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The Louisiana Quarter Horse Breeders Association reminds horsemen of several important deadlines in November, including nominations for the 2027 Mardi Gras Futurity and Derby, stallion auction donations and Champions Day nominations.

On October 30, 2026, the Arizona Department of Gaming (the “Department”) has posted the following public notice on the Department's website: gaming.az.gov/racing

StallioneSearch.com presents episode 85 of the QH Racing Talk-Weekly podcast, featuring longtime horseman Steve Rothblum’s firsthand account of the legendary 1974 match race in Mexico City between AQHA Hall of Fame member Beduino and AQHA Racing Champion Come Six.

More than $674,000 was wagered on six Quarter Horse stakes during Indiana Champions Day, October 24 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, adding a significant betting component to the richest racing program in the track’s history.

Lone Star Park has announced that free flu vaccinations will be available to all licensed horsemen on Friday, November 6, as part of an effort to promote health and wellness among racing industry participants.

Elizabeth Rizo fondly remembers dressing up as a scarecrow as a young girl and competing in the Costume Contest at the Los Alamitos Halloween Carnival. Now a mother, Elizabeth figured it would be fun to recreate one of her favorite childhood costumes for her 3-year-old daughter, Kimberly, for this year’s track festivities.

The Texas Quarter Horse Association (TQHA) Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for 2027, with expanded eligibility requirements providing additional educational opportunities for students connected to the Texas Quarter Horse racing industry.

Horsemen are reminded that nominations close Friday, October 30, for two upcoming Quarter Horse stakes at Lone Star Park, including the $50,000 Guaranteed Lone Star Park Distance Championship and the $50,000 Added Yellow Rose of Texas Stakes.

With the 2026 Quarter Horse racing season entering its final two months, Jason L. Olmstead has established a commanding lead in the national trainer standings, topping all conditioners in both earnings and victories through October 27.

The Texas Quarter Horse Association (TQHA) is reminding owners and nominators that the next $500 sustaining payment for the 2027 Texas Breeders Futurity is due Sunday, November 15, 2026. Owners may also late-nominate at this time for $1,500.

A total of 144 two-year-old Quarter Horses have been entered in 15 trials for the Grade 1 Texas Classic Futurity, scheduled for Friday, October 30, at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie, Texas.

The Arizona Department of Gaming has issued a notice to racing licensees clarifying the regulatory status of Turf Paradise Racetrack following an arbitration order that restored access to the property and allowed horses to return to the Phoenix racing facility.

StallioneSearch.com rolls out Episode 84 of the QH Racing Talk–Weekly podcast, featuring MyRacehorse.com's Tyler Peeples, Director of Partnership Strategy and Growth, to discuss MyRacehorse.com's expansion into Quarter Horse racing through fractional ownership in 2026.

Horseshoe Indianapolis Racing & Casino will adjust with the upcoming time change effective Wednesday, October 28. Regular racing programs will move to a 1:30 p.m. post time, a change from the traditional 2:10 p.m. post time.

The Texas Horse Racing Hall of Fame announced Thursday its 2026 induction class, recognizing three longtime industry leaders, a two-time AQHA World Champion and a veteran racing journalist who have made significant contributions to the Quarter Horse racing industry.

Equineline is offering Quarter Horse breeders, owners, and industry professionals an opportunity to obtain complimentary pedigree and sire analysis reports during October as part of a special promotion available through October 31.

Lone Star Park officials are reminding horsemen that nominations for the $12,500-added Olympia Joe Stakes, restricted to Paints and Appaloosas, will close Friday, October 23.

Global Gaming Solutions has completed its acquisition of Wyoming Horse Racing, bringing Sweetwater Downs and 13 Horse Palace gaming and off-track wagering locations into the Chickasaw Nation-owned company’s racing portfolio.

Nestor Duran has surpassed the $4 million mark in earnings to lead the nation's Quarter Horse racing jockey standings through October 20, while Francisco Calderon and Juan Pulido remain among the leading contenders as the 2026 racing season enters its final months.