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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Story: The Big Kahuna’s Second Act

With only four career starts, The Big Kahuna retired from racing in early 2022 with $77,870 in earnings. Foaled in March 2017, the flashy bay gelding arrived at New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program in April of that year, ready for his next chapter. New Vocations is a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance accredited organization that is dedicated to rehabilitating, retraining, and rehoming off-the-track Thoroughbreds.

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Beginner’s Guide to the 2025 Del Mar Meet

For horse racing fans, one true indicator of summer is when Del Mar Thoroughbred Club opens its doors for its famed meet. The iconic San Diego-area track is an incredible place to visit whether you’re a lifelong fan of racing or if this will be your first trip to the track.

If you fall into the latter category — or if you’re planning your first trip to Del Mar this summer — scroll down for everything you need to know about this year’s summer season.

Saratoga Stories: A Dinner Party to Remember

The story of the sport of horse racing lies in its places: sprawling expanses of bluegrass nourishing generations, stunning mountain vistas watching over their battles, and timeless towns centered around these equine athletes. Summer brings America to one of those timeless towns, Saratoga Springs, N.Y., where the best that the sport has to offer congregate for new editions of long-running fixture races.

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Giovanni Ricardo Making the Most of Valuable Mentorship Through Ed Brown Society

It’s no surprise that many people perceive the horse racing industry as one that’s very difficult to get into without the right contacts. While that may be true to a point, Giovanni Ricardo and his experiences show how a young person can pave his or her own path in Thoroughbred racing.

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Great Hops and Fast Horses: Seven Bars and Breweries to Visit in Saratoga Springs

There’s so much to explore in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., if you’re planning to visit for the summer meet that runs from July 10 to Sept. 1. Well before you get to the track, you have to check out what Saratoga has to offer when it comes to food and drink. This article is for my fellow beer drinkers.

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