by Editor Account | Jun 13, 2024 | Horse Racing, Op-eds
By Earle Mack Saratoga Race Course, often referred to as the “Graveyard of Favorites,” has always held a special place in the hearts of racing enthusiasts. This historic venue, which has witnessed countless moments of glory and heartbreak, added another illustrious...
by Editor Account | Sep 5, 2023 | Horse Racing, Op-eds
By Earle Mack Horse racing is at an existential moment. Just weeks after a series of breakdowns at Churchill Downs cast a shadow over the Kentucky Derby, a wave of horrifying horse deaths at Saratoga Race Course has once again brought questions about safety to the...
by Editor Account | Aug 11, 2023 | Horse Racing
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) and the Jockeys’ Guild have announced that they have created a Steering Committee to recommend and develop programming in support of the mental health and wellness of jockeys. The announcement comes on the...
by Editor Account | Jun 1, 2023 | Horse Racing, Op-eds
By Earle Mack, originally published by the Thoroughbred Daily News In the wake of the tragic deaths of 12 horses at Churchill Downs, the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has called for an emergency summit. This presents both a moment of leadership for...
by Editor Account | May 11, 2023 | Horse Racing
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation announced today that noted equine surgeon Dr. Larry Bramlage will be presented with the Dinny Phipps Award. The award will be presented at a dinner hosted by the chairman of The Jockey Club, Stuart S. Janney III, in Saratoga...
by Editor Account | May 3, 2022 | Horse Racing, Op-eds
By Earle Mack, published in Thoroughbred Daily News Throughout the nation, the horse racing industry is under both increased scrutiny and pressure to reduce the number of equine fatalities and breakdowns. While progress has been made at many tracks, in recent years,...
