TAA to Spotlight Aftercare at Breeders’ Cup

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Santa Anita Park this year for the 40th running of the Breeders' Cup World Championships on Friday, Nov. 3, and Saturday, Nov. 4. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is one of the official charities and the official aftercare partner of the World Championships. 

TAA will have a booth set up during both event days, and patrons are encouraged to stop by to learn more about accredited aftercare. Branded merchandise will be available in exchange for a donation. California Retirement Management Account (CARMA) will also be on-site and will have a retrained Thoroughbred at Santa Anita that fans can meet up close and in person. In addition to Friday and Saturday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will also be on-site Thursday during the early morning workouts near the famous Clocker's Corner with branded merchandise and to answer questions about accredited aftercare.

Racing fans can opt to donate to TAA throughout the week when cashing a winning ticket on an AmTote self-service betting terminal at Santa Anita Park. All donations are tax-deductible.

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will also be represented with named races on both days of the Breeders' Cup World Championships. On Friday, the Breeders' Cup Juvenile (G1) will close out the day. On Saturday there will be the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Stakes (G2). Following both races, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be in the winner's circle to do a presentation to the winning connections. Post times for both races are to be determined. 

As part of FanDuel's commitment to support accredited Thoroughbred aftercare, the sports wagering digital cable and satellite television network has made a generous donation of $100,000 to TAA.

"Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is honored to be a part of the Breeders' Cup festivities, as this collaboration exemplifies our shared passion during one of the most exciting weekends in horse racing," said Jeffrey Bloom, president of Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. "This opportunity serves as a powerful international platform to advance the cause of accredited aftercare for Thoroughbreds, where we can all come together to support the cause and effort of ensuring the well-being and futures of our beloved equine athletes."