Hong Kong Jockey Club Pioneers New Methods of Doping Control
Edited Press Release
May 27, 2016
Researchers in the club’s Racing Laboratory are studying biomarkers for use in drug testing.
Researchers in the club’s Racing Laboratory are studying biomarkers for use in drug testing.
The Race Assured team presented a blood test which could predict injuries in horses well before serious problems occur.
Meanwhile, Uncle Lino was vanned off following the race with what appears to be a minor tendon injury.
What’s new in feeding today’s superstar racehorses and champions of the future? In a sense, nothing and everything.
Horses not accepted at the first FEI inspection may not compete in national classes at the same event for 48 hours.
Pimlico is home of the Preakness Stakes, the second jewel in Thoroughbred racing’s Triple Crown.
Of the 702 respondents, 463 (66%) said they planned to watch the Kentucky Derby at home on television last week.
Soft tissue damage resulted in a larger increase in SAA levels than bone and joint injuries, researchers found.
Trainer Doug O’Neill said the colt would depart Churchill Downs May 9 to train for the May 21 Preakness Stakes.
Nyquist is the first undefeated Derby winner with eight victories since Majestic Prince in 1969.
Land Over Sea and Lewis Bay rounded out the top three in front of 124,589 spectators.
Dr. Keith Latson will be on hand to provide health reports regarding the athletes in the Kentucky Oaks and Derby races.
Nyquist goes off as the 3-1 favorite in the 142nd Kentucky Derby, taking place May 7 at Churchill Downs.
ReRun Inc., the Equine Encore Foundation, and the Foxie G Foundation were recognized for aiding Thoroughbreds.
The alliance is designed to establish standards and practices to promote safety and integrity in horse racing.
Representatives educated Congress members about the Thoroughbred Horseracing Integrity Act of 2015.
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