Thoroughbreds provide the racing industry with incredible thrills on the race track, and NZTR are dedicated to giving back to the equine athletes by assisting in their transition into sport horse careers.
As part of the new Summer Carnival, a revamped Champion Middle Distance Series and a new Champion Sprint Series will be run for a total of $1 million in bonuses.
The winter edition of the Thoroughbred Welfare Advocate celebrates those doing great things with their thoroughbreds and will hopefully provide further motivation to those considering a thoroughbred as their mount of choice.
Matamata trainer Pam Gerard takes as much pride in seeing her horses thrive in their lives after racing as when they win on the track and makes every effort to ensure they get that opportunity.
One of New Zealand’s brightest broadcasting talents, Andrew Gourdie, is set to join The NZB Kiwi ranks as Head of Communications and Content for the Southern Hemisphere’s richest three-year-old race.
The Canterbury Jockey Club will offer its Slot in the inaugural running of the NZB Kiwi as an added incentive to start in the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai New Zealand Two Thousand Guineas® and Barneswood Farm New Zealand One Thousand Guineas®.
Taking effect immediately, Russell Warwick will replace current Chairman Cameron George following his announcement to step down at the end of the current racing season, 31 July.
