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Rodney Jenkins remembered as consummate horseman
Trainer Rodney Jenkins, who passed away Dec. 5, was remembered by other horsemen today as a consummate horseman.
Marylander Jenna Elliott wins Eclipse Awards sweepstakes
Jenna Elliott, a 31-year-old horsewoman from Monkton, Md., has won the Resolute Racing Eclipse Awards Sweepstakes.
Monmouth Park purse subsidy continued through 2029
A new law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy will extend Monmouth Park’s purse subsidy, wiith the track receiving $10 million annually through 2029.
Rogers: Pimlico “a valuable part” of Md. Jockey Club
With Pimlico having closed August 31, Maryland Jockey Club president Mike Rogers called Old Hilltop a “valuable part of our organization” in a statement.
Darby to take full control of Monmouth Park
Darby Development has signed an 85-year lease agreement to take full control of Monmouth Park, with plans for expansion.
Wanamaker’s January catalog now available
January’s Wanamker’s online horse auction features 15 offerings, including a no-guarantee season to leading regional stallion Great Notion.
Charles Town, Parx cancel January 17 cards
Both Charles Town Races and Parx Racing canceled their January 17 live race cards because of the effects of the winter storm.
Questions and (some) answers about Pimlico Plus
The Pimlico Plus plan recently unveiled by the Maryland Racetrack Operating Authority spurs plenty of questions. Here are some, and some of the answers.
“To control our destiny”: Advocates make case for “Pimlico Plus”
Advocates of the Maryland Racetrack Operating Authority’s “Pimlico Plus” plan portray it as a chance to get a clean slate and “control our destiny.”
Kentucky Derby purse boosted to $5 million
The purse of the Kentucky Derby will rise to $5 million for 2024, and it now dwarfs the purses of the other jewels of the Triple Crown.
Jaime Rodriguez dead-heats for Jockey of the Week
Jockey Jaime Rodriguez won nine times at Laurel Park’s opening weekend of 2024 to dead-heat for the Jockeys’ Guild’s Jockey of the Week honors.
Second Fasig-Tipton Midlantic 2yo sale is Wednesday
Fasig-Tipton’s second Midlantic two-year-olds in training sale will take place June 28, with 85 hips scheduled to go through the ring.
Edgar Prado, Patrick Cummings featured on Off to the Races Radio
Off to the Races Radio returns Saturday, June 24 with its Maryland and Virginia editions: Hall of Famer Edgar Prado and more.
First horses arrive at Colonial Downs
The first horses arrived at Colonial Downs June 19 as the track begins in earnest go gear up for its 27-day 2023 meet.
Jockey Edgar Prado retires
Jockey Edgar Prado, who launched his career in Maryland and went on to reach the sport’s greatest heights, announced his retirement.
Sheldon Russell, Paco Lopez, Joel Rosario share jockey of the week
Sheldon Russell, Paco Lopez, and Joel Rosario all shared honors as this past week’s Jockeys’ Guild Jockey of the Week.
MHBA elects board of directors
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association (MHBA) has announced the results of its annual board elections for five open seats.
Michael Algeo steps down from “emasculated” Commission
Saying it has been “emasculated significantly,” Maryland Racing Commission chair Michael Algeo announced his resignation effective immediately.
Gov. Moore names Racetrack Authority appointees
Maryland Governor Wes Moore on June 9 named his appointees to the Maryland Racetrack Operating Authority, which is tasked with defining the sport’s future.
Charles Town cancels Thursday race card
Because of poor air quality as a result of the Canadian wildfires, Charles Town has canceled its Thursday evening race card.
