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…tries. Aug. 27, 1953: The Thoroughbred Racing Associations denounced a plan for off-track betting in New York. John A. Morris, the TRA president, declared: “Although it could mean increased profits…

…Again in the Breeders?’ Cup Classic and was denied the title of racing’s all-time leading money earner. Skip Away was retired after the race with earnings of $9,616,360, second to…

…of group-purchasing and productivity services for the Thoroughbred racing industry. March 13, 2000: According to the ESPN Sports Poll, consumer interest in Thoroughbred racing increased by 3.1 percent among people…

…Byrne, who accepted a job as a private trainer for owner Frank Stronach. Jan. 8, 2000: Steven Walker of Lincoln, Neb., captured the inaugural $200,000 Daily Racing Form/NTRA National Handicapping…

…then a novelty in racing. Called the Lady Godiva Stakes, the event attracted such riders as Diane Crump, Tuesdee Testa and Robyn Smith. It was Penny Ann Early, however, who…

…years of racing in Australia, Phar Lap won 36 of 50 starts. March 20, 1969: Less than two months after she became the first woman to ride in a parimutuel…