Every year over Thanksgiving weekend, several prominent tracks around North America pull out the stops in presenting high-quality Thoroughbred racing, including Churchill Downs and Del Mar.
The Turf Publicists of America (TPA) announced today that the 2025 Big Sport of Turfdom award will be presented to social media influencer Griffin Johnson. The annual award recognizes a person or group who enhances coverage of Thoroughbred racing through cooperation with media and racing publicists.
Late November is a time of change in horse racing as several tracks open for their winter meets, and two popular venues are kicking off extended runs this week. Tampa Bay Downs holds their first day of racing on Wednesday, Nov. 19, while Fair Grounds in New Orleans starts Thursday, Nov.
