Evans, WinStar, Tarras Take Top TOBA Honors
Edward Evans was named the nation's top breeder for the second consecutive year, WinStar Farm was named the nation's top owner, and Rudy and Virginia Tarra were named the leading small breeder for 2010.
Headlines for Friday, September 9, 2011
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2011 Super Derby - Predict the Order
Three-year-olds from all over the country compete in the Super Derby (gr. II) at Louisiana Downs. Will it be a shipper, or a local favorite?
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September Sale Positives Outweigh Negatives
While rest of the world worries about the European debt crisis and America's high unemployment rate, horsemen are starting to see signs that the struggling Thoroughbred market is taking a turn for the better.
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Strawbridge This Year's TCA Honor Guest
George Strawbridge Jr., the internationally known breeder, owner, and former steeplechase rider, has been selected as the Thoroughbred Club of America's Honor Guest for 2011.
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Outcome Uncertain for Italian Yearling Sale
The SGA Selected Yearling sale, in Milan, Italy, is hoping for good results despite the country's weakened racing industry. International champions have been graduates of this sale.
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Tizway Breezes, Progresses Toward JCGC
Tizway, the leader of the handicap division, breezed an easy five furlongs over Saratoga's Oklahoma Training Track Sept. 9 as he continues to prepare for the $750,000 Jockey Club Gold Cup Invitational (gr. I) next month.
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Cauthen Named CEO of Donegal Racing
Donegal Racing announced Sept. 9 that Julie Cauthen has been named chief operating officer for the racing partnership.
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A Dozen Lined Up for British Columbia Derby
The winners of the Emerald Downs Derby and the local Richmond Derby Trial Handicap lead a field of 12 in the $200,000 British Columbia Derby (Can-III) Sept. 11 at Hastings Park. It's Western Canada's premier race of the year.
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Calder Gains NTRA Safety Re-accreditation
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association announced Sept. 9 that Calder Casino and Race Course has earned re-accreditation from the NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance.
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Instant Racing Tied to Simulcast Handle Jump
Kentucky Downs said the launch of Instant Racing Sept. 1 led to year-over-year increases in pari-mutuel handle on simulcast races over Labor Day weekend.
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Science in the Mix: 'Pedigree Is Genetics'
The combination of genomics and pedigree theory hasn't come close to reaching its potential, speakers said Sept. 8 on the second and final day of the Thoroughbred Pedigree, Genetics, and Performance Conference in Lexington.
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Charles Town Cuts Takeout 12% on Some Wagers
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races took the first step toward returning more money to bettors Sept. 9 when the West Virginia Racing Commission approved a decrease in pari-mutuel takeout for four wagers.
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BC Sells All Horse Farm Partnerships for 2011
Breeders' Cup said Sept. 9 it has sold all four horse farm partnerships in its "Industry Champion" category for this year's World Championships, to be held Nov. 4-5 at Churchill Downs.
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TCI: Havre We Got a New #1?
The guys reveal a Top 5 in the Sprint division, and discuss the current Breeders' Cup picture.
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TCI: Havre We Got a New #1?
Updating the Breeders' Cup Classic and Ladies' Classic divisions, including a look back at Havre de Grace's Woodward. Plus, the Top 5 for the Breeders' Cup Sprint Division, and a look at the Juveniles of both genders. Presented by Taylor Made Stallions
