Aqueduct Racetrack hosted its final day of thoroughbred racing on Sunday, closing after 132 years. The New York Racing Association is consolidating operations at Belmont Park, reflecting economic shifts in the sport. For many, the closure signifies the loss of a beloved neighborhood institution and a unique part of New York City's social fabric.
Royal Ascot 2026 saw increased Indian presence with Sara Ali Khan and Natasha Poonawalla, highlighting a shift from mere attendance to cultural performance. This evolution reflects Indian high society's integration into global luxury and social circuits, challenging traditional Western formalwear norms.
Kentucky Derby owner to buy Preakness trademarksMaryland will keep staging race under licensing dealMove comes amid Triple Crown scheduling debateChurchill Downs has reached a deal to acquire the intellectual property rights to the Preakness Stakes, the company announced Tuesday, in a move that brings one of US thoroughbred racing’s most celebrated events under the same corporate umbrella as the Kentucky Derby.Churchill Downs Inc said it will pay $85m to buy the trademarks and associated rights to the Preakness and the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes from 1/ST Maryland LLC, an affiliate of 1/ST Racing. Continue reading...
