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Get to Know Equestricon Co-Founder and Racehorse Owner Justin Nicholson

Justin Nicholson is a longtime owner-breeder of racehorses who co-founded Ninety North Racing Stable in 2011 and manages racing-breeding operations in the U.S. under his A J Suited Racing Stable. Nicholson, along with his wife, Kathryn Sharp, and Dan Tordjman co-founded Equestricon, the first horse racing/lifestyle event designed to celebrate the sport of racing with fans.

Stakes-winning racehorse Syndergaard was named for New York Mets player Noah Syndergaard, who visited the track to watch him race.

No Shortage of Baseball-Inspired Racehorse Names

Famous athletes and sports expressions often inspire the names submitted for Thoroughbred racehorses, and baseball is no exception.

As the breed registry for North American Thoroughbreds, The Jockey Club is responsible for reviewing and approving all Thoroughbred names. Last year, the registry reviewed more than 35,000 names, with about 73 percent of those getting approved.

“It seems like we see a name related to baseball about once or twice a week, with more submitted during or just after the playoffs,” said Rick Bailey, registrar for The Jockey Club.

Non-Regulated vs. Regulated Bourbon Terms

When you pick up an American whiskey bottle, you’ll see some terms that are regulated and offer great insight, while others are just marketing drivel that do not amount to a hill of spent mash. Hopefully, this quick-hitting guide helps you select the perfect bottle in your next shopping experience.

Non-Regulated Terms

These are common terms without government classification or definitions. While some terms are straightforward and legally bound by truth-in-labeling laws, others are generic and offer no help.

National Kentucky Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate the state.

Ten Bluegrass State Facts to Celebrate National Kentucky Day

Happy National Kentucky Day! We’re celebrating by listing 10 of our favorite facts, destinations, and events around the Bluegrass State.

1. Kentucky is known as the horse capital of the world.

Get to Know Ex-MLB Player and NYRA Analyst Paul Lo Duca

Paul Lo Duca grew up a baseball and horse racing fan has been able to realize his dreams by working in both professions. He spent 11 seasons in Major League Baseball, primarily as a catcher, and made four All-Star Teams before retiring with a career batting average of .286 and 1,112 hits. After his baseball career, Lo Duca paid his dues in the horse racing broadcasting world, and he currently serves as an analyst with NYRA’s television team. He reflected on his careers and offered some opinions on the state of horse racing in this recent Q&A.

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