Consignor Jesse Hoppel sent out Hip 284, a filly by Drain the Clock, who equaled the OBS track record for a quarter-mile, breezing in :20 1/5. Another horse from his consignment, Hip 299, a colt by Mo Town, breezed a quarter-mile in :20 2/5.
At the National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association conference, experts see a future where prediction markets could work for racing, but first the sport needs to protect its turf.
Frankie Dettori's bankruptcy has been extended by 12 months with the former rider said March 5 to have not complied with orders requiring him to give full disclosure of his assets.
Eight-year-old mare Pride Of Jenni bids to become the first two-time winner of the All-Star Mile (G1) when she enters the gate March 7 at Flemington Racecourse.
Views toward the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority at this year's National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association conference ranged from confrontational to lukewarm per the messages from multiple participants.
HB 904, co-sponsored by Thoroughbred farm owner Rep. Matt Koch, would also prohibit participation in "predictive markets" wagering by licensed racetracks and associations.
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association will present a check to Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, matching horseplayer donations made throughout the week of the NTRA National Horseplayers Championship up to a maximum of $5,000.