2026 Del Mar Summer Owner Standings by Managing Owner
For the first time ever, Owner standings for the Del Mar summer season were compiled using the name of the managing owner. This was in addition to the traditional method. In both instances, Reddam Racing, LLC …
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John Sikura Appointed to TOC Board
Arcadia, Calif. – The board of directors of the Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) unanimously voted to appoint owner John G. Sikura to fill the vacant seat of Nick Alexander, subject to full board ratification at the upcoming January 30 meeting. Sikura is president of Hill ‘n’ Dale Farms in …
Cal-Bred Maiden Bonus Awards to be Increased in 2026
ARCADIA, Calif. (Sept. 18, 2025) — Beginning with the start of the Classic Meet on December 26, 2025, all maiden special weight races in restricted and open company run at Santa Anita Park will receive a $2,500 increase in the maiden bonus award from $10,000 to $12,500 and the same …
Workers’ Comp rates to increase 10 Percent in 2026
Arcadia, Calif. – Post Time Self Insurance Group (PTSIG) has advised that there will be a 10 percent increase in the Thoroughbred horse industry’s workers’ compensation program covering backstretch workers and jockeys at the start of 2026. The workers’ compensation program is operated by PTSIG and most of the program …
Darren Filkins Appointed to TOC Board
Arcadia, Calif. – The board of directors of the Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) unanimously voted to appoint owner Darren Filkins, CEO of Harris Farms, Inc. to fill a vacancy on the board created by the recent passing of John Harris. Filkins was born and raised in Bakersfield, CA. His …
Great Friends Stable Wins TOC’s Annual Partnership Award
Arcadia, Calif. – Great Friends Stable has been selected by Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) as the recipient of this year’s Horseracing Partnership Award. The annual award recognizes and celebrates co-ownerships and partnership entities within the horse racing community and is open to partnerships of all sizes from two and …