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Dr. Stowe Burke Joins Board Of Directors For The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation
The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF), is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Stowe Burke, DVM, to its esteemed Board of Directors.
Dr. Burke, a native of Saratoga Springs, brings a wealth of knowledge and a lifelong passion for equine care and horsemanship to his role on the board. A distinguished graduate of Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Burke's journey in the world of equine medicine has been deeply influenced by his family's legacy.
His late grandfather, Robert J. “Bobby” Burke (1925-2017), was a renowned figure in the world of horse racing and horsemanship. Bobby Burke's commitment to the well-being of horses left an indelible mark on Dr. Stowe Burke, nurturing his profound love for horses and inspiring him to dedicate his career to their health and welfare.
Dr. Stowe Burke is the proud owner of Burke Equine Therapy, a Saratoga Springs-based practice that specializes in providing advanced veterinary care and therapeutic services to horses. His expertise and dedication to equine well-being have made him a trusted figure within the equine community, both locally and beyond. As a new member of the TRF Board of Directors, Dr. Burke's unique perspective and professional insights will play a pivotal role in advancing the organization's mission.
“I am deeply honored to join the Board of Directors at TRF,” said Dr. Stowe Burke. “My lifelong passion for horses, has guided my career path, and I am thrilled to contribute to an organization that shares my dedication to the welfare of these magnificent animals.”
TRF Executive Director Kelly Armer, expressed her excitement at Dr. Burke's appointment: “Stowe's exceptional background and commitment to equine care make him a valuable addition to our board. We are confident that his expertise will further enhance our ability to provide loving homes and second chances to retired Thoroughbred racehorses.”
For more information about The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, its mission, and its programs, please visit www.trfinc.org.
About TRF: Founded in 1983, the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse, and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their entire lifetime.
Best known for its pioneering Second Chances Program, the organization provides incarcerated individuals with life-changing vocational training through an accredited equine care and stable management program. At eight correctional facilities across the US, including one juvenile justice facility, this program offers second careers to its horses and a second chance at life for program graduates upon release from prison.
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Accomplished Girl Goes Gate-To-Wire In Presque Isle Downs Masters; Goodie Goomer Upsets Mile
Gentry Farm's Accomplished Girl recorded her first graded stakes score in front-running fashion by winning Monday's $300,000 Presque Isle Downs Masters (Grade 2) by three-quarters of a length.
Jockey Edgard Zayas shipped in from Florida to ride Accomplished Girl for trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. The duo completed 6 ½ furlongs in 1:15.29.
The fleet-footed Accomplished Girl broke on top in the Presque Isle Downs Masters and comfortably completed an opening quarter-mile in :23.30 while staying uncontested on the front end. Following a half-mile of :45.99, Accomplished Girl turned for home in front and was briefly joined on her outside by heavy favorite Loyalty. In the final eighth of a mile, late-running Midnight Stroll and Marissa's Lady began to find their best run but were unable to go by Accomplished Girl.
“She was amazing today,” Zayas said. “She broke out of there running. As soon as she got to the lead, her ears went up and was great the rest of the way. She kept digging in late when the fillies started to come to her. I think the easier first quarter-mile helped her late.”
Accomplished Girl banked $180,000 for her victory in the Presque Isle Downs Masters. Her overall record now stands at a solid 6-3-1-0 with overall purse earnings of $286,225.
Here is the complete order of finish (with $2 mutuel payouts):
1. Accomplished Girl ($12.40, $5.60, $5)
2. Midnight Stroll (X, $5.60, $5)
3. Marissa's Lady (X, X, $3.60)
4. Loyalty
5. Jill Jitterbug
6. Sweet Amy
Accomplished Girl is a 3-year-old daughter of Street Boss out of the Twirling Candy mare Dazzle. She was bred in Kentucky by Jack Swain III.
John Bourke's Goodie Goomer made a late surge at the rail to pull a shocking 27-1 upset victory in Monday's $150,000 Presque Isle Downs Mile.
Ridden by Angel Stanley, Goodie Goomer was the longest shot in the field of six colts and geldings. He completed 1 1/16 miles in 1:43.70.
Franz Josef set a mild early tempo in the Presque Isle Downs Mile. He and jockey Gaddiel Martinez were relatively uncontested during the opening quarter-mile of :24.93. Goodie Goomer sat fourth in the early stages and stayed on the inside part of the track. Following a half-mile in a comfortable :50.15, the positions remained relatively unchanged and the field was only separated by about four lengths. As the field turned for home, Goodie Goomer found a small opening to the inside of Franz Josef as he battled with He's a Mess who ranged up to his outside. While those three horses battled one another, heavily favored Carrothers was attempting to get on-track after trailing the field up the backside and making a five-wide sweep at the head of the lane. In deep stretch, Goodie Goomer continued his charge at the rail and surged past Franz Josef and He's a Mess for a half-length victory. He's a Mess finished a scant nose in front of pace-setting Franz Josef to complete the exacta.
This was Goodie Goomer's first lifetime stakes victory. The 5-year-old gelded son of Verrazano now improved his overall mark to 23-7-4-7 with earnings of $253,805.
Here is the complete order of finish for the Presque Isle Downs Mile (with $2 mutel payouts):
1. Goodie Goomer ($57.80, $19.40, $9.20)
2. He's a Mess (X, $6, $4.80)
3. Franz Josef (X, X, $7)
4. Hush of a Storm
5. Carrothers
6. Can'tstealmythunder
For more information about racing and gaming from Presque Isle Downs, visit www.presqueisledowns.com.
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IFHA Conference To Focus On Safeguarding Equine Welfare
The 57th International Conference of Horseracing Authorities, organized by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA), will take place on Oct. 2 in Paris, France at Saint-Cloud Racecourse. This year's Conference will focus on safeguarding equine welfare and exploring shifts in societal expectations as well as the racing industry's response around the world. The Conference will examine both immediate concerns and forward-looking initiatives to protect and promote equine welfare.
“The wellbeing of the equine athlete must always be at the forefront of the decisions we make,” said IFHA Chair Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, who will deliver the Conference's opening and closing remarks. “I look forward to sharing with the membership and key stakeholders the ways in which industry standards and practices are continuously enhanced, particularly through scientific advances in improving existing safeguards. The importance of our sport embracing an even more active role in public discourse on the issue and ensuring that our sport remains as a fully engaged and integral part of our communities cannot be understated.”
Acclaimed broadcaster Nick Luck will serve as the moderator for the Conference, which will begin with a discussion on horse racing in an evolving society. The opening keynote address will be delivered by Professor Natalie Waran, Chair of the Independent Commission for Equine Ethics and Wellbeing for the International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI). She will highlight key strategies for equine sport to proactively respond to changing societal expectations and ways the sport can continue to support its equine athletes.
Following her keynote, a panel will bring together senior racing administrators to share their approaches and strategies to shape the narratives surrounding equine welfare and racing. Scheduled panelists include Lisa-Jane Graffard, General Secretary, Au-Delà des Pistes; Julie Harrington, Chief Executive, British Horseracing Authority (BHA); and Najja Thompson, Executive Director, New York Thoroughbred Breeders' Inc. (NYTB).
After the panel discussion, an update on the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) in the United States will be given by its Chair, Charles Scheeler. He is expected to speak on HISA's implementation of the Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) program, current events in racing in America, and future developments for the organization.
The next session of the Conference will focus on protecting the sport's equine athletes. Leaders from racing administration and veterinary science will share their perspectives and insights on this critical topic. Expected speakers for this panel include James Given, Director of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare, BHA; Josh Rubinstein, President, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club; Brian Stewart, Head of Veterinary Clinical Services, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC); and Sonia Wittreck, Stud Book & Doping Control, Head of Department, France-Galop.
Following that discussion, the final session of the Conference will focus on effective public engagement and response, particularly in relation to the issue of equine welfare. It will begin with a presentation from Nevin Truesdale, Chief Executive Officer, The Jockey Club (UK), who will share insights from his organization's perspective, shedding light on its experiences with effective resolution and communication management. He will then be joined by Robert Green of Pierrepont Consulting and Analytics LLC on how racing can leverage data-based insights to develop more proactive policies.
Additionally, as part of the day's events, the Japan Racing Association (JRA) will showcase the 40th Asian Racing Conference (ARC), which will be held in Sapporo, Japan in August/September 2024.
A live video stream of the International Conference of Horseracing Authorities will be available on the IFHA's website. A replay of the live video stream and presentations will be available in the days following the event.
The first International Conference of Horseracing Authorities was organized and hosted by the Société d'Encouragement in Paris, France, on October 9, 1967. Since 1994, the annual conference has been organized by the IFHA. The first meeting had 14 attendees from nine countries, while last year's Conference convened delegates from more than 40 different countries with a number of other racing executives and media members also in attendance. The JRA became the official partner of the Conference beginning in 2021.
About IFHA
The IFHA is the global leader for the international sport of Thoroughbred racing, seeking to promote all facets of the worldwide sport; protect the welfare of the equine and human athlete; and protect and grow its global social and economic significance for current and future generations.
Major areas of the IFHA's activities include:
- Making and amending the International Agreement on Breeding, Racing and Wagering (the IABRW)
- Policy development relating to welfare and safety of horses and riders
- International Race Planning and Grading (“black type”)
- World Rankings
- The fight against Equine Prohibited Substances and Practices
- Harmonization of Racing Rules
- Certification of IFHA Reference Labs
- Fostering commercial development of the racing industry globally
The IFHA is a foundation member with Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) of the International Horse Sports Confederation and is affiliated to the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH).
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