The funding is part of £55 million emergency package from the Scottish government intended to support sporting venues that have suffered financially from the absence of spectators, who have been barred from live sporting events since March.
Category Archives: Horse Racing
Breeders' Cup Runners Tackle Locals in Hong Kong
Two Breeders’ Cup runners from Ireland, including upset winner Order of Australia, take on a piece of Hong Kong’s racing history and a bright hope for its future Dec. 13 in the Longines Hong Kong Mile (G1).
Kamsin joins Annshoon Stud for 2021
Kamsin, a champion in his native Germany and also a grade 1 winner-producing sire, is to stand at Michael Shefflin’s Annshoon Stud in County Kilkenny, Ireland for the 2021 breeding season
Flores Injured in Fair Grounds Training Mishap
Apprentice jockey Victor Flores experienced head trauma in a spill during training Dec. 9 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, said Liz Morris, a friend of the rider.
Kentucky Downs Renovates Portion of Turf Course
Kentucky Downs—whose unique all-grass meet in September offers some of the highest purses in the country—recently completed the first major renovation of its turf course since the track was laid out in a field as a steeplechase course in 1990.
Flores Hospitalized After Fair Grounds Training Mishap
Apprentice jockey Victor Flores is hospitalized in New Orleans with head trauma after a spill during training Dec. 9 at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, said Liz Morris, a friend of the rider.
Soumillon Off Hong Kong Mounts Due to COVID-19
Christophe Soumillon will miss his rides in the Dec. 13 Hong Kong International Races after it emerged the star rider needs to undergo further COVID-19 testing before being cleared to leave quarantine.
Sally's Curlin Sets Sights on Rampart Stakes
CJ Thoroughbreds, Left Turn Racing, and Casner Racing’s Sally’s Curlin will try to bring home the third grade 3 score of her career Dec. 12 when she takes on a field of five in the $100,000 Rampart Stakes (G3) at Gulfstream Park.
Speed Key Ingredient in Fort Lauderdale Stakes
Trying to predict who will be in front during the early stages of the $200,000 Fort Lauderdale Stakes (G2T) could prove to be even more difficult than tabbing the winner of the Dec. 12 race.
Stewards Dismiss Justify, Hoppertunity Complaints
The board of stewards at Santa Anita Park will take no action regarding Justify’s 2018 Santa Anita Derby (G1) win, as it has dismissed a California Horse Racing Board complaint.
Mr. Buff an Unmistakable Presence in the Alex M. Robb
Provided he does well in the coming days, Mr. Buff could return to Aqueduct Racetrack to head the $100,000 Alex M. Robb Stakes vs. New York-bred rivals Dec. 12. Trainer John Kimmel wants to monitor him before committing to the rapid turnaround.
Lady's Island Aims to Defend Sugar Swirl Victory
Five-time stakes winner Lady’s Island returns to Gulfstream Park Dec. 12 for the $100,000 Sugar Swirl Stakes (G3), a six-furlong sprint for fillies and mares that the daughter of Greatness won last year by 6 3/4 lengths.
Tatweej Seeks Return on Investment in Harlan's Holiday
Three years after he first lit up the sales ring by selling for $2.5 million as a yearling, Tatweej has an opportunity to grab headlines for his racing performance. He races in the Harlan’s Holiday Stakes (G3) Dec. 12 at Gulfstream Park.
New Vocations Awarded 2020 Lavin Cup from AAEP
The racehorse adoption program was honored Dec. 9 at the AAEP’s annual convention.
Scollay Earns AAEP Distinguished Service Award
Dr. Mary Scollay was recognized Dec. 9 during the AAEP’s 2020 annual convention.
Dr. Hay to Lead the AAEP in 2021
At the AAEP’s annual convention, Dr. Scott Hay was installed as the new president.
Palmer Receives Sage Kester Award
The AAEP presented its 2020 Sage Kester “Beyond the Call” Award to Dr. Scott Palmer.
Voting Underway in the NTRA Eclipse 50 Contest
Fans can pick their top 10 favorite Eclipse Award winners from the past 50 years.
ARCI Approves New Amendments to Its Model Rules
New rules include the further restriction of the use of clenbuterol.
Tampa Bay Downs to Raise Overnight Purses 10%
Tampa Bay Downs will increase purses for all races except stakes by approximately 10% beginning Dec. 16. The increase will be $1,500 for maiden special weight and allowance races and $1,000 for claiming and starter races.