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.
HB 904, co-sponsored by Thoroughbred farm owner Rep. Matt Koch, would also prohibit participation in "predictive markets" wagering by licensed racetracks and associations.
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.
The popular "Ship and Win" program, now in its 16th consecutive year, has attracted more than 3,000 horses to Del Mar, helping the track continue its reputation as one of the nation's foremost "full field size" locations.
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.
Louis Romanet served as the first chairman of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities when it was formed in 1994 and served in that role for more than 25 years.
Destino d'Oro goes against seven other older fillies and mares in the 1 1/8-mile Hillsborough Stakes (G2T) at Tampa Bay Downs March 7, including two for trainer Chad Brown.