Grand Adventure Seeks Repeat in Connaught Cup
Grand Adventure returns to his home track at Woodbine for trainer Mark Frostad to defend his title in the $150,000 Connaught Cup Stakes (Can-IIIT) on the turf May 29.
Articles posted May 26, 2011
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Calder, FHBPA Still Negotiating on ADWs
Calder Casino & Race Course and the Florida Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association on May 26 agreed to an extension until June 1 on talks for an Advance Deposit Wagering agreement.
Triple Crown Insider - 5/27/2011 (Video)
A look back at the Preakness, the Belmont Stakes Top 10 and, comments from Michael Lauffer, co-owner/co-breeder of Shackleford. Watch Video
CHRB Approves Random Drug Testing for Jockeys
Random drug testing of jockeys and harness drivers is set to begin in California after the state horse racing board gave final approval to the rule at its May 26 meeting at Golden Gate Fields.
Mullins Gains Court Injunction Against CHRB
Trainer Jeff Mullins, expected to begin a 70-day suspension June 1 in connection with a 2006 medication violation, has been granted an injunction against the order by a California Superior Court judge.
Hawks Nest Farm Owner Lois Hawkins Dies
Lois Hawkins, co-owner of Hawks Nest Farm near Winchester, Ky., died May 25 at her home.
Shackleford to NY in Next Couple of Days
Preakness Stakes (gr. I) winner Shackleford is expected to ship to New York in the next couple of days and will have a workout over the Belmont track before a final decision is made about running in the Belmont.
European Champion Mtoto Dies
Mtoto, a two-time champion in England and a champion in France, has died at the age of 28 at Aston Upthorpe Stud.
TRF Forms National Equine Vet Alliance
The Alliance consists of professionals who have agreed to provide pro bono veterinary care to Thoroughbred ex-racehorses from non-profit organizations that have been registered with, and approved by, the TRF.
Canadian Hall of Famer Wilderness Song Dies
Wilderness Song, a Canadian Hall of Fame racemare, has been euthanized at Sam-Son Farm near Milton, Ontario, Canada.
Shake Shack Along for Ride With Shackleford
After Shackleford won the May 21 Preakness Stakes (gr. I), the Shake Shack chain gave away about 750 single cups of custard as part of a promotion conceived by company founder and New York restaurateur Danny Meyer.
Pimlico's Wagering Average Plummets 22%
The Maryland Jockey Club concluded its spring meeting at Pimlico Race Course the weekend of May 20-22, posting average wagering figures which were 22% lower than the 2010 spring meet.
THS: Louisville Handicap 2011
Tom, Evan and Tim Holland briefly recap the Preakness Stakes, examine the Louisville Handicap and give a shout out to a special horse. Watch Video
Jack Kelly Memorial Race at Belmont June 10
On Friday, June 10 at Belmont Park, one day before the Belmont Stakes (gr. I), The New York Racing Association will run the sixth race in memory of Jack Kelly.
V Foundation to Benefit from 2011 BC
The Breeders' Cup May 26 announced it has selected The V Foundation for Cancer Research as its primary, non-profit beneficiary for the 28th running of the Breeders' Cup World Championships Nov. 4-5 at Churchill Downs.
TOBA to Hold Breeding Clinic in Lexington
The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association announced May 26 that it will hold a Thoroughbred Breeding Clinic Friday, June 3 through Sunday, June 5 in Lexington.
NETWA Elects 2011 Hall of Fame Inductees
The New England Turf Writers Association has elected its Hall of Fame class of 2011, which will be honored along with the 2010 NETWA award winners at the organization's 69th annual awards dinner on Thursday, July 21.
Fastnet Rock Filly Leads Way at MM Sale
A filly by Fastnet Rock topped the second and final select session of the Magic Millions national weanling sale May 26 in Australia. Offered by Coolmore Stud, the filly was knocked down to VCB/Garry Cuddy for Aust$185,000.
NY May Launch 'I Love NY Racing' Program
Pending legislation would direct state grants toward promotion of racetracks and farms and create a seven-member advisory panel to run the program.
Shackleford's Preakness Puts Forestry Back On
PORTER ON PEDIGREES: The 2011 Preakness Stakes winner gives Forestry a boost the same year the stallion's stud fee dropped to its lowest point. Shackleford also has pedigree ties to Mr. Prospector and Dr. Fager.
Illinois Gaming Bill Fails to Clear Committee
An Illinois House of Representatives committee May 25 failed to approve legislation that would have expanded casino gambling and awarded slot machines to racetracks in the state.
Yavapai Downs Cancels 2011 Race Meet
Yavapai Downs will not run a race meet in 2011 due to financial difficulties. Track management informed the Arizona Racing Commission and horsemen of the cancellation at a May 25 meeting.
New Antibiotic Susceptibility Method Available Through UKVDL
The University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) recently announced the availability of a new antibiotic susceptibility method (Broth Microdilution Method), which provides reproducible test results with minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) levels. UKVDL is committed to providing the very best microbiology services to its clients.
Nitrogen Losses in Soil During Wet Weather
The steady flow of wet weather in April has caused many farm managers to worry about nitrogen losses in their fields, especially in fields where nitrogen was applied prior to the rains. Fortunately, nitrogen losses might not be as bad as many producers expect, said Lloyd Murdock, PhD, extension soils specialist with the University of Kentucky College of A...
EHV-1 Outbreak: At Least Eight New Cases Reported
Animal health officials today confirmed several new cases of neurologic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) across the western United States and Canada. Now, two weeks after reports of EHV-1 positive horses first emerged following the recent National Cutting Horse Association's (NCHA) Western Regional Championship competition in Utah, the case count stands a...
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