Virginia Gold Cup makes a bet on wagering

Virginia steeplechase racing draws big crowds, and the Virginia Gold Cup is hoping to turn those throngs into bettors. Nick Hahn looks into an initiative with widespread industry support but nevertheless an uncertain future.

Hot Stuff! Colonial Downs sets turf course aflame — for safety

By Nick Hahn From the grandstand, the inner oval at Colonial Downs looks more like Richmond International Raceway than the Secretariat Turf Course.  When standing on it, however, you know you’re not on asphalt. J.D. Thomas, the track superintendent at Colonial Downs, held his 2nd annual Bermuda barbeque last week, torching the dead material on […]