After finishing second in the first three stakes tries of his career, Morning Fire dug down Saturday, Jan. 23 to hold off a stretch challenge from Epic Journey and win the $100,000 Pasco Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs.
Monthly Archives: January 2016
Ward No Longer KHRC Executive Director
Former trainer John T. Ward has left his position as executive director of the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission, the second major leadership departure at the regulatory agency since Matt Bevin assumed office as governor.
Ward No Longer KHRC Executive Director
Former trainer John T. Ward has left his position as executive director of the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission, the second major leadership departure at the regulatory agency since Matt Bevin assumed office as governor.
Want to fix gambling laws in Texas? Use your vote
Many Texans are fond of gambling, and many of them are not fond of Attorney General Ken Paxton for issuing an opinion on Tuesday saying daily fantasy sports gambling is illegal in Texas. Some Texans are unhappy with Gov. Greg Abbott for telling Texas Lottery Commission officials in November to stop trying to add a fantasy sports game to the state’s lottery offerings.
Badger 5 Winners to Split $279,000 Jackpot
According to a release, two lucky Wisconsin lottery players matched all five numbers in the Badger 5 drawing on Wednesday, January 20 to split the night’s $279,000 jackpot. The Wisconsin Lottery said that the lucky winners purchased their tickets in Winnebago and Door County at Jandu Petroleum at 154 North 4th Avenue in Sturgeon Bay and Service Oil Company at 2531 Omro Road in Oshkosh.
Plaintiff alleges 'improper and unlawful maneuvering' by Las Vegas Sands
District Court Judge Elizabeth Gonzalez smiles during the wrongful termination case of former Sands Macau President Steven Jacobs on May 1, 2015, at the Clark County Justice Center in Las Vegas. Lawyers for Las Vegas Sands have filed a motion to disqualify Gonzalez, drawing an emergency motion from Jacobs seeking to prevent further stalling the 5-year-old case.
Was A 33million winning lottery ticket destroyed in the wash? Woman…
As the hunt for the owner of the unclaimed 33million Lotto jackpot intensified, a woman has reportedly come forward claiming to have the winning ticket. According to The Times, the blonde-haired woman presented the tattered bit of paper to a newsagent in Worcester yesterday.
Far Right Set for 2016 Debut at Oaklawn Park
Grade III winner Far Right is scheduled to make his 4-year-old debut Jan. 28 at Oaklawn Park in a third-level allowance/optional claiming race for older horses at a mile.
Far Right Set for 2016 Debut at Oaklawn Park
Grade III winner Far Right is scheduled to make his 4-year-old debut Jan. 28 at Oaklawn Park in a third-level allowance/optional claiming race for older horses at a mile.
Changes to European Pattern Races Announced
Europe will see two fewer group I events in 2016, from 87 in 2015 to 85, following a number of changes to group and listed races approved by the European Pattern Race Committee at its Jan. 18 meeting.
Changes to European Pattern Races Announced
Europe will see two fewer group I events in 2016, from 87 in 2015 to 85, following a number of changes to group and listed races approved by the European Pattern Race Committee at its Jan. 18 meeting.
Mor Spirit Works Toward Robert B. Lewis
Michael Lund Peterson’s Mor Spirit continued to work toward his 3-year-old debut Jan. 23 at Santa Anita Park with a six-furlong workout under regular jockey Gary Stevens.
Mor Spirit Works Toward Robert B. Lewis
Michael Lund Peterson’s Mor Spirit continued to work toward his 3-year-old debut Jan. 23 at Santa Anita Park with a six-furlong workout under regular jockey Gary Stevens.
Illuminator Shines on Big Day in South Africa
The Glen Puller-trained Illuminator downed favorite Silver Mountain to win the inaugural CTS Million Dollar at Kenilworth on Saturday, Jan. 23 in South Africa.
Aqueduct Cancels Sunday Card
Due to severe winter weather, the New York Racing Association cancelled racing and simulcasting at Aqueduct Jan. 23 and will not race Jan. 24, although the track is expected to be open for simulcasting Jan. 24.
Aqueduct Cancels Sunday Card
Due to severe winter weather, the New York Racing Association cancelled racing and simulcasting at Aqueduct Jan. 23 and will not race Jan. 24, although the track is expected to be open for simulcasting Jan. 24.
International Game Technology (IGT) Downgraded by Zacks Investment Research to Sell
According to Zacks, “International Game Technology PLC is a gaming company. The Company is engaged in design, development, manufacture and marketing of casino-style gaming equipment, systems technology, and game content.
International Game Technology (IGT) Downgraded by Zacks Investment Research to Sell
According to Zacks, “International Game Technology PLC is a gaming company. The Company is engaged in design, development, manufacture and marketing of casino-style gaming equipment, systems technology, and game content.
Burbank woman wins $4M in scratch-off lottery game
A southwest suburban woman won’t have to wait on her tax refund to splurge after winning $4 million on a scratch-off lottery ticket “I am absolutely shocked. I can’t even think straight!” Marie Baio of Burbank said when she turned in the winning Fabulous Fortune ticket at the Illinois Lottery Prize Center in Des Plaines, according to a statement from the lottery.
Aqueduct Cancels Saturday Simulcasting
Due to the continued impact of severe winter weather and the issuance of a State of Emergency in New York by Governor Cuomo, the New York Racing Association has cancelled all simulcasting at Aqueduct for Saturday, Jan. 23.