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Jockey Fallon Banned 18 Months

Jockey Fallon Banned 18 Months

European rider Kieren Fallon has been handed a worldwide 18-month ban by France Galop after failing a random drug test in that country, according to The Racing Post.

 Friday, January 25, 2008

Rothschild Elected to France Galop

Edouard de Rothschild has been re-elected as president of France Galop for a second term.

 Tuesday, January 08, 2008

Tristram Ricketts Dead

British horseracing is coming to terms with the loss of one its most respected administrators following the death of Tristram Ricketts Nov. 7

 Monday, November 12, 2007

Federation Forming Plan to Combat Unauthorized Wagering

The International Federation of Horseracing Authorities has adopted policies that target unauthorized wagering on races.

 Monday, October 04, 2004

French Derby Distance Could Be Shortened

France Galop said Sept. 20 it's considering a proposal from its new president, Baron Edouard de Rothschild, who has suggested shortening the distance of the Prix du Jockey Club (Fr-I), the French Derby, from 2,400 meters (12 furlongs) to 2,100 meters (10.5 furlongs).

 Tuesday, September 21, 2004