Simone Biles, the seven-time Olympic gold medalist gymnast, has recently taken up horseback riding as a new pastime, frequently sharing her experiences from stables near her Texas home. While she jokes about the similarities between gymnastics and equestrian vaulting—an...
The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) has expressed serious concerns about horse welfare in South African racing following discussions with the National Horseracing Authority (NHA). The NSPCA’s #ReinInThePain campaign highlights issues such as the use of tongue-ties, excessive crop...
At the Keeneland September Yearling Sale on September 17, a colt by Midshipman topped the session, selling for $270,000 to Wesley Ward. The colt, bred in Kentucky by Nursery Place, Donaldson, and Broadbent, is out of stakes-placed Tiz Rae...
Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners offers expert horse racing picks and betting advice, featuring highlighted selections to help bettors profit. This weekend spotlights Pennsylvania racing at Presque Isle Downs and Parx Racing, with major stakes including the Presque Isle Mile,...
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has urged the City Council to pass legislation known as “Ryder’s Law” to phase out the carriage horse industry, citing concerns for animal welfare and public safety. The law, named after a horse...
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has urged the City Council to pass "Ryder’s Law," legislation aimed at phasing out the carriage horse industry in the city. The law, named after a horse that collapsed in 2022, would ban...
