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Artist Jamie Wyeth Creates a Sanctuary Farm for Thoroughbreds to Honor Late Wife

On Tuesday, July 23, 2020, ten retired racehorses from the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF)’s Second Chances herd boarded a Brook Ledge van at the Wallkill Correctional Facility to begin a journey to their new home at Pastures of Point Lookout (PPL) in Chadds Ford, Pa. Each horse has a unique story that led to his retirement with the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, but today they all shared a similar stroke of good fortune thanks to an extraordinary gesture of kindness, love and generosity.

Thoroughbred Auctions, Riding Fitness Tips, and More Must-Click Links of the Week

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Thoroughbred Makeover Diary: New Goals, New Relationships

Saintly Ballad (barn name: “Athena”) was rescued from a Louisiana kill pen approximately one year ago. Since she was recently raced, this qualified her to participate in the Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover which then became a big goal for us. Due to COVID-19, the October 2020 competition has been rescheduled to next October and will be a “Mega” Thoroughbred Makeover with the 2020 and 2021 eligible horses participating in the opportunity to compete and showcase the versatility of the breed.

Where to Watch/Listen: Whitney Stakes Week 2020

The horse racing world like all other areas of society continues to make changes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and public health crisis. Most racetracks currently operating are doing so without spectators, and have instituted strict safety screening protocols for essential employees who are already on the grounds to provide daily care for horses.

D. Wayne Lukas Among Guests on ‘The Winner’s Circle’ Podcast

Featuring America’s Best Racing’s deep roster of talented contributors, including former ESPN SportsCenter weekend anchor now-turned radio personality Bram Weinstein, who serves as the host of “The Winner’s Circle,” and Dan Tordjman, “The Winner’s Circle” presented by NYRA Bets brings together these accomplished racing insiders to share their knowledge, tips, insights, and opinions by offering a unique, weekly pe

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