Industry
July 28, 2026
UKGC Dismisses Claims That FRA Implementation Ignored the Racing Industry’s Feedback
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has rejected claims that its planned implementation of financial risk assessments (FRAs) has failed to take the racing industry’s opinions and concerns into account. According to representatives of the commission, the matter has been consulted thoroughly with members of the racing sector. MP Questioned the FRA Implementation Decision For […]
Industry
May 4, 2026
Greyhound Racing and Betting in the US Might Soon End After Farm Bill Passes
The Greyhound Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 5017) was added to the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026, approved by the US House on Thursday, which would make greyhound racing illegal across the country. Greyhound Racing Is Potentially on Its Way Out The measure would revise the Animal Welfare Act to ban commercial […]
Business
February 2, 2026
Hawthorne Race Course Faces Mounting Pressure as Racino Prospects Wear Thin
Hawthorne Race Course is once again struggling to maintain its credibility, facing rising pressure from regulators, horsemen, and lawmakers who are running out of patience. The Illinois Racing Board recently suspended the venue’s harness license, pushing the Stickney track into its deepest crisis in years. This development also raises doubts about whether its planned racino […]
Sports
November 3, 2025
UK Government Responds to Greyhound Racing Petition
The UK government responded to a petition seeking to end greyhound racing in the UK, rejecting the call. According to officials, the sport is a well-regulated economic contributor that benefits many people. Petition Seeks an End to Greyhound Racing The petition in question is called “Ban Greyhound Racing” and, as its name suggests, seeks to […]
Business
September 24, 2025
Sports.com Media to Acquire Racing Women in Pursuit of Motorsports Growth
SEGG Media, a global sports, entertainment and gaming group, announced that its subsidiary Sports.com Media Group has set out to acquire Racing Women Limited, an organization empowering female drivers in motorsport. SEGG Media Wants to Expand Its Motorsports Presence According to the announcement, Sports.com Media Group has signed a letter of intent to acquire […]
Legal
September 8, 2025
Scotland Advances Greyhound Racing Ban, to the Industry’s Dismay
Scotland’s greyhound racing ban is gaining traction as the government confirmed support for the proposed measure. According to the legislation’s main sponsor, Scottish Green MSP Mark Ruskell, this is a major step in ending what he called a gambling-motivated sport that endangers animals. Greyhound Racing Under Fire Ruskell has been one of the staunchest opponents […]
Industry
July 29, 2025
Ex-MP Sir Philip Davies Joins Greyhound Board of Great Britain as Chair
The Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) has bolstered its team with the addition of Sir Philip Davies as its new chair. Davies, who is a former MP, will leverage his leadership skills to lead the sport to a better future. Greyhound Racing Ally Joins the Board In its announcement, the GBGB lauded Davies as […]
Industry
July 3, 2025
Greyhound Racing Proponent Lord David Lipsey Passed Away at 77
Lord David Lipsey, one of the most prolific supporters of greyhound racing in the United Kingdom, has passed away, with many representatives of the betting and racing industries expressing their condolences to his family. A Lifetime of Passion for Greyhound Racing Having also made contributions to public life and journalism, Lipsey was best known by […]
Industry
May 21, 2025
GBGB Opposes Welsh Ministers’ Ban on Greyhound Racing
Not long after Wales moved to ban greyhound racing, the Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) challenged the decision. The board filed a claim for a judicial review of the measure and released a statement in which it highlighted the importance of “robust regulation.” Wales Cracks Down on Greyhound Racing Greyhound racing has been under […]
Industry
April 24, 2025
Horseracing Industry People Board Secures $1M in Funding
The Horseracing Industry People Board (HIPB) in the UK announced that it has secured a total of £759,000 (approximately $1 million) in funding from the Racing Foundation and Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB). The money would help the former group’s workforce-related initiatives for 2025. The Funding Will Support HIPB’s Workforce Strategy According to the announcement, […]
