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Development of Horse Racing in Malaysia

Features - Editor - 01 December 2009

Horse racing, as a sport, was brought to Malaysia by British traders who came to the country in the 1800s. Malaysia, therefore, has a very rich horse racing history and the sport has become extremely popular. Even though horse racing was introduced as a foreign sport, it is now a part of the Malaysian culture and is well supported by horse racing enthusiasts.


Heat Exhaustion in Horses

Miscellaneous - Editor - 23 November 2009 Article Illustration

Summer months can be harsh due to high temperatures, and this can be just as dangerous to horses as it can to humans. Competitive horses are at greater risk, as they are expected to perform at their peak no matter what the weather conditions, and in the jumps racing industry heat exhaustion is the greatest enemy. There is, however, signs to look out for in regard to heat exhaustion, preventative measures and treatments, as if this condition is left untreated it can be fatal.

Cartier Racing Award Celebrations

Horse Racing News - Editor - 19 November 2009 Article Illustration

On 17 November 2009, the nineteenth Cartier Racing Awards ceremony took place at the Claridge Hotel, Mayfair. This prestigious event awards those in the horse racing industry for outstanding performances, and for contributions made to the sport. The awards, to recognize achievements, are allocated through a points system, where racing journalists and readers, have the opportunity to vote for the horses and community members they believe, deserve to be distinguished from the rest. It was a night of celebration and honor, as the winners of the 2009 Cartier Racing Awards were read.

Long Striders - Champions or Duds?

Miscellaneous - Ross Brunt - 17 November 2009 Article Illustration

The long striding racehorse is somewhat of a contradiction in racing circles; from this type of horse we get the two extremes of racehorses, the all-time champions and the one paced snails. Why is there such a pronounced contrast in horses that have long strides?

updated 12:44 pm. UTC, Thu December 03, 2009

Racing News

Trainer Is Suspended...
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The trainer Kiaran McLaughlin said he would not challenge a 30-day suspension for violating horse medication rules in Kentucky, although he insisted he was trying to prevent his horses from coughing, not give them an edge.

Ira Hanford, Who Rode Winner of ?36 Derby, Di...
Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Mr. Hanford, known as Babe, was an 18-year-old apprentice jockey when he won the 1936 Kentucky Derby in his only appearance in the race.

Aqueduct Racetrack Still Awaits a Decision...
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

After eight years and a recession, state officials cannot agree on an operator for the Aqueduct racetrack, despite a promise of $1 million in gambling revenue a day.

Grandpa Loved Horses, or How a Filly Got Her ...
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Randy Vogt?s grandfather used to take him to the racetrack. In 2006, he entered a contest to name a horse, and won. Introducing One for Grandpa.

Bobby Frankel, 68, Trainer of Champion Horses...
Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Mr. Frankel was one of the most successful American thoroughbred trainers of the last 40 years, though he never won the Kentucky Derby.

Female Heart Down the Homestretch...
Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

It is so rare for a female thoroughbred to reign in the stud-driven sport that a dream now consumes the racing world: a match between Rachel Alexandra and Zenyatta.

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