Legislation that would provide funding for the rebirth of the DC International — rebranded as the Maryland International — sailed through the legislature yesterday and now awaits the Governor’s signature.
Jockey Jevian Toledo benefited from a DQ in the Tesio — but was on the wrong end of one in the Weber City Miss, as A P Majetstic was placed first over his In the Navy Now.
After a head-bobbing battle, Awesome Speed was placed first via disqualification over Governor Malibu in today’s Federico Tesio Stakes.
Maryland Million Ladies champ Monster Sleeping made her first start of 2016 a winning one today at Laurel Park and is pointed to the April 16 Dahlia Stakes.
Michael Dickinson’s first starter in over eight years delivered the goods today in the form of a two-length win at Laurel Park. So why was he unhappy?
A published report indicates that Maryland Jockey Club ownership The Stronach Group is seeking to take over the racing operations of Parx Racing.
The 2015 equine fatality rate at Laurel and Pimlico dropped 37 percent from 2014 to its lowest level since 2011.
The Maryland State Fair and Agricultural Society and its Timonium neighbors signed an accord today that will allow off-track betting year-round.
Pieces are falling into place for the revitalization of the DC International, as legislation sailed through committee and a deal in the works would provide the race.
In her first start new connections, including trainer Todd Pletcher, Sophia’s Song romped to a six length win in the Caesar’s Wish Stakes at Laurel Park.
