FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is announced as the Official Aftercare Partner of the Pegasus World Cup, set to be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Gulfstream Park. The Pegasus World Cup and 1/ST RACING recognize the importance of prioritizing the aftercare of Thoroughbred racehorses, which has led them to partner with Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance for over eleven consecutive years.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will have a named race on both Friday and Saturday, the weekend of the Pegasus World Cup. On Friday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Race will present Race 4. On Saturday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will present another named race, race number to be determined. Winners of both races will receive a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance blanket and gift bag.
“We’re excited to welcome Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance back as the Official Aftercare Partner of Pegasus World Cup,” said Nicole Walker, Vice President, The Stronach Group. “Having Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance as part of this event not only enhances our celebration of Florida racing but also stresses the industry’s commitment to aftercare and equine welfare.”
A representative from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present to host the winners of the “Off to the Races” VIP Experience online benefit auction. This exciting VIP experience was generously donated by 1/ST RACING. The winners will enjoy premium dining for four at the Ten Palms Restaurant, access to the winner’s circle for Friday’s Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance named race, a guided backside tour of Gulfstream Park, and much more.
“Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is incredibly grateful to be the Official Aftercare Partner of the Pegasus World Cup once again,” said Stacie Clark Rogers, Operations Consultant, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. “We are excited to kick off 2025 with first VIP experience of the year at a fantastic event that helps to raise awareness and support for retired Thoroughbreds, while celebrating the outstanding athletes of the racing world at this prestigious event.”
On Saturday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will present Best Turned Out awards, sponsored by Centennial Farm, for all 13 races. The winning groom and horse of each race will be spotlighted by the track announcer on-site, as well as on Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance’s social media accounts. As a gesture of recognition, the recipient of this award will receive a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance gift bag.
About Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance
Based in Lexington, KY, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that accredits, inspects, and awards grants to approved aftercare organizations to retrain, retire, and rehome Thoroughbreds using industry-wide funding. Along with continued funding from its original partners Breeders’ Cup, The Jockey Club, and Keeneland Association, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is supported by owners, trainers, breeders, racetracks, aftercare professionals, and other industry members. Since its inception in 2012, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has granted more than $40.74 million to accredited aftercare organizations. Currently, 86 aftercare organizations comprised of approximately 175 facilities across North America have been granted accreditation. To learn more about Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, visit thoroughbredaftercare.org.
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