New Zealand Derby – 1 March 2008

The Auckland Racing Club is located at the Ellerslie Racecourse, which is the premier racecourse in Auckland, New Zealand. Not only does it provide a pristine right handed turf track for thoroughbred racing events, but its steeplechase track is legendary. Set amongst landscaped gardens, manicured lawns and the unlimited number of shady trees, the Ellerslie Racecourse is known for its breathtaking beauty and tranquil surroundings. It is host to approximately twenty six major racing events during the year, including the Auckland Cup, Summer Carnival and the New Zealand Derby.

Dubai World Cup 2008

The Dubai World Cup is known to be one of the premier international horse racing events of the year. The Dubai World Cup 2008 will take place on 28 February 2008. It is an event that features some of the greatest horses in the world, and every trainer, owner and jockey strives throughout the year to be invited to this rich purse race of a staggering $6 million. And with many big names in racing heading to this magnificent event, it is guaranteed to be a racing extravaganza filled with excitement, anticipation and nail-biting finishes.

Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds Racecourse

The Louisiana Derby, or what was to become the Louisiana Derby, was inaugurated in 1898, with the first winner of this spectacular race being Presbyterian. As with the race itself, the racecourse has a rich and colorful history, and remains one of the oldest racecourse sites still operating in the horse racing industry today. The winning combination between the Fair Grounds Racecourse and the Louisiana Derby has made this event a premier gathering of the horse racing community and an important race in the Fair Grounds Racecourse racing season.

Blue Diamond Stakes in Australia

The Caulfield Racecourse, in Australia, is located approximately eight kilometers outside of Melbourne. It is affectionately known as “The Heath”, for when racing first started here, in the year 1859, jockeys were forced to navigate their horses through sand, bush and heath. Today the Caulfield Racecourse is one of the top racecourses in Australia, with the new course that was opened in 1996. This course accommodates three racing lengths, namely the 2000 meter, 1800 meter and 1700 meter. It is also home to the Melbourne Racing Club and the prestigious Blue Diamond Stakes.

Michigan’s ORC 2008 Initiatives

When the ORC, Office of Racing Commissioner, was first established, it was run under the 1933 Racing Act that allowed the ORC to regulate and to authorize pari-mutuel horse racing in the state of Michigan. Today, ruling under the 1995 Horse Racing Law, the ORC is an independent agency that is responsible for the regulations of all the race tracks and ensures that the sport remains fair and fun for all. Some of their duties include appointing veterinarians, appointing stewards, permits, licenses, approving track officials, formal hearings, disciplinary and criminal prosecution and drug testing.

The Bet Direct Winter Derby

Affectionately known as “Leafy Lingfield”, the Lingfield Park racecourse is the annual host for the Bet Direct Winter Derby. Set amongst the breathtaking beauty of a six hundred acre estate, complete with surrounding dense forests, lush green gardens and magnificent Victorian architecture, the 1890 racecourse has stood the test of time and is still one of the most prestigious racing venues in England. Located just outside Surrey, this racecourse sets aside its peaceful surroundings to bring the most thrilling and heart stopping live horse racing to spectators

Running of the Exciting Sunshine Millions

Sixteen years ago, Frank Stronach decided to approach the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association Inc., the California Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association and the Thoroughbred Owners of California in regard to a race that he envisioned. Along with the assistance of Santa Anita Park and the Gulfstream Park racecourses, the Sunshine Millions was born. As the owner of Magna Entertainment Corp, which oversees and operates many of the most well-known racecourses across the United States, Stronach managed to use his horse racing experience to create a race that has been enjoyed by racing stables, punters, jockeys and spectators through their continued annual support.

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