The Jockey Club Announces Thoroughbred Safety Coalition Support
Edited Press Release
November 22, 2019
The Thoroughbred registry is calling for all U.S. racetracks to join the group.
The Thoroughbred registry is calling for all U.S. racetracks to join the group.
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