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Free Racing Data Is Out There—Stop Pretending It’s Not

One of the most common, but unfounded, complaints in horse racing circles is that horseplayers can’t access meaningful data without having to pay for it. There is truth in the…

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Beyond the Finish Line: Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Launches New Plan to Raise the Bar for Racehorses’ Second Careers

The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has launched an expanded strategic plan, developed in coordination with The Jockey Club, to support aftercare of racehorses. The initiative lays out a structure for stakeholders…

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Moisture Matters: The Science Behind Creating Safe Racetracks

Moisture meters help teams tune dirt tracks each day, improving cushioning and thoroughbred safety in training with data, not guesswork. Learn how and why it works.

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Famous Racing Rivalries Through the Decades

Explore some of the most iconic rivalries in U.S. horse racing history, from Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral to Curlin vs. Street Sense and Hard Spun, and discover how these thrilling duels turned fast horses into lasting legends.

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Horse Racing in 2025: Thrilling Racing, Breakout Winners and Excited Crowds

This year’s horse racing season delivered thrilling results, engaged crowds and Sovereignty’s breakout wins.

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The Science Behind Making Racetrack Surfaces Safe

When it comes to horse racing, the safety of equine and human athletes is paramount. That’s where Michael Peterson, PhD, and the Racing Surfaces Testing Laboratory (RSTL) come in. As…

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NTRA’s Bold Move: The ‘Safety Runs First’ Initiative for Thoroughbred Safety

The horse racing industry is taking bold steps just as Thoroughbred horse racing undergoes significant changes in the U.S. for the better. With the launch of “Safety Runs First,” the…

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From the Track to Trendsetting: America’s Best Racing Influencing a Lifestyle Revolution, Increasing TV Coverage 2,400%

In a world where traditional sports compete for the attention of a digital generation, America’s Best Racing (ABR) stands out as a pioneer in reshaping the image and influencing a…

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Championing Change: Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit

Established in 2006, thanks to the efforts of The Jockey Club and Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation, the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit provides a platform where genuine concerns…

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The Strides Taken: The Evolving History of the Equine Injury Database

For nearly two decades, the horse racing industry has witnessed a significant evolution in the way it addresses equine welfare and safety issues. Central to this transformation has been The…

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