November, 2021 | Horse Racing Free Tips

New York Senator Introduces Bill To Allow Fixed-Odds Wagering On Racing

With the pending launch of mobile sports betting fast approaching in New York, Sen. Joseph Addabbo (D-Queens), chairman of the Senate Committee on Racing, Gaming, and Wagering, has filed a bill that would allow fixed-odds wagering on horse racing, according to casino.org.

In 2021, as part of the enacted budget, New York State authorized the Gaming Commission to license mobile sports wagering operators. Those
licenses have since been awarded to entities that are going to be tasked with offering gaming opportunities that will lead to the best financial opportunities for the state of New York. As the law is written, a wagerer would not be able to place a fixed odds bet through a mobile sports wagering operator on a horse race.

Senate Bill S7536 would enable mobile sports wagering providers to offer that opportunity, should they so choose, but only if they enter into an agreement with the horse racing content provider. Additionally, this legislation would create additional opportunities for affiliated organizations to offer opportunities to participate in this gaming activity

“It's ridiculous that our New Yorkers can't place a bet on mobile sports betting, and at the same time place a bet at the fifth race in Saratoga or what have you,” Addabbo told Casino.org. “It would be just a natural marriage. It would just be a rational thought, once again, to combine those two.”

The bill will not be considered until the legislative session resumes in January.

“The legislation [Sen. Addabbo] has introduced presents an enormous opportunity for horse racing to share in the benefits of mobile sports betting,” said Patrick McKenna, a spokesman for NYRA. “It would be a big win for New York and for the future of horse racing.”

Godolphin Wins Fourth Consecutive John Deere Award

Strengthened by victories from homebreds Modern Games (Ire) (Dubawi {Ire}), Space Blues (Ire) (Dubawi {Ire}) and Yibir (GB) (Dubawi {Ire}), for the fourth consecutive year Godolphin has won the John Deere Award, honoring the outstanding breeder of the 2021 Breeders' Cup World Championships and the Breeders' Cup Challenge Series.

The John Deere Award, presented by Breeders' Cup Limited and NTRA Advantage, emphasizes the contributions of breeders to the Breeders' Cup program. NTRA Advantage and John Deere will award a John Deere TS Gator Utility Vehicle to Godolphin.

Godolphin-bred runners earned 68 points by breeding winners of three Breeders' Cup World Championships races and five Breeders' Cup Challenge Series races. Northern Farm, from Japan, finished second in the competition with 40 points, and St. George Stables finished third with 36 points.

“We congratulate Godolphin on their extraordinary group of progeny which led them to their fourth consecutive John Deere Award, and a record three wins by homebreds at the World Championships,” said Dora Delgado, Breeders' Cup Executive Vice President and Chief Racing Officer. “Godolphin's success is emblematic of their longtime commitment to international breeding and racing. We thank them and all participating breeders for their enormous support, which has been vital to the sustained growth of the Breeders' Cup program over the past 38 years.”

“Godolphin is delighted to once again be the recipient of the Breeders' Cup/John Deere breeder award,” said Michael Banahan, Godolphin Director of Farm Operations. “The industry is indebted to John Deere for the sponsorship of the Breeders' Cup for many years and so grateful for their continued support. This award goes to all the Godolphin personnel that work incredibly hard behind the scenes to achieve the fantastic results we have had with our homebreds on the track this year.”

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Equine Virus Outbreak Halts Racing At Century Mile In Alberta

Horse Racing Alberta, Alberta Standardbred Horse Association and the Century Mile Race Office are monitoring an equine virus outbreak at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino.

Our equine and human athletes' safety is our top priority, and we are working closely with official and on-site veterinarians and trainers at the track and training facilities. Century Mile Racetrack and Casino Infectious Disease Protocols have been ordered and the track is closed to horses moving on or off the property. These measures are in place to ensure that our equine athletes have the most up to date health and safety management protocols.

All affected horses have been placed and will remain in isolation with rigorous disinfection of stalls, tack and equipment for a minimum of seven days.
The isolated horses will continue to be assessed and treated by attending veterinarians.

Horses who were scratched on Nov. 19, 2021, have been placed on the Vet List and will not be cleared to race until they are removed from the Vet List by the Horse Racing Alberta Commission Vet.

Racing has been cancelled for Nov. 26 and 27, 2021.

We are cautiously optimistic that racing will resume Dec. 3, but further delays might be necessary for the health of the horses and control of the outbreak.

Alberta Standardbred Horse Association has recommended the following changes to the racing schedule:

Dec. 3, 2021: Regular race card, overnights only
Dec. 17, 2021: Eliminations for Western Canada Pacing Derby and Century Casinos Filly Pace
Dec. 18, 2021: Additional race day added to schedule
Dec. 31, 2021: Western Canada Pacing Derby and Century Casinos Filly Pace

Horse Racing Alberta would like to thank all the trainers, veterinarians, staff at Century Mile and the Alberta Standardbred Horse Association for their collaboration and diligence in addressing the situation.

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French Prize Money Increased For 2022; Returns To 2017 Levels

Prize money in France is set to rise to €278 million (about US$313 million) next year, returning to the equivalent levels of 2017.

This level of prizemoney would mean a return to the equivalent level of 2017, as in 2018 France Galop had to implement a reduction in prizemoney. This budget represents an increase of €20M (+7.75% vs. 2019) and €30M (+12%) compared to 2021.

The increase is primarily due to growth in PMU (the third-largest pool betting service globally) net contribution to €820-million, the first time since 2015 that number will rise above the €800M mark. The contribution is up €60M compared to 2019, thanks to a return to growth in betting turnover in France, a sustained international expansion and a significant drop in PMU expenditures (-€40M compared to 2019).

Discussing the 2021 levels, France Galop said: “The limited erosion of 2021 prize-money is the result of the good resumption of betting activity since the reopening of betting shops, as well as the constant efforts made by the PMU and France Galop to reduce their costs.”

France Galop's 2022 budget plan was submitted during a Monday board meeting, and will be formally approved at a committee meeting on Dec. 13.

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