by HorseMinute.com | Mar 29, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The 89th Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park is a premier prep race for the Kentucky Derby, with a rich purse of $1.5 million and top five finishers earning Derby points. The field includes favorites like Coal Battle and Cornucopian, with the race set to be broadcast on...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 28, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA) and Woodbine Racetrack have reached a new two-year racing agreement that increases thoroughbred purses by $5.7 million. The deal includes a 128-day race meet from April 26 through Dec. 14, with total...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 28, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The article provides horse racing picks for thoroughbred races at Santa Anita on Friday, March 28, 2025, from handicappers Bob Mieszerski, Eddie Wilson, Kevin Modesti, and Mark Ratzky. Readers can access the consensus picks online and subscribe to the Ponies Express...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 28, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The Dubai World Cup card is being held a week later than usual due to Ramadan, leading to a clash with the Grand National. Efforts have been made to ensure race times at Meydan do not conflict with the Grand National, with broadcasters offering a “best of both...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 27, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The current leaders at Santa Anita in terms of jockeys are Juan Hernandez with 43 wins, followed closely by Flavien Prat with 42 wins. Among trainers, Mark Glatt leads with 27 wins, followed by Bob Baffert with 23 wins. There are upcoming stakes races at Santa Anita,...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 27, 2025 | Horse Racing Industry
The British Horseracing Authority is implementing gene doping testing as part of its anti-doping measures, investing in LGC laboratory to develop monitoring and detection. Acting CEO Brant Dunshea emphasized the importance of being proactive in safeguarding horse...
