Number of Thoroughbred Mares Bred Fell 10% in 2011
Press Release
October 20, 2011
Statistics from The Jockey Club for the 2011 North American breeding season show the number of stallions
Statistics from The Jockey Club for the 2011 North American breeding season show the number of stallions
Richard Hughes says he will not race again unless the new regulations regarding whip use in races are changed.
The TIP will reward the versatility of the Thoroughbred horse through sponsorship of special classes at shows.
Regulators cite a pattern of rules violations–including numerous equine drug infractions–in revocation.
Breeders’ Cup participants will pledge a percentage of their earnings to support retired racehorses’ care.
Two British jockeys received suspensions for excessive use of the whip during races at Salisbury Racecourse.
On Oct. 9 the Tevis Cup committee presented the Haggin Cup to ride winners Jeremy Reynolds and Riverwatch.
Reynolds and the Arabian gelding Riverwatch clocked a time of 100 miles in 10 hours, 31 minutes.
The Tevis track was rerouted after six to 10 inches of snow fell on parts of the trail.
The agenda for the NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance seminar was announced Oct. 4.
The Tevis Cup’s date change means competitors will have an added challenge of cooler competition weather.
Researchers are learning what genes (when found or not found) could suggest about a Thoroughbred’s potential.
Researchers found that using a whip on a racehorse does not necessarily encourage him to run faster.
Thoroughbreds in need of homes will now be listed publicly on thoroughbredconnect.com, the Jockey Club said.
The Thoroughbred colt broke both sesamoids in his right ankle after working at Santa Anita Park on Sept. 22.
Researchers examined which factors–such as lameness–prompt endurance horses’ elimination from competition.
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