ARCI Panel Discusses How to Stop Cheating in Horse Racing
Edited Press Release
April 19, 2017
A panel believes keys include additional out-of-competition testing, investigators, and research.
A panel believes keys include additional out-of-competition testing, investigators, and research.
All cases involve the use of substances banned under the FEI’s Equine Anti-Doping and Controlled Medication Regulations.
Measures cover arrival times, veterinary treatments and records, out-of-competition drug testing, and more.
An endurance rider received a 30-month suspension while a para-equestrian’s provisional suspension was lifted.
Some veterinarians use this synthetic progestin in an attempt to suppress estrus and related behaviors in mares.
The University of Illinois Analytical Forensic Testing Laboratory performs drug testing for the Illinois Racing Board.
Conference attendees will discuss what is and isn’t working in racing regulation.
Three former regulators will comprise the independent panel that will certify compliance with key integrity standards.
Ohio’s racing commission will review medications, out-of-competition drug testing, and RMTC and ARCI recommendations.
The RMTC urged racing authorities to adopt the rules approved by the Association of Racing Commissioners International.
Scientists in Hong Kong validated a “dilute-and-shoot” test that can check for more than 40 difficult-to-detect drugs.
The adjustment means minor infractions aren’t treated on par with serious violations in determining extra penalties.
The board voted to create a regulatory compliance program, setting minimum integrity standards based on the Model Rules.
Focus groups and a survey revealed industry support for a centralized rule making entity for racehorse medication rules.
The recommendations from the RMTC and NTRA are designed to encourage the use of best practices at racetracks.
Work with your vet to find the best options for your horse that are within your breed or show association’s drug rules.
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