Parx to toughen house rules against med violators
Parx Racing will revoke stalls from repeat medication violators and trainers involved in hiding ownership interests under new rules to go in effect June 1.
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Report: Stronach Group looking to take over Parx racing ops
A published report indicates that Maryland Jockey Club ownership The Stronach Group is seeking to take over the racing operations of Parx Racing.
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Parx “fall festival” purses slashed
Starting Sunday, Parx Racing will slash its Fall Festival purses by about 40 percent. Still higher than normal, the new purse levels will continue to year-end.
Read More Parx – and horsemen – prep for massive “Festival” purses
A rehabbed paddock and walking ring — oh, and massive purse increases — will greet horsemen during Parx Racing’s fall festival, starting August 29.
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Parx changes draw generally positive response
Parx Racing’s plan for a $20 million “Fall Festival” – coupled with reduced racing days – has received a generally (but not entirely) warm response.
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Parx jockeys boycott March 21 card
Amid a bitter dispute over Parx Racing;s demand that they sign an insurance waiver, most of the track’s jockeys intend to boycott Saturday’s card.
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Racetrack ejections a powerful – but localized – tool
If Juan Vazquez was ejected from Maryland’s tracks, why is he entering horses elsewhere? The answer points to the strengths and weaknesses of ejection itself.
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New Parx racing secretary Sam Elliott sees “untapped potential”
Sam Elliott’s first visit to Parx Racing was to interview for his new job there, as racing secretary. He’s excited about the untapped potential he sees.
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