Betfair Group Ltd. is acquiring TVG for $50 million, marking its entry into the U.S. market. Churchill Downs Inc. had been a speculated buyer for the horse racing network.
Barbaro's full brother, Nicanor, is set to make his racing debut this weekend or next, with trainer Michael Matz and jockey Edgar Prado.
A new proposal for casino-style gambling in Ohio could bring over $1 billion to the state via slot machines at racetracks and cities, bypassing a public vote.
Dunkirk, a $3.7M purchase, made his debut at Gulfstream Park, overcoming trouble to win impressively by 5 3/4 lengths. This colt shows immense potential.
Keeneland announces significant cuts to its Spring Meet, dropping two stakes races and reducing total purses by $600,000 amidst economic struggles.
John Conte wins the 10th annual Daily Racing Form/NTRA National Handicapping Championship, earning the $500,000 first-place prize and Handicapper of the Year title.
NYRA, traditionally conservative, is now embracing modernization. Discover how the New York Racing Association is evolving to connect with a younger audience and update its image.
Bay Meadows and Hollywood Park face closure, mirroring a long history of great Thoroughbred racetracks that have disappeared. Explore lost venues and their impact.
River Downs' 85th season may be its last as the Ohio horse track faces closure due to financial losses and the lack of expanded gaming. Management warns 2009 could be its final year.
Jockey Stewart Elliott celebrated his 4,000th North American win aboard Jake's Bandaid at Philadelphia Park. Learn more about his impressive career milestone.
Hinsdale Greyhound Park's bankruptcy puts $500k of bettors' money at risk as the CEO denies promising regulators full reimbursement.
The Pamplemousse upset the San Rafael Stakes, putting himself in Kentucky Derby contention. Get the full report on this promising 3-year-old.
