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Twelve Questions: Bill Nader

Bill Nader was named President and CEO of the Thoroughbred Owners of California this past June. He worked as a senior executive at the Hong Kong Jockey Club from 2007 until then, and was formerly the Senior Vice President and COO of the New York Racing Association. He began his career at Rockingham Park in his native Salem, New Hampshire in 1979.

Most exciting race you watched this year that wasn't Flightline?
Jockey Club Mile on Nov. 20 when Golden Sixty ran down California Spangle with a closing quarter in 21.32. I watched it on tv so not sure if it counts.

One positive change you'd like to see in racing in 2023?
Positive communication from those who enjoy the sport. Words matter. If you love it and you know it, then your words should surely show it.

If you could bring back one racetrack from the past, which would it be?
Rockingham Park, my hometown racetrack. Honorable mentions to Arlington and Hialeah.

Who's the best executive in racing right now?
Me. If I say anyone else, I place myself at unnecessary risk.

If you could have dinner with one historical figure, who would it be?
Martin Luther King

Best advice you've ever gotten?
My Mom – “Just be yourself.”

What does racing look like in 10 years?
Japanese horses will be a big part of the picture in major three-year-old Grade I classics on dirt. Sports betting will be available at most racetracks. The popular racetracks will continue to thrive.

Do we need more tracks or fewer tracks?
Fewer.

Favorite horse of all time (and why)?
Spectacular Bid, for what he accomplished after losing out on the Triple Crown. His four-year-old season was incredible.

Best race you've ever seen?
The 1998 Belmont Stakes when Victory Gallop denied Real Quiet a Triple Crown. That was an absolute thriller.

Hardest working person you've ever worked with?
Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, CEO of The Hong Kong Jockey Club and IFHA Chairman

All I want for Christmas is…?
To spend it with my daughter Martina in Solvang, California.

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Weekly Stewards and Commissions Rulings Nov. 29 – Dec. 5

Every week, the TDN publishes a roundup of key official rulings from the primary tracks within the four major racing jurisdictions of California, New York, Florida and Kentucky.

Here's a primer on how each of these jurisdictions adjudicates different offenses, what they make public (or not) and where.

With the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA) having gone into effect on July 1, the TDN will also post a roundup of the relevant HISA-related rulings from the same week.

CALIFORNIA

Track: Del Mar

Date: 12/02/2022

Licensee: Richard Baltas, trainer

Penalty: One-year suspension, $10,000 fine

Violation: Medication violation

Explainer: Trainer Richard Baltas, is suspended for 365 days from Dec. 9, 2022 to Dec. 8, 2023, and fined the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00)*; pursuant to California Horse Racing Board rule #1887 (Trainer to Insure Condition of Horse) for violations of California Horse Racing Board rules #1902 (Conduct Detrimental to Horse Racing) and #1843.5 (Medication, Drug, and Other Substances Permitted After Entry in a Race)–Oral administrations of “X-Treme Air Boost” and other substances on race day that occurred between Apr. 15, 2022, through May 8, 2022, at Santa Anita Park. (21 counts).

More on the story here.

Track: Del Mar

Date: 11/02/2022

Licensee: John Brocklebank, trainer

Penalty: Reinstatement of license

Violation: N/A

Explainer: Trainer John Brocklebank having appeared before the Board of Stewards, is reinstated, and the Stewards Ruling DMTD #027 dated 08/01/2021 is set aside. Having provided proof that John Brocklebank is under Chapter 13 Bankruptcy protection, the ruling DFTD #33 dated Nov. 25, 2017 is set aside while under this protection. Should John Brocklebank no longer be under the Bankruptcy protection, he shall notify the California Horse Racing Board.

KENTUCKY

Track: Churchill Downs

Date: 12/01/2022

Licensee: Lee Rossi, trainer

Penalty: Forty-five day suspension, $500 fine

Violation: Medication violation

Explainer: Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement and Stipulation in the case of Lee. J. Rossi vs. KHRC. Owner, trainer Lee J. Rossi is hereby fined five hundred dollars and suspended 45 days, 20 days to be served Dec. 11, 2022 through Dec. 30, 2022 (inclusive). The remaining 25 days are stayed on condition no Class A or B medication violation occurs in any racing jurisdiction within 365 days from the date of this agreement. Our Bernadette (Churchill Downs, Nov. 15, 2017) is disqualified and all purse money forfeited.

NEW HISA STEWARDS RULINGS

The following rulings were reported on HISA's “rulings” portal, except for the voided claim rulings which were sent to the TDN directly. One important note: HISA's whip limit is restricted to six strikes during a race.

Violations of Crop Rule

Aqueduct

Luis Angel Batista – violation date Dec. 3; $250 fine and once-day suspension, 7 strikes
John Velazquez – violation date Dec. 3; $4,017 fine and one-day suspension, 7 strikes

Del Mar

Kyle Frey – violation date Nov. 27; $250 fine and one-day suspension, 7 strikes
David Charles Lopez – violation date Dec. 3; $250 fine and one-day suspension, 7 strikes

Gulfstream Park

Ivan Pimentel Jr. – violation date Dec. 1; $250 fine and one-day suspension, 9 strikes

Hawthorne

Javier Tavares – violation date Dec. 2; $250 fine and one-day suspension, 8 strikes
Alexander Bendezu – violation date Dec. 2; $250 fine and one-day suspension, 9 strikes

Tampa Bay Downs

Carlos Eduardo Rojas – violation date Nov. 30; 15-day suspension due to accumulated points

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Brothers Pledges $2,500 Match Donation To TAA

As part of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA)'s month-long Holiday Giving Campaign, Donna Brothers has pledged to match all donations up to $2,500 made to the TAA on Dec. 9.

“At the end of the day, our industry will be judged by how well we take care of our athletes,” said former jockey, author, and reporter for NBC Sports, Donna Brothers. “Not only while they are racing and 'useful' to us, but especially when they are most vulnerable: at the end of their racing careers. Many of these horses make thousands of dollars at the track, some make millions, but the reality is, they don't really get a dime. Let's make sure they're taken care of.”

In addition to her $2,500 match donation, Brothers also donates 100% of the proceeds from her book “Inside Track: Inside Guide to Horse Racing” to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.

To learn more and donate to the TAA's Holiday Giving campaign, visit: www.ThoroughbredAftercare.org/HolidayCampaign.

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Friday Insights: $525k Curlin Half To Creative Minister Opens Oaklawn Meet

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3rd-OP, $90K, Msw, 2yo, f, 1m, 2:26 p.m.

A daughter of prolific broodmare Tamboz (Tapit), MADLY DANCING (Curlin) is a half-sister to eight winners from as many to race including GI Preakness S. third Creative Minister (Creative Cause), MGSP Battalion Runner (Unbridled's Song), MGSP Oceanwave (Harlan's Holiday), GISP Dolder Grand (Candy Ride {Arg}), and MSP Late Nite Mischief (Into Mischief). Tamboz herself is a full-sister to GI Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile victor and sire Tapizar. Madly Dancing, a $525,000 Keeneland September yearling purchase, races for owners WSS Racing LLC and trainer John Ortiz. TJCIS PPS

8th-FG, $50K, Msw, 2yo, f, 1 1/16m, 5:45 p.m.

Another well-bred daughter of Curlin, CUSHEE debuts Friday after bringing $775,000 at Keeneland September from Lael Stables for trainer Michael Stidham. A half-sister to GI Maker's 46 Mile S. winner American Patriot (War Front) and MGSP Muqtaser (Distorted Humor), Cushee is out of a full-sister to G1 Emirates Airline Dubai World Cup winner Well Armed. This is also the family of GSW Witty (Distorted Humor), responsible for both GSW Bombard (War Front) and MGSP Amuse (Medaglia d'Oro). TJCIS PPS

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