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Preakness future wager to kick off Feb. 29
Back for its second year, the Preakness future wager will offer two separate pools, with the first kicking off Feb. 29.
Latest Equine Injury Database data released
The Jockey Club today released the latest data from the Equine Injury Database, which shows fatalities hovering near their lowest level.
MHBA announces board election results
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association (MHBA) announced the election of five board members who will serve three-year terms.
NTRA chief Alex Waldrop to retire
Alex Waldrop, longtime chief of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, will retire at the end of 2021.
Amplify Horse Racing launches mentorship program
The nonprofit Amplify Horse Racing has announced a mentorship program designed to connect young adults and Thoroughbred industry professionals.
Fasig-Tipton: Delay a complication, but catalog looks strong
The Fasig-Tipton 2-year-olds in training sale, kicking off Monday in Timonium, saw its last breezes delayed three days by weather, a complication consignors hope will be overcome by a strong catalog.
In the stands and infield, “the Preakness goes on”
The cool wet weather dampened everything but fans’ spirits at Saturday’s Preakness Stakes at Pimlico.
Five tips for picking a Preakness winner
New to the Preakness? Wondering how to pick a winner? Here are five tips to help you figure out who it’s going to be (or at least appear smart to your friends)!
Preakness odds through Friday’s racing
No surprise that Justify’s Preakness odds make him the favorite Friday evening, but one runner is getting unexpectedly pounded by bettors.
Fasig-Tipton sale to begin at 2:00
Next week’s Fasig-Tipton Midlantic 2-year-olds sale sessions will begin at 2:00 p.m. rather than 11:00 a.m. as originally scheduled.
Pimlico earns NTRA safety reaccreditation
On the eve of the Preakness, the NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance announced it has once again reaccredited Pimlico.
Racing industry workers cast a wary eye on the future
Anyone can see that the Thoroughbred industry faces challenging times. But that uncertainty feels a lot different to those who work in the racing industry.
Delaware Park refunds third race wagers
A tote malfunction forced Delaware Park to declare yesterday’s third race a non-wagering event and refund most wagers.
Delaware Racing Commission will change testing lab
Frustrated by the slow pace of testing and spurred by horsemen’s consistency concerns, the Delaware Racing Commission voted to change its drug testing lab.
Delaware trainers receive penalties in Robaxin cases
Racing Commission stewards have imposed fines, points against Delaware trainers Jonathan Sheppard and Scott Peck, though Peck’s case is on appeal.
Treasury Department will consider NTRA tax proposal
The Treasury Department will consider a proposal, spearheaded by the NTRA, to clarify tax regulations in a way that would benefit horseplayers.
NTRA will hold federal legislative forum in Saratoga
The NTRA will hold a federal legislative forum for “industry stakeholders and other interested parties” in Saratoga this Thursday.
State-breds spotlighted on West Virginia Breeders’ Classic night
The $500,000 West Virginia Breeders’ Classic will highlight a full card of state-bred racing at Charles Town Races October 18.
Delaware Park will reduce some overnight purses
Higher level races will see a purse reduction at Delaware Park as the track adjusts for reduced funding from its under-pressure casino.
Delaware horsemen concerned by positive drug tests
Recent positive drug tests against widely respected trainers have Delaware horsemen worried about new medication policies and the state’s new testing lab.
