The rate of equine fatalities in the first quarter was unchanged, according to the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) report.
HISA has alleged that one veterinarian and 13 trainers at Penn National conspired to evade rules limiting intra-articular injections.
The rate of equine fatality dropped below one per 1,000 starts at HISA-governed tracks in 2024, according to HISA, the lowest rate recorded.
Paco Lopez has the green light from HISA to resume riding, the organization said, following a suspension for his actions following a Dec. 4 race.
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) today announced the members of its Veterinary Advisory Committee. The committee will commence regular meetings in early 2025 to provide feedback to HISA’s executive team and standing committees on the implementation and evolution of HISA’s rules and protocols related to veterinary care, medication, racetrack safety, equine research and […]
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) today announced the publication of its 2024 Third Quarter Metrics Report. This report provides a detailed analysis of key performance indicators related to the safety and integrity of Thoroughbred racing in the United States. The third quarter of 2024 (July 1 – September 30) marked the third consecutive […]
Paco Lopez will sit out an “indefinite” suspension following an incident at Parx Racing in which he struck his mount in the face with his whip.
Thie Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has announced it is seeking applicants to serve on a veterinary advisory committee.
Equine fatalities at tracks covered by HISA declined by 49% in the second quarter versus the same period a year ago, the organization announced today.
The rate of equine fatalities in the first quarter of ’24 was approximately 38% lower than last year, HISA said in a press release.