1/ST RACING AND THE MARYLAND JOCKEY CLUB REACH AGREEMENT WITH MARYLAND THROUGHBRED HORSEMEN’S ASSOCATION REGARDING LAUREL PARK DIRT RACING SURFACE INSPECTION

1/ST RACING AND THE MARYLAND JOCKEY CLUB REACH AGREEMENT WITH MARYLAND THROUGHBRED HORSEMEN’S ASSOCATION REGARDING LAUREL PARK DIRT RACING SURFACE INSPECTION

LAUREL, MD – 1/ST RACING and the Maryland Jockey Club today reached an agreement with the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association to allow access by Mr. John Passero, a consultant retained by the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, to make an independent inspection of the dirt racing surface at Laurel Park. The inspection will begin promptly, and the parties agree to confer in good faith to review and assess any findings.

1/ST RACING has been at the forefront of industry leading processes and protocols that have led to nationwide safety reforms and increased accountability. 1/ST RACING remains committed to the highest standards of safety for both horses and riders and believes in the principles of transparency and accountability for all stakeholders who participate in Thoroughbred racing.