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Kentucky September 12, 2023

Racing oversight panel recommends safety measures after 12 horse deaths at Churchill Downs

A federally-established oversight body for horse racing has released a report regarding the deaths of 12 horses at Churchill Downs during the spring season.

Puerto Rico August 22, 2023

Puerto Rico investigation launched as 35 cats found dead at horse racing facility

Authorities in Puerto Rico have launched an investigation following a a security guard's discovery of 35 dead cats at a horse racing facility, as confirmed by the police on Tuesday.

Horse Racing August 6, 2023

NFL legend's horse euthanized after suffering catastrophic injury during race

Maple Leaf Mel, a horse co-owned by NFL legend Bill Parcells, suffered a catastrophic injury on Saturday and was euthanized after the race.

Horse Racing July 17, 2023

Funny Cide, 2003 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner, dead at 23

The beloved winner of the 2003 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, Funny Cide, has died from complications of colic. He was 23.

Horse Racing July 4, 2023

Churchill Downs extends Bob Baffert's ban through 2024

Churchill Downs on Monday announced it would extend Bob Baffert's ban from the racetrack and accused him of peddling a "false narrative" surrounding Medina Spirit.

North Carolina June 14, 2023

North Carolina becomes 28th state to legalize sports, horse racing betting

North Carolina on Wednesday became the 28th state to legalize mobile sports betting in hopes that will take effect as early as Jan. 8, 2024.

AMERICAS NEWSROOM June 12, 2023

Female trainer makes history with Belmont Stakes win with Arcangelo: 'It's amazing'

Female trainer Jena Antonucci's reaction to becoming the first woman to win a Triple Crown race went viral on social media after Saturday's Belmont Stakes.

Horse Racing June 11, 2023

2 horses die at Belmont Park, adding another black eye for sport during Triple Crown season

Two more horses have died at a Triple Crown race site, as the New York Racing Association announced that Excursionniste and Mashnee Girl were euthanized.

Horse Racing June 10, 2023

Arcangelo wins 155th Belmont Stakes

Arcangelo won the 155th Belmont Stakes on Saturday. Its trainer, Jena Antonucci, became the first female trainer to ever win a Triple Crown race.

Horse Racing June 10, 2023

Belmont Stakes betting: Bets you can place and where to make your wager

Betting on horse races like the Belmont Stakes is a fairly easy process. How you place your bet is going to differ depending on where you live since states have their own betting laws.

Horse Racing June 9, 2023

Racing at Belmont Park resumes ahead final leg of Triple Crown as air quality conditions improve: officials

Activities at Belmont Park have resumed after officials say the air quality in New York Has shown “significant improvement," just a day after canceling training and live racing.