The awards will be presented in 17 categories and will be televised live on FanDuel TV, Racetrack Television Network, and streamed on multiple outlets. Tickets go on sale Nov. 18. Source
Month: September 2024
Woodbine Celebrates ‘Aftercare Day’ Oct. 5
The groom of the Nearctic Stakes (G2) winner and of the best turned-out horse in each stakes race Oct. 5 will receive a TAA gift bag sponsored by local owner and breeder Josham Farms (Ted Burnett). Source
Immersive Leads Spinaway Rematch in Alcibiades
The $600,000 Alcibiades Stakes (G1), offering the winner a spot in the Nov. 1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1) thanks to the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series, features a rematch of the top finishers in Saratoga’s Spinaway Stakes (G1). Source
RMTC Develops Withdrawal Guidance for Two Substances
In response to the requests of industry stakeholders, the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium’s Scientific Advisory Committee has developed a withdrawal guidance for two substances, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and pentosan polysulfate (Zycosan). Source
Future Stars Forecast: Global perspective with Jess Stafford and Matt Carothers
With just a month to go until the Breeders' Cup World Championships, Ren Carothers is joined by racing analysts Jess Stafford and Matt Carothers for a comprehensive look at the juveniles making noise around the globe. Get to know the next generation of potential headliners and their chances of shining bright on Future Stars Friday. Source
Forever Young Prepping in Japan for Start in BC Classic
Kentucky Derby (G1) third-place finisher Forever Young will prep for his return to America in the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) in the Japan Dirt Classic Oct. 2 at Oi Racecourse. Source
Keeneland Fall Meet Will Be Richest in Track’s History
Keeneland’s 2024 Fall Meet will stand out in track history for being the most lucrative racing season with 22 stakes worth a record $9.85 million. Source
HISA Establishes Veterinary Advisory Committee
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority has established a Veterinary Advisory Committee that will be made up of regulatory and private practice racetrack veterinarians from around the nation. Source
Jockey Wesley Ho Rides 1,000th Winner
Jockey Wesley Ho picked up his 1,000th win Sept. 29 while rallying from the back of the pack aboard Bigdaddysboy in the sixth race at Laurel Park. Source
RMTC Develops Withdrawl Guidance for Two Substances
In response to the requests of industry stakeholders, the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium’s Scientific Advisory Committee has developed a withdrawal guidance for two substances, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and pentosan polysulfate (Zycosan). Source