Changes in the Fairmount Park Season

In the last few years, many racetracks have felt the pinch in regard to states and tracks that have combined casinos with racing and been able to increase their purses. The reduction in contenders affects smaller racetracks tremendously, as trainers move their horses to the horse racing events with the bigger purses. For Fairmount Park it has not been any different. With its neighboring states offering big purses, it has had to reduce its number of racing dates to keep its head above water, but things are looking up for Fairmount Park.

Spectacular Win for Gayego

Gayego has been improving with every racing event he enters. His fighting spirit and willpower have allowed him to stun the crowds with some spectacular finishes. Even though he has not won them all, his increasing power, stamina and experience, led spectators to hold their breath for the magnificent win that they believed would come, and which did, at the Arkansas Derby this weekend. Gayego thrilled spectators with a glorious victory, and will most definitely be looked out for at the Kentucky Derby.

“The First Saturday in May”

Even seasoned punters are sometimes unaware of what happens behind the scenes of horse racing. They merely look at the names on the racing card, follow their favorite horse’s performance from race to race and hope that their predictions will deliver a winner. And one of the most popular and legendary races is the Kentucky Derby. But there is a lot of care, training, celebration and disappointment that spectators don’t know about. They have little understanding of the chances taken or the people who have taken risks, as well as the long, sometimes frustrating road, to make it to the top.

Fasig-Tipton under the Hammer

William B. Fasig and Edward A. Tipton established the Fasig-Tipton Company in 1898, with its original headquarters being in New York City. In 1972, the company was permanently founded in Lexington. As the oldest auction house for thoroughbred horses in North America, the company conducts auctions at various locations such as Miami, Grand Prairie, Lexington, Timonium and Saratoga Springs. Recently, the Dubai based Synergy Investments Ltd. expressed their interest in purchasing Fasig-Tipton, and negotiations started.

Running Aces Harness Park Open for Racing

Minnesota has been waiting anxiously for the Running Aces Harness Park grand opening, which took place on the weekend. Opening to the public for the first time on Friday, 11 April 2008, it was a great moment filled with excitement and anticipation, as the Running Aces Harness Park is the first professional track for harness racing in Minnesota. Its construction not only opens the doors to permanent harness racing events, but has created job opportunities and a positive influence on the economy of the state.

Lone Star Park Ready for Racing Action

Yesterday, April 10th, was the opening day for the spring season of horse racing action at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie. Even though the last season was a little wetter than expected, it did not dampen the racing spirit of entries or that of spectators. With a little bit luck, they will be spared the downpour of rain for the 2008 season. The new improvements to the track and a jam-packed racing schedule, mean Lone Star Park is ready for show stopping live horse racing.

Jockey Dreams Come True

The Palmowski family did not have anything to do with horses or racing. They did not own a horse, and only watched horse racing events in passing on the television screen. It is therefore understandable that they were visibly shocked when their fourteen year old son, Joseph Palmowski, announced that he wanted to become a jockey. His dream of riding some of the greatest horses in the horse racing industry started after he watched the Grand National, and his determination gave him the courage to take on the challenge that would shape his future.

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