Girvin Tops Ocala Stud Roster For 2022

Girvin (Tale of Ekati), whose first yearlings sold for up to $200,000 this season, will remain at $6,000 for his fourth year at Ocala Stud, the farm announced Monday.

Winner of the GII Risen Star S. and GII Louisiana Derby in 2017, the Brad Grady colorbearer made that year's GI Haskell Invitational S. the biggest victory of his career. His yearling son of Grade III-winning juvenile filly Gold Edge (Eddington) was purchased by BSW/Crow for $200,000 at Fasig-Tipton this past July, the joint-highest price for a yearling by a first-crop sire.

Seeking the Soul (Perfect Soul {Ire}), the 2017 GI Clark H. hero, will cover mares for the second straight year at $5,000, the same price as GI Forego S. victor Win Win Win (Hat Trick {Jpn}).

OCALA STUD — 2022 STUD FEES (S & N)

Adios Charlie (Indian Charlie) $4,000

Ami's Flatter (Flatter) $2,500

Awesome Slew (Awesome Again) $4,000

Batallion Runner (Unbridled's Song) $1,500

Dak Attack (Ghostzapper) $2,500

Girvin (Tale of Ekati) $6,000

Greenpointcrusader (Bernardini) $3,500

Jess's Dream (Curlin) $4,000

Noble Bird (Birdstone) $4,000

Seeking the Soul (Perfect Soul {Ire}) $5,000

The Big Beast (Yes It's True) $4,000

Win Win Win (Hat Trick {Jpn}) $5,000

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New Incentives For DWCC Announced By Dubai Racing Club

Several new incentives have been unveiled for the $7.5 million+ 2022 Dubai World Cup Carnival, which begins on Jan. 13, 2022. Some of the new benefits announced by the Dubai Racing Club are as follows:

  • Two return business class flights for trainers, in addition to three nights' accommodation at a DRC-associated hotel.
  • Owners (one representative) will receive one Business Class return flight to use during the Carnival.
  • Travel will also be subsidised for stable staff, with one economy class return flight provided for one groom for up to two horses, flights for two people for three to four horses, and so on.
  • Accommodation for grooms is provided within the International and Dubai World Cup Quarantine complex, adjacent to Meydan Racecourse.
  • There is no cost to connections for stabling or use of Meydan Racecourse's extensive training facilities.
  • The separate training track complex, which has turf and Tapeta tracks, will shortly be upgraded to maintain the safety of horses and riders.

Stephanie Cooley, DRC International Liaison, said, “I'm delighted with what we're able to offer this year as extra incentives for international horsemen.

“Maintaining relationships with these owners and trainers is a key priority; they are integral to putting on our highly regarded Carnival. Last season was a challenging time due to worldwide restrictions on travel, so we were delighted to celebrate winners from Europe, South America and closer to home in the Middle East.

“The fact that we can introduce more prize money and incentives for 2022 can only boost the continuous support from our horsemen as well as bringing new players to Dubai.”

It was previously announced that several new races making up the Jumeirah Turf Series would be inaugurated at this year's DWCC. The DWCC ends on Super Saturday, Mar. 5, and the $30.5-million Dubai World Cup meeting will be held on Mar. 26th.

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US Equestrian Hopes To ‘Grow Access’ With Updated Membership Tiering Structure For 2022

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the launch of a newly designed membership tier structure to be implemented during the 2022 membership renewal season, offering more access, and expanded opportunity to grow equestrian sport through increased engagement. The new membership tiering will not impact the current pricing structure of membership categories but will adjust benefits and access allocated to each individual tier.

The move to restructure the membership tiering aligns with the next phase of the strategic plan announced in January 2020 and the million-member goal set by current President Tom O'Mara. The new member tiering will include three categories: 1) fans; 2) subscribers; and 3) competing memberships, offering an array of opportunities for enthusiasts and participants in equestrian sport.

“The goal behind this restructure is to create a model that is enticing for new members to join USEF so we can continue to grow access and interest in our sport from the grass roots level all the way up through our high-performance programs,” said Tom O'Mara, President of US Equestrian. “With the updated tiering, we believe we will encourage individuals passionate about equestrian sport to join our organization as a fan at no cost or upgrade their membership to a subscriber level for $25 to experience increased benefits, with the ultimate goal of expanding the pool of competing members participating at our licensed competitions. We know there are millions of people in the U.S. with a passion for horses and want everyone to have an opportunity to be a part of US Equestrian.”

The base fan experience is free and will allow individuals to learn about the benefits of USEF and sample offerings at no cost, encouraging interaction and connection with USEF on a free and ongoing basis. Fan members will have access to USEF Network livestreaming (not including On-Demand access), the Learning Center, the USEF Equestrian Weekly e-newsletter, and the Member Perks program. Fans will also automatically renew.

The subscriber tier of membership, available for $25 annually, will include exclusive on-demand and replay streaming on USEF Network, access to USEF Member Health Coverage options, and a mailed subscription of US Equestrian magazine while maintaining all exclusive benefits available to non-competing paying members, as well as access to the additional benefits offered at the fan membership level. Official Education Partners of USEF and their members will automatically be eligible for free Subscriber memberships.

The competing memberships will remain at an annual renewal fee of $80 and receive access to all US Equestrian benefits, including access to the membership health coverage options, as well as live and on-demand streaming via USEF Network, the Learning Center, Equestrian Weekly, Member Perks incentives, and the benefit of a working framework of to ensure fair and equal organized sport.

US Equestrian will launch the new tiers of membership at the beginning of the new competition year on December 1, 2021. To learn more about US Equestrian's member benefits and programs, please visit www.usef.org/join-usef.

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Pimlico Hosts Canter For a Cause

Over 260 riders and their mounts from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and farther afield cantered, walked and trotted across Pimlico Race Course Sunday, to raise awareness and money for the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) as part of Canter for a Cause. The event, sponsored by the Maryland Jockey Club, saw registered riders go out in one of four groups between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to take their horse around Pimlico, as well as walk through the starting gate and get their picture taken in the winner's circle.

“The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is honored to be the charity of choice for Canter for a Cause once again,” said Stacie Clark Rogers, operations consultant for TAA. “It's always so great to see so many people eager to support accredited Thoroughbred aftercare and have some fun while doing it. Thank you to 1/ST for hosting the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and for all that they do for our horses.”

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