The Ruidoso Downs chaplaincy has been assisting workers at the racetrack, who are caring for around 500 horses, with food and meals. Evacuations mandated due to wildfires are still in effect, though the track is taking entries for races June 28-29.

While the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority digs deeper into equine drug test findings of metformin, positives for the diabetes medication show no signs of slowing.

There have been more than 1,400 structures, half of them homes, destroyed in the two wildfires that have ravaged New Mexico since the morning of June 17. One of those homes belonged to former jockey and Ruidoso, N.M., resident Casey Chavez.

Do Deuce, the fan’s choice in prerace balloting, takes on an accomplished field in the Takarazuka Kinen (G1) June 23 at Kyoto Racecourse.

There have been more than 1,400 structures destroyed in the two wildfires that have ravaged New Mexico since the morning of June 17. One of those homes belonged to former jockey and Ruidoso, N.M., resident Casey Chavez.

Speaking during an informational session during a June 20 CHRB meeting, two horse racing executives gave commissioners an overview of computer-assisted wagering and what they believe is an equitable balance for CAW alongside the retail market.

For veteran trainer Donnie Habeeb, his morning starts with a familiar routine but it’s a routine unlike most on the backstretch of Churchill Downs.

Do Deuce, the fan’s choice in pre-race balloting, takes on an accomplished field in the Takarazuka Kinen (G1) June 23 at Kyoto Racecourse.

Signaling the beginning of the 2024 Thoroughbred season, Colonial Downs’ barn area will open on June 24 welcoming returning conditioners as well as newcomers who are sure to impact the standings.

Iowa Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg will deliver the keynote address at the 2024 National HBPA Conference set for July 23-26 at Iowa’s Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack and Hotel.