When
defining the goals of Partnerships, it
is important to understand the dynamics
of thoroughbred racing. While the end
result is a thoroughbred competing in
a breathtaking event, substantial work
is required to make this possible.
Research |
Comprehensive
research is performed prior to acquiring
a thoroughbred race horse, regardless
of the purchase price. Research includes
bloodline analysis (historical information
based on pedigree), conformation review
(build and soundness of a thoroughbred)
and many other factors. |
Training
|
Similar
to human athletes, thoroughbreds require
a consistent program of feeding, exercise,
veterinarian work and a lot of TLC.
Behind every successful thoroughbred
race horse, there is a dedicated trainer
working countless hours caring for
and preparing it for the races. |
Jockeys |
Jockeys
have different styles and selecting
the right jockey can mean the difference
between winning and losing races.
Maintaining a good relationship with
jockeys and their agents is imperative
to secure riding services on a consistent
basis. |
Race
Selection |
In
any given month there are more than
1,000 races run in Maryland and surrounding
States. A major part of being successful
in racing is tracking all available
races and determining which races
best fit a particular thoroughbred.
The goal is to enter races where a
thoroughbred will be competitive while
also finding the most lucrative purses
available at that level. |
It takes many years
of experience to understand the inner-workings
of thoroughbred horse racing and successful
horsemen must continue the learning process
as the industry changes.
