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'Behind the Bridle' will deliver an immersive raceday experience designed to highlight the journey of the Thoroughbred beyond its racing career at Newmarket's Spring Meeting on Saturday, May 16. Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) has worked closely with Newmarket Racecourses and partners across the industry in supporting the delivery of the day, including contributing to the line-up of former racehorses taking part in the day's activities. Racegoers will have the opportunity to engage with a wide range of demonstrations, educational exhibits and interactive experiences, all designed to deepen understanding of racehorse...

The Jockey Club's Thoroughbred Incentive Program (T.I.P.), which recognizes the versatility of the Thoroughbred through sponsorship of classes, year-end performance awards, a recreational riding program, and non-competition awards, announced Tuesday jointly with the United States Polo Association (USPA) that Thoroughbreds excelling as polo horses will also be recognized. Six awards will be offered annually, starting this year. "Polo is just one of many disciplines in which Thoroughbreds can succeed following their racing careers, and T.I.P. is pleased to partner with the USPA to honor the accomplishments of these horses at...