Saratoga Race Course

New Rules Proposed After Investigation

November 23, 2015

On Monday, November 23, the New York State Gaming Commission announced it will pursue 'sweeping' equine drug medication regulations in the wake of its investigation into allegations against the practi...

Jockey Fined $15K For Wearing Logos

September 01, 2015

The New York State Gaming Commission has slapped American Pharoah’s jockey, Victor Espinoza, with a $15,000 fine for having worn promotional branding on his racing silks and boots during the $1.6-mill...

Racing ‘Tweet’ Delays Star’s Plea Deal

August 05, 2014

It has been reported that a plea deal for a Hollywood celebrity was delayed last week due to a ‘disturbing’ tweet from a horse racing organization.

Tom Durkin To Call It A Career

It has been reported that legendary Thoroughbred announcer Tom Durkin will be retiring one week after this year’s Travers Stakes at Saratoga Race Course.

State Actions Against NYRA Won't Impact Purses

New York State Thoroughbred Breeding & Development Fund Chairman John D. Sabini today stressed that New York’s thoroughbred breeding industry is sound and will not be impacted by the State’s withh...

Track Slashes Food, Beer Prices

Many would agree there is nothing better than good food and a cold beverage when you are out at the racetrack. Although, the prices for such items often cause many to raise an eyebrow. One track is ro...

Positives And Negatives Of New York State Racino Expansion Discussed

February 08, 2011

During yesterday's talks with New York State Senate's Standing Committee on Racing, Wagering and Gaming, parties discussed turning state racinos into full fledged casinos. Although, there were also ca...

Luxury Suites At Saratoga Race Course?

August 23, 2010

According to a report, the New York Racing Association has plans to install updated luxury suites at Saratoga Race Course if it can obtain the capital necessary to fund such an