BH Interview: Tom McCrocklin

Manfred “Manny” Roos, a prominent owner and breeder in New England and the former longtime president of the regional chapter of the National Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association, died peacefully on June 30. He was 88.

NYRA provided a window to some main components in the future of downstate racing as it announced the composition of dirt track at the new Belmont Park and that winter racing will be conducted for approximately three months on an all-weather track.

Ohio-based trainer Francisco Ramos has had five out-of-competition positive tests for clenbuterol since May 8. They followed a post-race positive for clenbuterol in April. The trainer was provisionally suspended May 31.

The List: An Update and Review of the Top 25 General Sires List Rankings

Santa Anita Derby (G1) winner Stronghold returns to racing action July 6 as he travels to Horseshoe Indianapolis for the $300,000 Indiana Derby (G3).

The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority hosted a webinar July 1 discussing rule changes that go into effect July 8.

NYRA said it is committed to improving all aspects of winter racing at the new Belmont Park and that shifting from dirt to the all-weather in the winter months will enhance equine safety.

NYRA said it is committed to improving all aspects of winter racing at the new Belmont Park and shifting from dirt to the all-weather in the winter months will enhance equine safety.

The clash of generations between City of Troy and White Birch (GB) looks to be on after both Irish stars were among 11 confirmations for the Coral-Eclipse at Sandown July 6.