While Churchill Downs Inc. is a diverse company involved in historical horse racing, casino gaming, and advance-deposit wagering, it served up a reminder Feb. 26 that its flagship racetrack also played a part in a record-breaking 2025.

Late trainers Christophe Clement and John Shirreffs are among 13 nominees (seven racehorses and six trainers) for the National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame class of 2026.

The National Thoroughbred Racing Association provides an update from Washington, highlighting recent developments on tariffs, prediction markets, and a new farm bill proposal.

Inglis Digital USA will partner with 1/ST to create a unique opportunity to get in the action ahead of Gulfstream Park’s signature Kentucky Derby (G1) prep by debuting the Florida Derby Sale.

The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association announced a new $1 million Florida Sire Racing Incentive Program for 2026, providing win incentives to owners and breeders of FSS-eligible 2-year-olds at Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay Downs.

Super Saturday at Meydan Racecourse has some top contenders for World Cup night, among them Heart of Honor and Rebel’s Romance, both familiar to American punters.

The Advisory Committee will play a key role in shaping the 2026 conference by suggesting panel topics, identifying moderators and panelists, introducing speakers during conference sessions, supporting RGCS fundraising efforts, and more.

The New York Racing Association announced Feb. 26 the stakes schedule for the 2026 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course, which will open Friday, July 3, and continue through Labor Day, Sept. 7. 

Tattersalls announced Feb. 26—the catalog for the 182 juveniles entered for the Craven Breeze-Up Sale, one of the first significant dates in the forthcoming flat season diary, which will take place April 13-15.

The Jockey Club announced the appointment of Charlotte Clement de Bona as its chief strategy and transformation officer, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, performance, and long-term growth.