by HorseMinute.com | Apr 1, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Arlington, once a small town with a population under 10,000, had a vibrant and somewhat wild history during the Prohibition era, marked by underground gambling and horse racing. Central to this history was Top O’Hill Terrace, an infamous casino operating in the 1930s...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 1, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Viva Chaleur secured his first win in 36 local starts by taking the lead near the 100m and drawing clear, showcasing his consistent performance on this surface. Macanese Master finished strongly for second after a tough trip from gate eight, maintaining his solid form...
by HorseMinute.com | Apr 1, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Queensland thoroughbred trainers are facing significant financial strain due to rising fuel costs, with Racing Queensland (RQ) declining to offer fuel subsidies despite similar relief packages being introduced in other states like New South Wales, Victoria, and South...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 31, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
Racing is set to return to Fair Hill, Maryland, over Memorial Day weekend with the Maryland Jockey Club hosting events on May 24 and 25. Monday’s card will feature traditional steeplechase races for the first time since 2019, while Sunday’s races will be flat, though...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 31, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
This week’s NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll saw a dramatic shift as Magnitude surged from sixth to first place following his impressive victory over reigning Breeders’ Cup Classic winner Forever Young in the Dubai World Cup at Meydan. Trained by Steve Asmussen and ridden...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 30, 2026 | Horse Racing Industry
The recent bans on greyhound racing in Wales and Scotland highlight a cautionary tale for horse racing, illustrating how a once-popular sport can rapidly decline due to waning public interest rather than outright opposition. While the British Horseracing Authority...
