The Texas Racing Commission released the following notice on its website this week: Effective September 10, 2018, clenbuterol shall be prohibited for use in race horses of ALL breeds. The maximum permissible concentration for the drug clenbuterol will change from 140 pg/ml of urine to level of detection. The level in serum or plasma shall […]
Continue reading Heat Forces Weekend Cancellation At Lone Star ParkDue to the severe heat, with the interest of safety being paramount for the horses and horsemen, Lone Star Park has no choice but to cancel this weekend The decision was unanimous between the Texas Racing Commission Veterinarian, the State Stewards and Lone Star Park Officials. Mandatory payouts of the Fortune Six and Super High […]
Continue reading Texas Racing Commission Considering A Reduced Racing Calendar For 2018In an effort to help deal with its budget crisis, the Texas Racing Commission is considering a reduced racing calendar for 2018, in addition to adopting a new licensing-fee schedule for the state's racetracks. According to a report in the Daily Racing Form, the racing commission, which is scheduled to meet Nov. 8, will discuss a proposed […]
Continue reading Summary Suspensions Upheld In Texas Class 1 Drug Case; Vet IdentifiedTexas Racing Commission stewards have upheld summary suspensions of three Quarter horse trainers – including reigning AQHA champion trainer Judd Kearl – resulting from positive tests for the Class 1 drug nomifensine in May and June. A formal hearing was conducted on Wednesday, Sept. 6, to hear evidence, testimony and arguments related to the July […]
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