HISA Whistleblower Program Includes Racetrack Safety
Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit, the investigating arm of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, has expanded its whistleblower program to include racetrack safety issues.
Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit, the investigating arm of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, has expanded its whistleblower program to include racetrack safety issues.
The action May 22 by the New York State Gaming Commission came after the recent suspension of Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher, and the disqualification of his colt, Forte, in last year's Hopeful Stakes (G1) at Saratoga Race Course.
Speedway Stables dolled out $1.3 million for two horses, including $800,000 for the sales topper May 22 on Day 1 of the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic May 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale in Timonium, Md.
Though excitement for a Triple Crown winner has abated following Kentucky Derby (G1) winner Mage's third in the Preakness Stakes (G1), those seeking their own classic winner have plenty to look forward to at the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic May Sale.
The Fasig-Tipton Midlantic May 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale began May 22 with a slow start but quickly gained momentum, producing improvements in all key statistical measures over Day 1 last year.