Philadelphia Park’s brave new world
Mike Ballezzi, executive director of the Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, discusses the transformation underway at Philadelphia Park, where slots-enriched overnight purses are expected to reach $400,000 a day—or more.
Interview by Lucy Acton. Page 20

Behind the scenes with Maryland jockeys’ agents
Booking mounts for riders requires salesmanship, diplomacy—
and an occasional white lie.
Story by Sean Clancy. Page 28

Hall of Fame trainer Bud Delp was a Maryland legend, credited with 70 stakes winners, including 1980 Horse of the Year Spectacular Bid.
Obituary on page 16.