![]() Harper and Bahr noted that some participants in the Breeders’ Cup World Thoroughbred Championships - slated Nov. Most trainers understand the ramifications of horses breaking down.” I’m happy to report that I have found a culture change back there. “Primarily last year, there was a big challenge to really change the culture of the backstretch, and making sure the trainers and those involved (in racing) realize how perilous our sport was. “All these things came together pretty well, so we’ll do it again,” Harper said. These measures include medication reform enhanced stable security additional veterinary protocols during morning training an entry review panel that reviews horses’ medical, training and racing history prohibition of the use of riding crops during morning workouts increased out-of-competition testing and a stakeholder advisory committee to discuss track surfaces, safety practices and operations. “Very rarely do you see race meets without one horse breaking down in a race. “The safety precautions put in place last summer worked really well for us,” Del Mar Chief Executive Officer Joe Harper said. Del Mar ended its summer season without a single serious injury during the races. The track plans to continue enforcing safety measures implemented after Santa Anita racetrack in Arcadia experienced 30 horse fatalities in the spring. ![]() “We’re loaded with fantastic racing, more events than ever, two free concerts, a beer and a wine fest, and different promotions this season,” said Chris Bahr, director of events and promotions.įourteen of the races on the calendar are stakes - nine of them graded - and they are worth a total of $1.95 million. 8, and will feature 15 action-packed days of racing through Dec. Del Mar’s fall meet - branded the “Bing Crosby Season” in honor of the racetrack founder - returns Nov.
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