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Integrity--or Lack Thereof--Called Most Pressing Issue

Integrity--or Lack Thereof--Called Most Pressing Issue

Representatives of the horse industry claim integrity issues have never been more important, and the results of soon-to-be-released research could indicate where the betting public stands on the matter.

 Sunday, August 19, 2007

Account Wagering Structure Said to Need 'Urgent' Action

The Jockey Club has weighed in publicly on the topic of account wagering economics, urging the pari-mutuel industry to urgently work together to devise a model that benefits horsemen, racetracks, and patrons.

 Sunday, August 19, 2007

Chair of New York Panel Keynote Speaker at Round Table

J. Patrick Barrett, chairman of the Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Horse Racing in New York, will discuss the role and work of the committee over the past year when he delivers the keynote address Aug. 20 at The Jockey Club Round Table Conference in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.

 Thursday, July 27, 2006

KEEP-Type Organization Suggested for New York

Friends of New York Racing proposes formation of an industry advocacy group to represent all factions in the effort to develop a new structure for the pari-mutuel industry in the Empire state.

 Sunday, August 21, 2005

ESPN Executive to Leave; Still Speaking at Round Table

Mark Shapiro, the ESPN executive who was instrumental in moving the Breeders' Cup World Thoroughbred Championships to his network in 2006, is leaving ESPN effective Oct. 1 to become chief executive officer of Red Zone, a private entertainment investment company founded by Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder.

 Thursday, August 18, 2005

Proof or Consequences

By Ray Paulick -- Let's not get carried away with the idea that the only honest people in this game are the ones who aren't winning.

 Sunday, August 20, 2000

2001 Foal Crop Projected at 37,300

The Jockey Club is projecting a 2001 registered Thoroughbred foal crop of 37,300, marking the fourth consecutive increase in foal crop size.

 Saturday, August 12, 2000