Churchill Downs Unveiling Statue of Jockey Oliver Lewis
"It is about honoring a man who refused to be broken when the world tried to erase him," said Lewis' great-great-grandson Rodney Van Johnson.
HISA Opens Comment Period on Updates to Lab Rules
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority is seeking public comment on proposed modifications to the Rule Series 6000 (Equine Standards for Laboratories and Accreditation) of its Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) Program.
Savabeel Colts Set to Sizzle at Karaka Weanling Sale
A pair of prized colts sired by the late, great Savabeel are among the headline lots at the New Zealand Bloodstock Weanling Sale, which takes place June 25 at Karaka.
Dollars & Sense: Backing Bet on Separate On-Track Pools
Dollars & Sense offers an out-of-the-box idea: Make on-track wagering pools for win, place, show, exacta, and daily doubles separate pools than what's offered for off-track players.
Ellis Park Season Begins July 2
Top-class Thoroughbred racing returns to Ellis Park July 2, when the Henderson, Ky., oval opens its 25-day summer season featuring many of the sport's leading trainers and jockeys, along with a full lineup of fan events.
Longshots Made Ascot a Challenge for Bookmakers
Bookmakers had a challenging Royal Ascot meeting, with punter-friendly results affecting the bottom line and the World Cup hitting turnover.
Mr Mozart Well Represented at National Weanling Sale
Highview Stud's first-season sire Mr Mozart will have the strongest representation of any freshman stallion at the New Zealand Bloodstock National Weanling Sale at Karaka, held June 25.
AmWager Offers 0% Takeout on June 27 Woodbine Card
AmWager is offering bettors in 30 states the opportunity to bet all races on the June 27 Woodbine card with a 0% takeout for all pools, except show betting.
TRF Board Member Keating Launches Matching Gift Effort
The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation board member Michelle Keating has established a $25,000 matching gift challenge to support the organization's Annual Appeal.
Skippylongstocking Targeting Monmouth Cup
Pegasus World Cup (G1) winner Skippylongstocking will target a 13th graded stakes victory in the $350,000 Monmouth Cup (G3) during the July 18 Haskell card at Monmouth Park, trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. said on the June 22 episode of BloodHorse…