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Winner of Whitham Thoroughbreds Grade 1 Burnham Square who has not played since he first tried playing on grass in late August, will remain on grass when he launches his 4-year-old season on February 28 in an optional claimer for an allowance at Gulfstream Park. The Ian Wilkes-trained Burnham Square placed post 8 in an […]
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority announced the publication of new equine health advice on February 26, identifying the main risk factors associated with fatal proximal hindlimb fractures in Thoroughbreds. The advice, which is based on data from the HISA portal, provides practical guidance for trainers and veterinarians on how to help prevent these catastrophic […]
Jessica Paquette, track announcer and director of public relations for Parx, has been named president of the Turf Publicists of America (TPA) for 2026 and 2027. The announcement was made by outgoing president Najja Thompson, executive director of the New York Thoroughbred Breeders, who will remain on the board as vice president. At the same […]
Coady Media is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 Equine Pro/Am Photography Competition, created to discover, showcase and support emerging talent in equine photography. The competition is open to both professional and amateur photographers and provides participants with a dynamic platform to showcase their work and gain valuable exposure in the equestrian and […]
This year’s Pennsylvania-Bred Stakes Schedule offers $1.7 million in prize money across 20 stakes races. Wagering will take place at all three Pennsylvania racetracks. From April 22 Parx Racing will feature three Pennsylvania-bred stakes, including the $75,000 Wait for It Stakes for 3-year-old runners from Pennsylvania, which was carried forward beginning in December 2025. The […]
With nominations for the $500,000 Virginia Derby that closes on Wednesday, February 25, Ocelli and Grade 3 winner Incredibolt have emerged as likely starters. The 1 1/8-mile Virginia Derby will be held on Saturday, March 14, culminating in the three-day Colonial Downs meeting, which runs from Thursday, March 12 through Saturday, March 14. Held seven […]
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and the Maryland Horse Breeders Association, in partnership with the Maryland Jockey Club, will present the 2025 Maryland Thoroughbred Industry Renaissance Awards at a luncheon on March 22 in Laurel Park. The event will take place at 11:30 am in the circuit’s Terrace Dining Room. “This event represents the heart […]
The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced the launch of the Belmont Park Membership Program, a new hospitality offering that will be available to fans when the new Belmont Park opens later this year. Created to provide guests with an elevated race day experience, a Belmont Park membership combines the traditional atmosphere of […]
The 2025 California-bred Horse of the Year will be announced at the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association Awards Dinner and Annual Meeting on March 2 at the Le Meridien Hotel in Arcadia, California. The finalists for Horse of the Year are, in alphabetical order: Lovesick blues , Man O Rose And Om N Joy . 2025 […]
Last Wednesday, The Ed Brown Society (EBS) launched the Ed Brown Veterinary Cohort (EBVC), with the first session of a new veterinary-focused virtual speaker series. The session was attended by 27 students, including several Ed Brown Scholars, Fellows and Student Network members. This initiative is designed to provide profession-specific exposure and mentorship to Ed Brown […]
