Bricks and Mortar Horse of the Year, Stars at Eclipse Awards (Thoroughbred Daily News)
Bricks and Mortar Horse of the Year, Stars at Eclipse Awards
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The stars of racing were out in full force for the 2019 Runhappy Eclipse Awards in Gulfstream Park’s Sport of Kings auditorium Thursday night. The newly-minted hosting trio of TVG’s Gabby Gaudet, NBC and TVG’s Brittany Eurton and Gulfstream’s Acacia Courtney led the evening’s program, refl...The Elite Program Inc. and Dr. C. Reid “Mac” McLellan are offering an updated version of his Trainers’ Exam Prep class at Sam Houston Race Park on February 6-9 entitled “Racehorse Owner-Trainer Prep Class.” Get more info here - bit.ly/38GKnp9
The National HBPA, which represents nearly 30,000 Thoroughbred owners and trainers in North America, has released a video stating the association’s opposition to proposed federal oversight of the horse racing industry’s medication and testing.
Specifically, the video highlights the fact that race-day Lasix, which would not be allowed under the proposed legislation, is a proven therapeutic that prevents injuries. That statement is backed up by the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) and the North American Association of Racetrack Veterinarians (NAARV).
“To the horsemen of the HBPA, NOTHING is more important than keeping our beautiful racehorses safe,” said National HBPA CEO Eric Hamelback, who is featured in the video. “We are constantly striving to improve safety for our horses and their jockeys, but federal oversight is not the answer.”
The National HBPA encourages horsemen and racing fans to share this video on social media.
For more information, go to nationalhbpa.com.
Bourbon, horse racing center of new tour at Kentucky Derby Museum (WLKY.com)
Bourbon, horse racing center of new tour at Kentucky Derby Museum
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Bourbon and horse racing are the center of new tour at Kentucky Derby Museum.
