Trainer Bill Mott will send out the morning-line favorite in the $1.25 million Midsummer Derby in Juddmonte Farms’ Tacitus, the Belmont Stakes (G1) runner-up who drew post 6 at the Aug. 20 draw and was pegged as the 5-2 choice in a field of 12.
Monthly Archives: August 2019
Higher Power Surges to No. 5 in Breeders' Cup Rankings
Hronis Racing’s 4-year-old Higher Power, runaway winner of Saturday’s $1 million TVG Pacific Classic (G1) at Del Mar, has surged to the No. 5 spot in the latest Breeders’ Cup Classic Rankings.
Shalaa Filly Leads the Way in Arqana v2 Sale
Haras de Bouquetot resident Shalaa proved his appeal as his daughter, consigned by the Haras de la Louviere, led the way with little more than an hour of selling to go at the Arqana v2 sale which brought four days of trade in Deauville to a close.
L and N Scores Big with Rowdy Yates, Tone Broke
Looking back on L and N Racing’ recent success, co-owner Mike Levinson said the past several weeks have been crazy.
Logician to Test Unbeaten Record in Great Voltigeur
Logician puts his unbeaten record on the line when he steps up to group company for the first time Aug. 21 in an acid test of his St. Leger (G1) credentials.
Churchill Downs Meet Saw Reduced Equine Fatalities
A year after a spike in equine catastrophic injuries at its spring meet, Churchill Downs saw those injuries greatly reduced at the corresponding meet in 2019.
Stormy Liberal to Kentucky Downs' Runhappy Turf Sprint
Stormy Liberal, the two-time winner of the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint (G1T), is scheduled to run in the $700,000, Runhappy Turf Sprint (G3T), one of five graded stakes to be held at the upcoming Runhappy Meet at Kentucky Downs.
FOX Coverage of Travers Stakes Highlights Radio/TV Week
A guide to television and radio horse racing coverage during Travers Week, compiled by America’s Best Racing.
Crystal Ocean One to Beat in Juddmonte International
Nobody has won more runnings of York’s most prestigious race, the Juddmonte International Stakes (G1), than Sir Michael Stoute, a master with middle-distance horses who can call on the world’s best in Crystal Ocean.
GSA Announces 2019 Technology Summit: ‘Focus on Artificial Intelligence’
The exciting world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be the subject of the Gaming Standards Association’s (GSA) latest Technology Summit (GSATS), “Focus on Artificial Intelligence.” This crucial technology event for the gaming industry takes place November 6 and 7 at the Hyatt Regency in San Diego, Calif.
The in-depth summit is a follow up to last year’s overwhelmingly successful summit, “Focus on Blockchain.” Registration is available now at https://www.gamingstandards.com/en/gsa-technology-summit-focus-artificial-intelligence.
AI is defined as “the ability for computer-based programs to parse large volumes of data, identify patterns, learn those patterns, discern probable outcomes and make recommended actions based on that learning.”
As defined, AI has great applicability in the global gaming industry with use cases ranging from responsible gaming, such as, the early identification of potential problem gamers based on analysis of actions and the evaluation of pertinent big data, to tracking patrons feelings and analyzing their needs and interests allowing for the creation of better gaming experiences, anti-money laundering, identifying most valuable players, identifying efficiencies for revenue maximization, and a host of others.
Leading AI experts from around the world are scheduled to present at the event, including:
- Dr. Stasi Baran ~ COO, nQube Data Science Inc.
- Mr. Kiran Brahmandam ~ CEO, Gaming Analytics
- Mr. Andrew Cardno ~ CEO, Innovation Gaming Group
- Dr. Gavin Clarkson ~ Managing Director, Native American Capital
- Mr. Simo Dragicevic ~ Founder and CEO BetBuddy, a Playtech Company
- Mr. John English ~ Partner, MD Sports and Technology, Global Market Advisors
- Mr. Earle Hall ~ CEO AXES.ai
- Mr. Tim Huckaby ~ Founder and Executive Chairman, VSBLTY
- Mr. Amit Likhyani ~ Account Executive, Dynatrace
- Mr. Mark Pace ~ Managing Director, GSA Europe
- Mr. Clayton Peister ~ Managing Director, Differential Labs
- Mr. Joseph Pisano ~ Founder and CEO, Jade Group Companies
- Mr. Nimish Purohit ~ Sr. Director, Tech. Compliance, Aristocrat Technologies
- Mr. Travis Siegfried ~ Global Cognitive AI & Vision Solution Eng., IBM
- Dr. Ralph Thomas ~ Founder and President, Education Revolution LLC
- Mr. Markus Van Kempen ~ Corporate Strategy Executive, IBM
- Dr. Johannes Wilms ~ Sr. Data Scientist, NOVOMATIC AG
- Mr. George Yang ~ Founder and CEO, AI PROS
GSA is gratified to recognize our event sponsors: Diamond sponsor AXES.ai, a Cloud Information Management Platform that licenses actionable intelligence and applications to the Global Gaming & Amusement Industry and Platinum NOVOMATIC AG, a producer of high-tech gaming equipment and operator of electronic casinos, regular casinos and sports betting outlets, as well as a technology and service partner in the lottery segment.
Colonial Downs Broadcasting Races in High Definition
Colonial Downs, which opened on August 8 for its first live race meet since 2013, is broadcasting races this year in high definition. The signal upgrade was assisted through The Jockey Club High Definition (HD) Grant Fund.
Pitman Named Executive Director of Indiana Commission
After conducting a national search of qualified candidates, members of the Indiana Horse Racing Commission have named Deena Pitman as its newest executive director.
Thoroughbred Incentive Program Announces Award Winners
The Jockey Club Thoroughbred Incentive Program today announced the recipients of its two non-competition awards, the T.I.P. Thoroughbred of the Year Award and the T.I.P. Young Rider of the Year Award, for 2019.
Iowa All Age Thoroughbred Sale Set for Sept. 5
The Iowa Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association’s Fall All Age Thoroughbred Sale will be held Thursday, Sept. 5, at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines.
Louisiana Trainer Troy Young Dies at 58
Young was a rodeo champion and successful trainer for 30 years.
MLB Odds: Nationals hope to keep the excitement going against Pirates
MLB Odds: Nationals hope to keep the excitement going against Pirates
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EPL wk2 review: Lampard still winless; the Blades still undefeated
EPL wk2 review: Lampard still winless; the Blades still undefeated
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Hotshot Anna Repeats in Satin and Lace Stakes
Since returning from a nine-month layoff in late June, owner and trainer Hugh Robertson’s Hotshot Anna has continued her consistent ways and Aug. 19 landed a repeat victory of the $100,000 Satin and Lace Stakes at Presque Isle Downs.
Plans Forming for Higher Power's Route to Breeders' Cup
Hronis Racing’s Higher Power came out of his breakthrough victory in Del Mar’s TVG Pacific Classic (G1) well, trainer John Sadler reported Aug. 19.
Students head back to campus thanks to help from the Kentucky Lottery
As college students across Kentucky head back to school, a large number of them have proceeds from Kentucky Lottery sales to help pave the way.Financials, Kentucky, Scholarship, Education