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.

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.

Another Victory for Eight Belles

Eight Belles was born with the right genes, and since January 2008 she has been proving that she is the next racing wonder to look out for. After a thrilling victory at the Grade 2 Fantasy Stakes ($250 000), which was held at Oaklawn over the weekend, she has secured four consecutive wins, and punters are predicting that Eight Belles might just be the horse to take the upcoming Kentucky Oaks.

Comply or Die takes John Smith’s Grand National

Every ticket to the John Smiths’ Grand National race held at Aintree was sold out long before the race started. It is estimated that another six hundred million racing enthusiasts tuned in on their televisions to watch one of the most gripping horse racing events of the Aintree Grand National. Many punters were still battling to pick a winner amongst the worthy list of contenders, and those who did not choose Comply or Die were understandably disappointed, as he crossed the finish line four lengths in front of the second place runner.

Weekend Hustler Ranked Number One

Weekend Hustler is an amazing three-year-old horse that has not only become the most loved and supported horse racing contender in Australia, but his magnificent performances have caught the attention of the international horse racing industry. The International Federation of Horseracing Authorities has recently ranked the Australian sensation, Weekend Hustler, as the leading horse in his age group, giving him a rating of 122. Not only does this rating acknowledge the power and superb racing abilities of Weekend Hustler, but it also reflects well on the breeding programs of Australia.

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