S8E21: Proposal for world racing event + Ky. Derby prep

Seizing on the momentum of eye-catching events the Grade 1 Saudi Cup and the Four Nations hockey tournament, is the timing right for the World Riding Championship of Thoroughbred Racing? The concept catches the spotlight this week on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod.

Leon Nichols and Calvin Davis, the founders of the Project to Preserve African-American Turf History, return to the podcast in their roles with Bet the World Entertainment. The proposal to bring together an international cast of horses, trainers and riders has received endorsements at the same time as it faces obstacles. Nichols and Davis discuss these matters in depth.

California Horse Racing Board vice chair Oscar Gonzales also joins the panel to discuss the proposal for what is envisioned as a global event.

Mark Midland handicaps weekend races including the Grade 3 Tampa Bay Derby, a virtual win-and-you're-in qualifier for Kentucky Derby 2025.

Listener and reader feedback is focused on last week's column calling for a more balanced scheduling of Kentucky Derby points preps.

To keep up with developments with the World Riding Championship, go to the ppaath.net.

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