Behind the continued success of historical horse racing operations in both Kentucky and Virginia, Churchill Downs Inc. April 24 reported record first quarter net revenue and adjusted earnings. Source
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1/ST, France Galop Partner on Graded Contests and More
This new initiative sees both parties come together to form a series of high-class partnerships that will power increased international participation across a host of top-quality graded contests and marquee race days. Source
Stronghold’s First Day Leads Routine Derby Training
With just 10 days until the May 4 Kentucky Derby (G1), most contenders completed routine gallops April 24 as they gear up for their final published workouts this weekend. Santa Anita Derby (G1) winner Stronghold made his first pre-Derby appearance. Source
Low-Takeout Hastings Kicks off 2024 Season April 27
Hastings Racecourse opens for its 2024 racing season April 27 at 2:30 pm PT with a new schedule and some horseplayer-focused changes. This season marks the debut of Friday night racing. Source
OBS Adjusts Start of June Sale, Under Tack Dates
The start of the Ocala Breeders’ June 2-Year-Olds in Training & Horses of Racing Age Sale and under tack show have each been shifted forward one day to allow additional travel and inspection time. Source
Kentucky Downs to Stage $2.5M Nashville Derby
Headed by the renamed $2.5 million Nashville Derby (G3T) Aug. 31, Kentucky Downs will stage six races worth at least $2 million apiece, including supplements for registered Kentucky-breds, at this year’s seven-day race meet. Source
PDJF Telethon Raises $430,000, Shatters Record
The Thoroughbred racing industry joined forces April 21 for the sixth annual PDJF Telethon to raise over $430,000 for the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund. Source
Horse Named King Hazelton Honors Late Trainer
Before the second race April 19 at Keeneland, FanDuel TV’s Scott Hazelton stepped away from the microphone to watch a horse he co-owns, King Hazelton, prepare for his career debut. Source
Acclaimed Veterinarian Devolz Dies at 83
Acclaimed international veterinarian and International Federation of Horseracing Authorities adviser Dr. Roland Devolz dies at age 83. Source
Sakai Pleased by Forever Young’s Penultimate Derby Work
Jockey Ryusei Sakai, one of the rising stars in Japan racing, flew to Louisville, Ky., this week to be aboard UAE Derby (G2) winner Forever Young (JPN) for his penultimate breeze ahead of the May 4 Kentucky Derby (G1). Source