than 10% in 2021 to its highest level in over a decade, even as races and field size both declined.
Heavy rains force Laurel Park to cancel half of Thursday card
Sudden heavy rains forced Laurel Park to cancel races six through 10.
One Go All Go Virginia-bred of the the year for 2018
The 2018 Virginia-bred awards – topped by One Go All Go – take place Friday at Great Meadow.
Delaware Park upgrades to HD signal with help from Jockey Club
Using a grant fund administered by the Jockey Club, Delaware Park races will be sharper than ever before this year when broadcast in HD.
ARCI finds 99% “clear rate” in 2018 drug testing
Less than one tested equine sample in 100 came back positive in 2018, according to the Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI).
Colonial Downs newest NTRA member
Colonial Downs has joined the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, the group announced.
On proposed Lasix ban, Md. Racing Commission says: Not so fast
Any proposal to ban or limit Lasix use would need a regulatory change – and its say-so, the Maryland Racing Commission said.
Ken Wilson new Delaware Park track superintendent
Ken Wilson will take over his duties as Delaware Park track superintendent just in time for the new season.
For Emily Daignault-Salvaggio, saving horses and changing mindsets
After a horse she’d thought saved ended up in the kill pen, Emily Daignault-Salvaggio realized the fight for OTTBs isn’t just about saving horses, it’s about changing mindsets.
Opinion: Congress and “crazy stuff”
Yesterday’s Horse Caucus hearing revealed that even in Congress people who agree with each other tend to agree with each other, and also that racing continues to work at cross-purposes.
Tracks around the nation to hold PDJF fundraiser
Through a collaborative effort, tracks around the country are holding a Derby day fundraiser to raise money for the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund (PDJF).
Monmouth Park set for exchange wagering
Exchange wagering — allowing players to bet against each other — is set to be a reality at Monmouth Park next month.
Tim Ritvo guest lectures at U-Maryland
Stronach Group COO Tim Ritvo lectured earlier this week in a “Gambling in the new millennium” class at the University of Maryland.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance honorary Preakness postmaster
The Maryland Jockey Club has named the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance the honorary postmaster for the Preakness Stakes.
Kauai King, Dave’s Friend enter Maryland Hall of Fame
Kentucky Derby-Preakness winner Kauai King and top sprinter Dave’s Friend are the newest members of the Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame.
In Maryland, a search for “happy middle” in racing program
Days, field size, and handle are all up in Maryland. So why do some trainers feel like it’s so hard to find spots for their horses?
