Statement on EHV-1 Outbreak in Grayson County: Texas Racing Commission Takes Steps to Address EVH-1 Outbreak
(Austin, Texas - Saturday, April 29, 2023) - The Texas Racing Commission's priority is to provide the ability for all participants in Texas horseracing to safely engage in the sport. With the announcement of the outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1) (neurologic form) in Grayson County, Texas yesterday by the Texas Animal Health Commission, Texas racetracks have been notified they should closely review health certificates from Grayson County, surrounding counties and across Texas and exercise caution when making the determination as to whether they should stable horses during the current Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred meets. Full Story

Steve Sexton Mile Headlines 2023 Stakes Schedule At Lone Star Park
(Grand Prairie, Texas - Monday, April 10, 2023) - The Thoroughbred Racing Season at Lone Star Park will begin Thursday, April 13, 2023, with 44 live racing days and will conclude July 4. The calendar features live racing on Thursdays and Fridays at 6:35 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day at 1:35 p.m. and special twilight post times of 5:00 p.m. on July 3 and July 4. Full Story

When Ernesto Valdez-Jiminez Came from Mexico to the U.S., His Riding Potential Surpassed his English Skills
(Houston, Texas - Wednesday, April 5, 2023) - When Ernesto Valdez-Jiminez came from Mexico to the U.S., his riding potential surpassed his English skills. His agent for nearly a decade, Travis Church, suggested how to communicate while his client gained a better grip on English. Full Story