by HorseMinute.com | Sep 11, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
British horse racing is staging its first-ever modern strike today in protest against the UK Government’s proposed tax changes. The government plans to merge existing betting duties into a single rate and increase it from 15% to 21%, aligning it with the rate paid by...
by HorseMinute.com | Sep 11, 2025 | Horse Breeding
The Florida Gaming Control Commission has approved a reduction in in-state breeder and stallion awards from 20% to 15% of gross purses, effective September 1, 2025. Despite this cut, total breeder awards in 2026 are expected to remain stable due to the introduction of...
by HorseMinute.com | Sep 11, 2025 | Horse Riding
In Orland, California, a driver named James Sudberry struck four horses and their riders on County Road 16, resulting in major injuries and the deaths of two horses. The incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. as the riders—Antonio Guerrero, Matthew Meester, Jameson...
by HorseMinute.com | Sep 11, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
On September 10, 2025, the U.K. horse racing industry staged its first-ever strike, with jockeys, trainers, and owners protesting a proposed tax increase that would raise betting duties on horse racing from 15% to 21%, aligning it with online casino tax rates. The...
by HorseMinute.com | Sep 11, 2025 | Horse Law News
Hong Kong has enacted new legislation permitting regulated basketball betting, expanding its legal gambling options beyond horse racing, lottery, and soccer betting. The Betting Duty Bill 2025 passed with strong legislative support, allowing the Hong Kong Jockey Club...
