Matthew Hegarty

Daily Racing Form

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Writer for the Daily Racing Form, covering the business of horse racing

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Santa Anita Park closed in early March after 22 horses died. In response, the track banned drugs and whips, and appointed a director of equine welfare.

Racing starts again at Santa Anita Park, after deaths of 23 horses

Santa Anita Park closed in early March after 22 horses died. In response, the track banned drugs and whips, and appointed a director of equine welfare.

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California Chrome runs in the Belmont Stakes this Saturday.

Horse Racing in Southern California

California Chrome runs in the Belmont Stakes this Saturday.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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