LARC to Sponsor Sir Barton, Present Check to TAA

The Latin American Racing Channel (LARC) will for the second consecutive year sponsor the $100,000 Sir Barton S. on Saturday's Preakness undercard at Pimlico, and will also present a $30,000 check to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA). “We are proud to continue our support of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance mission,” said Mario Ascher of LARC. “We are committed to the Thoroughbred industry and the welfare of the horse when they are done racing.” Added TAA President John Phillips, “It is an honor to have LARC continue their race sponsorship of the Sir Barton Stakes on Preakness Day to benefit the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. For LARC to recognize the importance of the TAA mission as an obligation that protects our sport illustrates how aware and committed LARC is to our long term viability. LARC's support as an international stakeholder reveals to us that aftercare is a global effort.” The LARC is also co-hosting the Pan American Conference with The Jockey Club in Washington, DC May 17-20.