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Ken McPeek named “Big Sport of Turfdom”
The Turf Publicists of America have awarded trainer Ken McPeek their Big Sport of Turfdom award for his cooperation with the media.
West Saratoga to be sold in Inglis Digital December
West Saratoga, a Grade 3 winner at two and Kentucky Derby runner at three, will be sold in the December Inglis Digital sale.
MTHA, MJC reach 11th-hour deal on way forward on Laurel track surface
An 11th-hour deal between the Md. Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and Md. Jockey Club provides a way forward for resolving safety concerns.
Maryland Racing Commission meeting could be lively affair
Tuesday’s emergency meeting of the Maryland Racing Commission, called to address recent equine fatalities at Laurel Park, may draw numerous horsemen.
Wanamaker’s April sale kicks off Thursday
Wanamaker’s will hold its April online horse sale starting Thursday, and the catalog is now available.
ARCI announces new chair, board members
The Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI) announced the election of its new board members and chairman today.
“Truth to Power” panel set for Apr. 21
The third “Truth to Power” virtual panel, focusing on diversity and inclusion in the Thoroughbred industry, is set for April 21 at 5:00 pm.
Laurel Park cancels weekend racing
With problems with the racing surface ongoing, Laurel Park will not race its scheduled cards this weekend, and racing will shift to Pimlico April 22.
Laurel: Workouts barred as MJC assesses surface
Laurel Park will not permit workouts “until further notice” as the Maryland Jockey Club assesses “cushion replacement options,” the company said.
MHBA Yearling show set for Aug. 1
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association has announced August 1 for the date of the annual MHBA Yearling Show.
VEA: Thoroughbred jobs returning to Virginia
A new study from the Virginia Equine Alliance (VEA) shows that the horse racing industry has an economic impact of more than $500 million in Virginia.
Chrome farewell, Bodexpress back, more: The week in social media
Preakness puzzle Bodexpress sets a record, dual Classic winner California Chrome heads abroad, and more, in the Week in social media.
Horse welfare and safety summit set for June 2020
The ninth annual Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit will take place June 23 at Keeneland, the Jockey Club announced today.
Md. Racing Commission pumps brakes on “house rules”
The Maryland Racing Commission Thursday announced a delay in implementation of its “house rules” to provide more time for public input.
Jockeys to support pancreatic cancer awareness
Under auspices of the Jockeys’ Guild, jockeys nationwide will support World Pancreatic Cancer Day November 21 by wearing purple armbands.
Racetrack operators form Thoroughbred Safety Coalition
The new Thoroughbred Safety Coalition includes leading racetrack operators — including The Stronach Group and NYRA — as well as Breeders’ Cup.
Upcoming sale, new stallions: The week in social media
A new stallion in PA, a Maryland stallion showcase, and the Fasig-Tipton Mixed Sale is nearly upon us, in the Week in social media.
West Virginia commission to take steps on equine safety
The West Virginia Racing Commission announced it willhire an equine medical director, establish a medical review board, and take other equine-safety steps.
Fasig-Tipton mixed catalog now online
The catalog for December’s Fasig-Tipton Midlantic mixed sale is now available online, with a supplement of horses of racing age to follow.
Boundtobebad, Normandy Invasion, Breeders’ Cup: The week in social media
Midlantic runners star in the Breeders’ Cup, Boundtobebad remains undefeated, and Normandy Invasion comes to PA, in the Week in social media.
