Reigning Eclipse champion turf female Moira and three-time North American grade 1 winner Anisette are set to make their seasonal debuts April 5, but they'll do so south of the Equator in the Doncaster Mile (G1) at Randwick Racecourse.View the full article
NZTR Statement on Animal Welfare Charges
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) acknowledges the decision today of the Racing Integrity Board’s (RIB’s) Adjudicative Committee regarding Mr John Malcolm and fully supports the decisive action taken against anyone who mistreats animals.
NZTR does not tolerate any behaviour whatsoever that compromises animal welfare.
At an early stage of the RIB’s investigation last year, both Mr John Malcolm and Mrs Rachel Malcolm’s licences were immediately suspended by NZTR, pending the outcome of the adjudicative process.
In today’s decision related to Mr John Malcolm, the penalty determined by the Adjudicative Committee for four serious racing offences and seven breaches of welfare standards is a lifetime disqualification from any involvement in the Thoroughbred industry.
NZTR Chief Executive Matt Ballesty confirmed support for the decision. “NZTR fully supports this outcome and remains committed to upholding the highest standards of care and treatment for Thoroughbred horses. We have zero tolerance towards any actions that compromise their wellbeing.”
“The decision regarding Mr John Malcolm sends a clear message that animal welfare is paramount in our industry, and we fully support the outcome.”
NZTR will continue to enforce strict standards to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all horses within the industry.
Geez some people complain about one stable but their fees pale in comparison to this FRAC Club. They whip out 10% of the net stakes AFTER Trainer and Jockey percentages so that leaves 74% of the stake for the FRAC and majority shareholders. Then they take 10% of the sale price at the end of racing AND if applicable a breeding right. The trainer doesn't seem to get anything from the sale.
The FRAC club only owns 40% of the horse and if you multiply the 2,250 x $260 =$463,000 for 2 years (or less). Wow I'd say the 60% owners are getting a free ride!
I saw Norfolk Islands on the list. 29% tariffs. Head punch, upper cut, 👊 there you go Norfolk Islands, take that you little fucka. That's what you get for trying to rip off the mighty United States of America. "USA, USA, USA, USA USA... "
Leaders in the United States and Canada have indicated they will honor the existing United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement for some goods, including Thoroughbreds. Horses will continue to cross the U.S.-Canada border duty-free.View the full article
Heavy Rain Watch
Period:
11hrs from 9am - 8pm Fri, 4 Apr
Area:
Waikato, Waitomo, and Taumarunui apart from Tongariro National Park
Forecast:
Periods of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria. Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.
Issued: 9:16am Fri 4 AprNext update: 9:00pm Fri 4 Apr
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