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Every April and October, we showcase Thoroughbred racing at its finest.
Keeneland to Produce Broadcast Coverage Of National Museum of Racing’s Hall of Fame Induction
August 12, 2010
Keeneland, through its Broadcast Services department, will produce live coverage of the National Museum of Racing’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday, August 13, in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Racing News
Keeneland Releases Fall Stakes Schedule
July 01, 2010

Stakes purses totaling $4.35 million; major Breeders’ Cup preps

 

Keeneland officials today announced 18 stakes totaling $4.35 million – including ten stakes races during its opening FallStars Weekend – for its 2010 race meet, Oct. 8-30.

 

Safety: Threshold Issue for Thoroughbred Racing
June 28, 2010
Keeneland President and CEO Nick Nicholson today said safety is one of the threshold issues that Thoroughbred racing must confront.
Keeneland To Provide Live Video Streaming of Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit
June 24, 2010

The Keeneland Association will provide a live video stream when the third Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit is held on Monday, June 28, and Tuesday, June 29, at the Keeneland Sales Pavilion in Lexington, Ky. All of Monday’s sessions and one session on Tuesday will be open to the public and available by video stream at keeneland.com.

Thomason Appointed CFO of Keeneland
June 18, 2010

Long-time equine financial expert to join leadership team

Keeneland President and CEO Nick Nicholson today announced that Bill Thomason, a long-time financial administrator and leader in the equine industry, will be the company’s new Chief Financial Officer.

Bill Thomason

13,002 Fans Enjoy Kentucky Derby Day at Keeneland
May 01, 2010
Keeneland hosted 13,002 race fans for its 16th annual Kentucky Derby Day celebration, including a sold-out crowd of 550 who enjoyed the new Derby Bash at Keeneland’s Entertainment Center.
 
A total of $1,620,604 was wagered on the Derby, the highlight of an afternoon which featured activities for the kids, live music and a Derby hat contest. 
 

Weather & Track Conditions

Friday, April 23, 2010 9:00 AM
Polytrack is Fast
Turf is Firm