Ben's Cat, Mountain Dew Join Maryland Hall of Fame
This year's inductees will be celebrated during a Sept. 2 ceremony between races at Timonium Race Course.
Churchill Adds Safety Committee Ahead of September Meet
Churchill Downs Inc. announced July 31 that Churchill Downs racetrack has launched new safety initiatives ahead of its regularly scheduled meeting beginning Sept. 14.
Ontario Premier Yearling Sale Catalog Now Online
The catalog for the Ontario Premier Yearling Sale, Aug. 30, is now available online for viewing. This year the sale at the Woodbine Sales Pavilion offers 252 yearlings by both Canadian and United States sires.
On the Rise: Annise Montplaisir
In this monthly BH interview, Karen M. Johnson profiles young racing personalities.
U S Navy Flag Champion First-Season Sire in New Zealand
Former Coolmore resident and shuttler U S Navy Flag has repaid The Oaks Stud's faith in him by being crowned New Zealand's champion first-season sire of 2022-23 just weeks after he was acquired by the farm.
HIWU Launches Mobile App
The Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit announced July 31 that it has launched a mobile HIWU app to assist stakeholders in the Thoroughbred industry with the components of the HISA's ADMC Program.
Game of Silks Provides Shades of Thoroughbred Ownership
The first 2-year-olds are hitting the track in Game of Silks, a type of fantasy sports game with a few extra high-tech offerings that has seen some 3,000 people purchase "horses" for $500-$1,000 each.
BHA Amends Whip Rule Penalties Following Review
While there have been no changes to the technical aspects of the rules, sanctions have been amended after discussions between the BHA, Professional Jockeys Association, and senior riders.