by HorseMinute.com | Jan 18, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
Hit Show won the Grade 3 Louisiana Stakes at Fair Grounds, marking his eighth victory in 16 starts. After a slow start, Hit Show rallied from last place to win by 1 1/2 lengths over Komorebino Omoide. Trainer Brad Cox and jockey Florent Géroux were pleased with Hit...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 18, 2025 | Horse Breeding
Longtime California racing and breeding industry leader, Don Valpredo, passed away on October 31, but his legacy was honored on January 18 at Santa Anita Park with five California-bred stakes races, including one named in his memory. The Valpredo Family Trust won two...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 18, 2025 | Horse Rescue
During the winter, it is important to keep pets close and on a leash near bodies of water to prevent them from falling through the ice. Boulder Fire Rescue has responded to multiple calls for pets falling through ice, which can lead to dangerous situations for both...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 18, 2025 | Dressage
The traditional Portuguese style of dressage, as practiced at the prestigious Portuguese School of Equestrian Art in Lisbon, has been added to UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage. This practice, characterized by the rider’s traditional outfit and...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 18, 2025 | Horse Law News
Jockey Paco Lopez, who was suspended for a postrace riding crop infraction in December, will be reinstated on a conditional basis effective Jan. 23. Lopez has met all conditions required for reinstatement, including participating in therapy sessions and making...
