To provide additional protection for racehorses and the racing industry during claiming races, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is expanding the invalidation of claims rules.
To provide clarity to the industry, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has announced several updates to the temporary COVID-19 rule amendments in the Standardbred and Thoroughbred Rules of Racing.
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued a reminder to horse racing participants that new rules restricting certain medications for horses participating in qualifiers or workouts went into effect on Jan. 1, 2024.
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced on Tuesday, Dec. 5 that new rules restricting certain medications for horses participating in qualifiers or workouts will take effect on Jan. 1, 2024.
Effective Nov. 17, 2023, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is reinstating breathalyzer testing for horse racing participants in safety sensitive positions, including drivers, jockeys, valets and track maintenance personnel, to ensure continued safety.