It’s been a tough year for everyone. Thanks to a strong partnership between Gulfstream Park and the FHBPA, and the cooperation and dedication of our horsemen, our backstretch workers and our jockeys, South Florida racing was able to avoid the shutdowns experienced in much of the country. But getting through the pandemic has been anything...Read More
For the original article, click here. Proposed gaming laws are at odds with Florida horse breeders. With or without an agreement with the Seminole Tribe, the Legislature is moving forward to establish a gaming framework in the state. While talks with the Tribe are ongoing, the Senate has put forth legislation that would tie...Read More
Do you or your stable employees have an expired State of Florida temporary pari-mutuel license? If you or anyone you know has been waiting to pick up your permanent pari-mutuel license from the Florida Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering . . . they are HERE! So wait no longer! Come and pick up your permanent pari-mutuel...Read More
Effective September 1, 2019, all horses on the Gulfstream Park, Palm Meadows and Gulfstream Park West (Calder) grounds must be microchipped. Microchips are a requirement of Jockey Club registration for Thoroughbreds foaled in 2017 and later. For Thoroughbreds, the International Stud Book Committee (ISBC) has indicated that ISO 11784/11785-compliant microchips are to be inserted on...Read More
The final race of the Florida Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (FHBPA) Stakes series was captured last Saturday, September 7, 2019 by the William Stiritz-owned filly, Wildwood’s Beauty, returning a whopping $43.80 mutuel to win. Trained by Scott Becker, the 4 year-old Kantharos filly was booted home to victory by Sammy Camacho. FHBPA Chairman Stephen...Read More
