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Article: Christie signs horse-racing privatization bill

August 6th, 2011 (No Comments)

Could be the beginning of a positive trend for racing! Christie signs horse-racing privatization bill http://www.northjersey.com/sports/Christie_signs_horse-racing_privatization_bill.html “We are taking the critical next step toward securing an independent and self-sustaining horse racing industry in the Garden State — one that no longer depends upon casino subsidies for its survival,” Christie said. Christie last year refused to […]

Article: They’re off and still running

August 5th, 2011 (No Comments)

The days of wine and horses… They’re off and still running http://www.sonomanews.com/News-2011/Theyre-off-and-still-running/ There are eight days remaining in the 75th running of Wine Country Horse Racing at the Sonoma County Fair in Santa Rosa, which continues daily through Sunday, Aug. 14, with no racing this Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 8 and 9. Posted via email […]

Article: Decline in U.S. handle slows in July

August 5th, 2011 (No Comments)

A good sign for racing… Decline in U.S. handle slows in July http://www.drf.com/news/decline-us-handle-slows-july The slide in wagering on horse races held at U.S. racetracks decelerated significantly during the month of July, falling only 2.9 percent compared with wagering in July of last year, according to figures released by Equibase on Thursday. The slight decline in […]

Article: These jockeys are engaged — to race, that’s all

August 4th, 2011 (No Comments)

This may not be the best way to get back together… These jockeys are engaged — to race, that’s all http://www.latimes.com/sports/horseracing/la-sp-dwyre-20110804,0,822132.column?track=rss From Del Mar — Hell hath no fury like a jockey scorned. Which brings us to a horse race Sunday at Del Mar. Early in the card, at the place where the turf meets […]

Article: Espinoza Donating Week’s Earnings to Grooms

August 4th, 2011 (No Comments)

Go Victor! Espinoza Donating Week’s Earnings to Grooms http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/64338/espinoza-donating-weeks-earnings-to-grooms Jockey Victor Espinoza plans to donate 100% of his earnings for the week beginning Aug. 10 at the Del Mar race meet to the California Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Foundation, to be used exclusively to assist Southern California racetrack grooms. CTHF is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving […]

Article: Santa Anita Park Looms Next BC Host Site

August 4th, 2011 (No Comments)

Santa Anita Park Looms Next BC Host Site Breeders’ Cup looks like it’s coming to Arcadia in 2012! http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/64326/santa-anita-park-looms-next-bc-host-site There is strong speculation the announcement of Santa Anita Park as the 2012 Breeders’ Cup World Championships host site will be made at a Los Angeles-based luncheon Aug. 10. Invitations to the “special announcement” luncheon, hosted […]

Article: NYRA, Equibase Launch Facebook Game Aug. 3

August 2nd, 2011 (No Comments)

Very creative use of Facebook by Equibase and NYRA.  NYRA, Equibase Launch Facebook Game Aug. 3 http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/64293/nyra-equibase-launch-facebook-game-aug-3 Photo: Coglianese Photos Saratoga Starting Gate The New York Racing Association, Inc. and Equibase Company have announced they will launch the “Play Saratoga” Facebook game Aug. 3. The free game, developed by Cornett Integrated Marketing Solutions, includes daily, […]

Article: Saratoga racing off to fast start – Bizjournals.com (blog)

August 2nd, 2011 (No Comments)

Great to hear the Spa is also off to a good start, along with Del Mar. Let’s hope the trend continues. Saratoga racing off to fast start – Bizjournals.com (blog) http://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/blog/morning_roundup/2011/08/saratoga-racing-off-to-fast-start.html Attendance and betting for thoroughbred horse races at Saratoga Race Course have edged out totals from this point in last year’s meet, according to […]

Article: Del Mar Racetrack Attendance Off To Good Start – KGTV San Diego

August 2nd, 2011 (No Comments)

Good news from Del Mar! Del Mar Racetrack Attendance Off To Good Start – KGTV San Diego http://www.10news.com/news/28730557/detail.html DEL MAR, Calif. — The average daily attendance in the first 10 days horse racing at the Del Mar Racetrack was 20,737, up by more than 2,800 patrons over last year, track officials announced Monday.Del Mar averaged […]

Article: Ellis Park launches tournament wagering website

August 2nd, 2011 (No Comments)

Ellis Park launches tournament wagering website http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/national-news/2011/08/02/ellis-park-launches-tournament-wagering-website.aspx Horse players who prefer tournament-style wagering have additional online options with Ellis Park’s launch of HorsePlayers.com. The website will operate a year-round, continuous online contest for handicappers with various prizes, including 50 qualifying spots in the 2011 Daily Racing Form/National Thoroughbred Racing Association National Handicapping Championship, presented by […]

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