Bahrain International Trophy Elevated to Group 1 Status
Bahrain will stage its first group 1 this year after the nation's flagship Bahrain International Trophy (G1) was upgraded.
KY Equine Drug Research Council Backs Imaging Study
Members of the Kentucky Equine Drug Research Council recommend advancing a research proposal aimed at using advanced diagnostic imaging to better identify Thoroughbreds at risk for catastrophic musculoskeletal injuries during a June 23 meeting.
KEEP, Race For Education Funds $80,000 in Scholarships
KEEP Foundation and the Race for Education have invested $80,000 in scholarships toward the next generation of equine leaders.
Delaware THA's Gruwell: From Tragedy to Triumph
Bessie Gruwell's lifetime involvement in the industry has enabled her to overcome numerous challenges and dedicate herself to serving those who need it most.
McPeek Horses Unharmed in Trailer Accident
Trainer Kenny McPeek's five horses on board a trailer that was rear-ended June 22 were unharmed. Two fillies got loose, with one running down the Henry Watterson Expressway.
No Kentucky Racing License for Vazquez, Valenzuela
The Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation License Review Committee does not advance issuing Kentucky racing licenses to Thoroughbred trainer Juan Vazquez and jockey Patrick Valenzuela.
Georgie's Warrior Breaks Maiden in Style
Georgie's Warrior breaks his maiden June 19 at Aqueduct Racetrack, while Hughes breaks his a couple days later at Los Alamitos Race Course.
Timentwa Brings Indian Relay Skills to Race Riding
Jockey Talliyah Timentwa is a force of nature with undeniable equestrian talent that belies her size and stature.
Attorney Holds Out Hope for Hawthorne Racing
Attorney sees possibility Hawthorne Race Course could exit bankruptcy proceedings with continued racing and a potential racino.
Iowa Festival of Racing to Have $1.2M in Stakes Purses
The signature event of the racing season at Prairie Meadows, the Iowa Festival of Racing, is set for July 10-11, featuring eight stakes races.