Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted September 27, 2019 Journalists Share Posted September 27, 2019 WinStar Farm has been confirmed as a participant in The Pitons Cup, to be held at the new Royal Saint Lucia Turf Club on Dec. 13. “It’s always exciting to be a part of something new whether it is the Dubai World Cup, the Pegasus World Cup or a race like The Pitons Cup,” said Elliott Walden, President and Racing Manager of WinStar Farm. “[The Pitons Cup] is certainly capturing some attention and some good operators are signing on. It will be a great fun to get down to Saint Lucia and be a part of what is shaping as a great event.” Walden continued, “The importance the Thoroughbred industry supporting itself and supporting new initiatives cannot be understated. We all benefit with a strong industry and we are all responsible for ensuring it is strong and healthy,” Of the developments in St. Lucia, spearheaded by China Horse Club’s Teo Ah Khing, Walden said, “The creation of a new industry in Saint Lucia is very exciting. It is difficult to fully understand what opportunities may arise with a new center of horse racing in the Caribbean but what is clear is that helping the sport grow can only be a positive thing.” Other U.S.-based entities/individuals set to participate in the $150,000 race include Taylor Made Farm, trainer Todd Pletcher, owner Sol Kumin and bloodstock agent Bradley Weisbord. The post WinStar Confirmed for Pitons Cup appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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