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Steve Byk Kentucky Derby 152 - Post Race 🌹 Churchill Downs
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Sunday, June 28, will be a bittersweet day for millions of fans who have been a part of New York racing history at the track affectionately known as the Big A. Aqueduct Racetrack will close its doors forever at the conclusion of the June 28 card. ⤵️ nyra.com/aqueduct/news/farew…
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Thanks to the Jason Beem and TwinSpires for having my guy Bob on to talk about the people who make this game possible. 🐎
Really enjoyed talking to Bob about the work he and Rasi are doing with @RealBackstretch
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“There’s no one that loves winning more than me, but no one who accepts and learns from losing more than me…” Serial entrepreneur and horse racing owner @RepoleStable on winning vs losing, and the importance of family. Watch below, and subscribe: youtube.com/c/MegynKelly/?su…
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“Saratoga really is a special place” -@stoolpresidente on @wakeupbarstool
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“We are asking you to recognize that the horse farmers, owners, trainers and breeders supporting an end to horse slaughter shipments to Mexico and Canada are not your opponents, but rather your peers,” writes @PatCummingsNTA. thoroughbreddailynews.com/le…
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My original pair is on display at the @KentuckyDerby museum so we got a new and improved pair
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When @BeemieAwards asked me to be a guest on his Podcast, as they say in the Poker World, I ‘insta-called’. He’s an important voice in our Sport, but above all he’s kind & relatable. This led to a fun conversation & I was able to break some news about a project that can help fill the void when @FanDuel TV goes away. Hope you can find time to listen 🤓
Jason welcomes in long-time racing television host and broadcaster @ToddTTV to talk about his life in racing, share some old stories, what's next for him, and much more! 🎧 Listen Here ⬇️ spr.ly/6017B8nC6v
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Great news!!!!! The ban on transporting horses to slaughter passed a House Committee last night and will be voted on in a bigger House bill in the near future. Today is a monumental day, not just for Thoroughbreds, but for all horses. There is still a lot of work to do to get this across the finish line, but this was a massive and very important first step. Thank you to Chris Heyde and Pat Cummings of the National Thoroughbred Alliance for their relentless persistence and hard work. If we really want change, we CAN make change happen. If we are willing to put in the effort, we CAN GET THINGS DONE. We got involved earlier this year when it became crystal clear that, after decades, key industry entities were not producing results. Today is a great day for Thoroughbreds and all horses, but it also saddens me to think about how many horses could have been saved from a cruel ending if the so-called leaders of our sport had acted with more urgency years ago. This is what happens when people stop talking and start doing. ❤️🙏 🐎
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Early Friday morning, the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed a surface transportation reauthorization bill that includes a bipartisan ban on transporting horses for slaughter. @suefinley has the details. thoroughbreddailynews.com/ve…
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Happy Bday Real Rasi!!! 🐎🔥
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Congrats Nathan!!
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Looking for this feeling? Looking to fill a couple stalls...let's make memories !x.com/i/status/1824539757986…

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"I never thought in a million years i'd find myself in the Winner's circle training a horse in Saratoga, it feels like the Travers to me!" Congratulations to Saratoga’s own Jennifer Paragallo @saratogarobin on her first win at the Spa with Dunedin Causeway! 🎙️@MaggieWolfndale
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On the opening day of the last Pimlico Race Meet, turf writers John Scheinman and Vinnie Perrone reminisce and share their amazing stories of years gone by. youtu.be/xMPuJyY-baA
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Assistant trainer Omar Sanchez speaks on the influence and mentorship of Hall of Fame trainer Mark Casse a horseman whose impact reaches far beyond the winners circle.
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Assistant trainer Omar Sanchez speaks on the influence and mentorship of Hall of Fame trainer Mark Casse a horseman whose impact reaches far beyond the winners circle.
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🎙️ In the second installment of the TDN Business Hour, host @1000Naj is joined by Louis Cella, the President of @OaklawnRacing, to discuss his blueprint for success - in terms of live race-day experience and wagering handle - and what other tracks must do to remain competitive. Watch the full episode here: youtu.be/UGpM5tIZefw?si=N6-7…
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As one of her clients, one of the things I most respect about Cherie is her integrity. Here she is just saying that she's doing her best to exist in a reality that she's still wrapping her head around; and frankly, she hasn't had time. She's doing outstandingly.
Cherie has done an absolutely spectacular job being everywhere the last 5 days. Couldn’t have asked for a better spokesperson for racing. She’s building interest along the way and the impact is something we’ll realize long after this year’s TC races.
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