The keyword here is existing.
The KHRA should be applauded by horseplayers everywhere whether you wager on races run in Kentucky or not. We're already being charged too much to play this game and every time an issue arises of course we, the horseplayer, are asked to pay for it. Fortunately someone has finally decided to try and take care of a problem with their own money. Or should I say money they're already receiving (from us)?
That was NOT the case in the spring of 2004 when the Thoroughbred Owners of California helped push a bill through to raise the takeout .5% on all exotic bets on Thoroughbred races. And when I say "all" I mean ALL. Anyone that bets on California racing is paying this no matter where you reside and/or where you place your bet. Personally, I already couldn't stand racing in California, and now you mean to tell me you're going to raise the price? On a crap product?! We're talking five and six horse fields consistently in both Northern and Southern California. It's painful to watch let alone bet on it.
Back to my heroes of the moment - the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority. If they can pull this off I will most certainly let them know how grateful I am of their decision just like I let the TOC know how disgusted I was with theirs. And, even if they don't, I will thank them for their efforts and I hope you do as well.
At the end of the day I still feel takeouts should be reduced across the board and when/if that happens I will be sure to shift my dollars that way. There is a lot wrong with this game but when something good happens I take note and do what I can to help the cause. For example, as long as NYRA continues to charge me the best price for a solid product I will continue to wager my hard earned dollars with them.
Related Links:
Kentucky Horse Racing Authority
Thoroughbred Owners of California
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Man your words go through me like a burrito from Taco Bell
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