Kentucky's horse industry is strong by any measure: economically, culturally, and politically. But that strength did not happen by accident. It was built through years of consistent engagement with lawmakers by groups such as the Kentucky Thoroughbred Association (KTA), the Kentucky Thoroughbred Farm Managers Club (KTFMC), and the Kentucky Equine Education Project (KEEP). Participation by

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Hall of Fame trainer King Leatherbury, whose career spanned eight decades and included 52 training titles combined at Pimlico and Laurel, has passed away. He was 92 and died Tuesday at his home. “He's one of a kind, said one of his twin sons, Taylor Leatherbury. “There's never been a man more appropriately named than

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Following a review of its contemporary Hall of Fame voting panel and a comprehensive evaluation of the overall nominating and election process, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame has made several updates prior to the 2026 election cycle.   A voter survey was conducted in December 2025 to guarantee an electorate that

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The official logo for the 158th running of the GI Belmont Stakes presented by NYRA Bets, which will be held at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday June 6, was released by the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) on Tuesday. This year will mark the third and final edition of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival

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The 35th edition of the Aug. 22 $1-million GI Pacific Classic tops 37 stakes slated for this summer's 87th season at Del Mar. The “Classic” will headline a card featuring the GI Del Mar Oaks, GII Del Mar Mile and the GII Green Flash Handicap. Del Mar opens its summer season on Friday, July 17,

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