Handle slumps in December as 2024 lags prior year
US wagering handle on Thoroughbred races plummeted 14% in December, as the industry suffered through another down year.
Racing
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Christmas-themed stakes close Parx Racing year
Parx Racing hosted three Christmas-themed stakes on new year's eve, and Nelson Avenue, Irish Maxima, and Offaly Cool starred.
Features
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Charles Town: 8 moments that mattered in 2024
From A to Z (well, actually more like W), eight stories that grabbed our attention during the past year at Charles Town Races.
Handicapping
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Laurel Park picks and ponderings: December 29, 2024
We provide full-card picks and analysis for this afternoon's races at Laurel Park.
Opinion
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Pimlico: Safe haven, keeper of memories, home
In this guest column, exercise rider and former jockey Emily Fewster reflects on the last days of the current version of Pimlico, her racing home.
Business
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Mike Hopkins steps down after 40 years at Md. Racing Commission
Maryland Racing Commission executive director Mike Hopkins will retire after today, ending a career that spanned 40 years and many industry changes.
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VIDEO: Playing Saturday’s Laurel late Pick 5
In this video, our handicappers dig into Saturday's late Pick 5 from Laurel Park, featuring two stakes.
