John Velazquez Set for First Ride in Ireland
An Irish winner is one of the very few things absent from legendary jockey John Velazquez's glittering CV, but that could change at Naas June 26 when he rides the Dermot Weld-trained De Janeiro (IRE)...
How Landowners and Equestrians Benefit from Land Trusts
In today’s world, where large horse properties, riding trails, and pastureland are increasingly rare in urban areas, landowners have a powerful ally in land trusts. These nonprofit organizations off...
Sudden Deaths: A Puzzle That Still Must Be Solved
A panel of renowned equine medical professionals discussed where the industry is at in determining the causes of sudden death in horses at the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit in Lexington J...
Santa Anita Park's Equine Safety in Focus at Summit
In the early part of 2019, during a spike in equine breakdowns at Santa Anita Park, trainer Tim Yakteen was asked about the incidents even when he was outside the racetrack. "Going to Starbucks—you ...
McKinsey, Parkin See Paths to Build on Improved Safety
Presenters at the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit June 25 in Lexington express optimism that North American racing could follow its already significant strides in improving equine safety wi...
Shareholder's Dam Being Offered on Fasig-Tipton Digital
Dam of Shareholder, a 2-year-old colt by Not This Time and winner of Royal Ascot’s Norfolk Stakes (G2), is being offered on Fasig-Tipton Digital. The mare is consigned by Frankfort Park Farm on beha...
First Mission Moves Into Top Three of NTRA Poll
Jumping into the frame is Didia, winner of her first grade 1—the New York Stakes (G1T)—who moves into the 10th spot. Didia is one of four 6-year-olds in the top 10 this week....