Industry Voices

Outside commentary from the people who care about and participate in Thoroughbred racing

June 2010 - Posts

Triple Crown Needs More Communication

• 22 Jun 2010 11:15 AM
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The fact we haven't had a Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978 does not suggest the event is in need of a major overhaul.... Read More

Unemployment and Its Impact on Wagering

• 17 Jun 2010 9:40 AM
• 5 Comments

Pari-mutuel wagering on U.S. horse racing peaked in 2003 and has been stagnant or deteriorating ever since, with precipitous drops during the economic slowdown of 2008 and 2009.... Read More

Darley Flying Start Program Provides Foundation for Careers in Industry

• 8 Jun 2010 10:19 AM
• 5 Comments

Sheikh Mohammed's vision for a premier globally-oriented management training program pertaining to Thoroughbred breeding and racing came to fruition in 2003 with the launch of Darley Flying Start.... Read More

'Valley of Modesty' Has Others Taking Notice

• 2 Jun 2010 2:53 PM
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There is much ado about the meet at Monmouth Park in New Jersey, where the track operator, the NJSEA, the local Thoroughbred horsemen, and their breeder counterparts agreed after a lengthy debate to slash race dates in half, which would lead to large purses and, hopefully, bigger fields, higher attendance, and increased pari-mutuel handle.... Read More

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