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Maryland modifies Pick 5 configuration
The Maryland Racing Commission today approved both the early and late Pick 5 wagers having carryover potential.
Documentary focuses on improbable Smarty Jones journey
With Smarty Jones now a finalist for the national racing Hall of Fame, a free documentary chronicles his improbable tale.
Fasig-Tipton June sale topped by Vekoma colt
A colt by promising young sire Vekoma fetched a top bid of $150,000 to headline the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic June 2yo sale June 25.
Fasig-Tipton June sale set for Tuesday
It’s last call for 2024 two-year-old sales, and the Fasig-Tipton June sale will send several dozen juveniles onto the next phase of their careers.
Charles Town announces racing office promotions
Charles Town Races announced several promotions, including that of new racing secretary Anna Hibbard.
Fasig-Tipton adds supplemental entries to 2-year-old sale
The Fasig-Tipton Midlantic 2-year-olds in training sale, set for immediately after the Preakness, has added 28 supplemental entries.
Talking Derby on Off to the Races Radio
Off to the Races Radio returns Saturday, May 6 with its Maryland and Virginia editions: Kentucky Derby chatter, handicapping and more.
Amended HISA is constitutional, district court rules
A district court ruling that the amended Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA) is constitutional likely sends the case back to the Fifth Circuit.
Jevian Toledo named Guild’s Jockey of the Week
Jockey Jevian Toledo, who posted three stakes wins on a four-win Saturday at Laurel Park, is the Jockeys’ Guild’s Jockey of the Week.
What’s being done to Laurel Park track: “A good cushion serves one purpose”
To hear horsemen tell it, track man John Passero has worked wonders in a short time at Laurel Park. What’s he doing that’s made such a difference?
The Racing Biz, Baltimore Banner announce Preakness partnership
The Racing Biz and The Baltimore Banner today announced an editorial partnership focused on this year’s Preakness coverage.
Charles Town to pay out Pick 6 April 1
Charles Town Races will have a mandatory payout of its Jackpot Pick 6 on Friday, April 1, the track announced.
Art of Racing winner named
MICA student Theresia Zhang was chosen as winner of The Art of Racing contest, her artwork chosen among 147 entered.
MATCH Series to kick off April 16
The MATCH Series will return this year, kicking off April 16, featuring four divisions and four racetracks.
Baffert request for delay of suspension denied
Trainer Bob Baffert’s request to have his 90-day suspension delayed until appeals are resolved has been denied by a Kentucky court.
Dr. Fred Lewis, owner and breeder, passes
Dr. Fred Lewis, longtime Maryland breeder and owner whose stakes winners included Katie’s Love and Celtic Katie, died March 13 at 95.
Fasig-Tipton catalogs 18 for March digital sale
The first Fasig-Tipton Digital sale kicks off today and runs through midday March 22, and it includes 18 horses, among them a stallion season.
Wanamaker’s calendars March sale
The next Wanamaker’s online horse auction will take place March 24, with 19 horses slated to be sold.
NTRA releases Top Thoroughbred Poll
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association today released its weekly Top Thoroughbred Poll.
HISA adds to racetrack safety committee
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s Board of Directors has elected Dr. Noah Cohen to its Racetrack Safety Standing Committee.
