Quarter Horse Racing

Commission Approves License For KY Quarter Horse Track

The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) today (Tuesday, July 26) awarded its ninth and final license to a new facility with plans to re-introduce quarter horse racing to the Bluegrass state. Revol...

Ontario 2022 Race Dates Approved

December 15, 2021

On Wednesday, Dec. 15, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) released the first round of approved 2022 race dates for a selection of Ontario racetracks.

Ajax's 50-Year Quarter Horse History

In 1969, Alex Picov and his family opened the gates on their 65-acre family farm to friends and the community, creating the Picov Downs ‘J’ Track. Live Quarter Horse racing became a community staple.

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Ajax Downs Slots Deal Announced

October 09, 2018

It was announced this morning (Tuesday, Oct. 9) that a deal has been struck which will allow slot machine gaming to continue at Ajax Downs until at least 2026.

Failed Track Deal Could Hurt KY County

January 26, 2017

It has been reported that Floyd County officials in Kentucky are worried that a failed deal between Thunder Ridge Raceway owners Appalachian Racing Inc. and Keeneland could bankrupt the county.

COSA Supports Funding Plan

December 09, 2016

On Friday (Dec. 9), the Central Ontario Standardbred Association (COSA) issued the following statement in support of the long-term funding model proposed by Ontario Racing.

Ontario’s 2017 Approved Race Dates

December 02, 2016

On Thursday, December 1, in accordance with the recommendations of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) and Ontario Racing, the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario is...

Western Fair Supports Funding Plan

December 02, 2016

The following is a letter sent by Western Fair Association’s President and CEO Hugh Mitchell to Ontario Finance Minister Charles Sousa confirming his support, as well as Western Fair's, for the minist...

First Consultation Round Concludes

November 22, 2016

The seventh and final consultation session regarding the proposed long-term funding framework for Ontario's horse racing industry took place on Tuesday (Nov. 22) in Milton, Ont.

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Strong Turnout For Sixth Consultation

November 19, 2016

Approximately 150 people attended Saturday's public consultation session in Port Perry, Ontario, hosted by Ontario Racing (OR).

New Track Gambles On No Betting

Can a racetrack survive on races conducted without any form of pari-mutuel wagering? One track set to start next weekend will try to do exactly that.

‘Durham Live’ Threatening Ajax Downs

January 18, 2016

Officials in the Town of Ajax are concerned that if the proposed Durham Live Entertainment Centre in neighbouring Pickering is selected by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. for the site of a casino...

2016 Indiana Race Dates Approved

December 11, 2015

The Indiana Horse Racing Commission approved the 2016 race dates during its meeting on December 9.