by HorseMinute.com | Apr 24, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The Grand National symbolizes the allure of British horse racing, yet the sport faces significant challenges that threaten its future. The British Horse Racing Association (BHA) acknowledges a critical juncture, with declining spectator numbers and stagnant prize...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 24, 2025 | Horse Breeding
All British-based thoroughbreds bred for racing are now eligible to be registered with Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) to improve equine traceability. Previously, registration was only available to horses who had raced or been in training with a licensed trainer. The...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 24, 2025 | Horse Law News
The Trump administration sent demands to Harvard University under the guise of combating antisemitism, including hiring professors and admitting students based on viewpoint diversity. Harvard refused and was sued by the administration, leading to a freeze of $2.2...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 24, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The University of Kentucky Sports Medicine Research Institute (SMRI) is focusing on improving safety in the horse racing industry through their Equestrian Athlete Initiative. They recently presented their research findings at the Organization of Racing Investigators...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 24, 2025 | Horse Breeding
Thirteen of the UK’s rare native breeds, including the Hackney breed, are categorized as ‘At Risk’ or ‘Priority’ on the RBST Watchlist, with the Hackney breed facing a “very challenging” situation due to declining numbers of...
