Robin Richards Archives • The Racing Biz

Graded stakes, country racing, and Virginia’s future

Frank Vespe / 10 years

9 min read

Saturday’s Commonwealth Oaks and state-bred races at Laurel Park were a huge success. But what, if anything, does that say about Virginia’s future racing?

Alan Foreman
ARCI
Duncan Patterson
Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA)
Phil Hanrahan
Robin Richards
Thoroughbred Horsemen's Associations

ARCI point system aims to penalize repeat medication offenders, but not everyone is sold

Teresa Genaro / 12 years
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9 min read

If all goes according to ARCI plan, by next year mid-Atlantic states will implement a point system to punish trainers who repeatedly violate medication rules. But not everyone is applauding.

Delaware Park picks and analysis: July 24, 2025

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs picks July 23, 2025

A few minutes with: Jack Fisher

Colonial Downs: Latest jockey and trainer stats

VIDEO: Charles Town weekend highlights

Mid-Atlantic three stars: July 21, 2025

Graded stakes, country racing, and Virginia’s future

ARCI point system aims to penalize repeat medication offenders, but not everyone is sold

Delaware Park picks and analysis: July.

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs picks July.

A few minutes with: Jack Fisher

Colonial Downs: Latest jockey and trainer.

VIDEO: Charles Town weekend highlights

Mid-Atlantic three stars: July 21, 2025