Joe Talamo is off his mounts for the Jan. 22 opening day card at Oaklawn Park after testing positive Friday at the Arkansas track for COVID-19. The jockey is asymptomatic.
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Race Dates Established by NYRA, Travers is Aug. 28
The New York Racing Association announced Jan. 22 its racing calendar for the year, which calls for 202 live race days at Aqueduct Racetrack, Belmont Park, and Saratoga Race Course.
Hong Kong Star Golden Sixty Returns at Sha Tin
Three big races highlight one of Hong Kong’s most important days Jan. 24 but the biggest name in any of them is Golden Sixty, the favorite to land his 12th straight win and second straight group 1 title while facing seven rivals in the Stewards’ Cup.
Potential for Upsets on Gulfstream's Pegasus Day Card
Seven of the eight graded stakes Saturday, Jan. 23 take place at Gulfstream Park, anchored by the Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1) and the Pegasus World Cup Turf (G1T), which will be televised on NBC from 4:30-6 pm ET.
Half Brother to Justify Debuts at Gulfstream Park
On a Jan. 23 afternoon at Gulfstream with seven stakes, including the $3 million Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes (G1), a $50,000 maiden contest for 3-year-olds, the sixth race, is one of the most compelling races from a pedigree perspective.
NYTB Seats 2021 Board, Gallo Re-Elected President
The board of directors of New York Thoroughbred Breeders held its first meeting of 2021 Jan. 21 and re-elected Thomas J. Gallo, III as board president.
Woke Culture Comes to Poker: Gender Neutral Cards Cause a Storm
First it was gender neutral restrooms, now playing cards have been given a 21st century makeover thanks to forensic psychology graduate, Indy Mellink.
Has woke culture gone too far or is Indy Mellink on to something with her gender neutral playing cards? (Image: Reuters)
In step with the zeitgeist, Mellink has designed, made, and distributed more than 1,500 packs of gender neutral cards.
Her epiphany came whilst playing games with her family last summer. For Mellink, “subtle inequalities,” such as kings outranking queens, are problematic for society.
Sheldon Adelson: A Tribute to the Man
A look at the legacy of Sheldon Adelson, Chairman and CEO of Las Vegas Sands, who passed away in January at the age of 87.
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Sheldon Adelson: A Tribute to the Man
A look at the legacy of Sheldon Adelson, Chairman and CEO of Las Vegas Sands, who passed away in January at the age of 87.
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Single Purpose
When vaccines become widely available, consumer confidence will return and gaming will thrive.
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Single Purpose
When vaccines become widely available, consumer confidence will return and gaming will thrive.
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Mixing It Up
While the December 2020 Game Performance Report by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming shows a slight dip in the recovery that began following the pandemic lockdowns earlier in 2020, it has a few interesting tidbits. Below left, the denominations of slot games across the floor of casinos that report their activity to EKG are slanted mightily… Read more »
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Blackjack Trends
When it comes to blackjack in the casino industry, it’s clear that what happens in Vegas does not stay in Vegas. Most variations of blackjack started at a Las Vegas property, either on the Strip or Downtown, and have spread across the U.S. and around the world. That’s why John Mehaffey’s annual survey of Las… Read more »
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Looking Ahead
With 2020 in the rearview mirror, what’s on tap for 2021?
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AGEM Board of Directors Actions
January 2021
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AGEM Member Profile
CS-1 Transportation Inc.
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Helping Consumers Love Your Brand
Creating brand love is creating loyalty. But creating loyalty is a complex, multi-layered process.
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Show Me the Money
Sportsbooks have always been a low-margin business. With their proliferation the past two years, who has gotten the most profit?
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The Mirage: The Casino That Changed Everything
This spectacular casino property has laid the groundwork for today’s integrated resort
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The Mirage: The Casino That Changed Everything
This spectacular casino property has laid the groundwork for today’s integrated resort
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