Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Showcases Aftercare Efforts at Pacific Classic Day

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Showcases Aftercare Efforts at Pacific Classic Day

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LEXINGTON, KY – Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Del Mar for Pacific Classic Day on Saturday, August 30, 2025. This premier summer racing event features the Grade I $1,000,000 FanDuel Racing Pacific Classic as the highlight of the weekend’s festivities. As part of the “Win and You’re In” Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series, the Pacific Classic is expected to attract widespread attention from racing fans.

Demonstrating its continued support for accredited aftercare, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club will recognize Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance with a named race on the undercard of Pacific Classic Day. Following the race, a presentation will be made to the winning connections, featuring a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance branded gift bag and blanket.

A representative from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present to host winners of the “Off to the Races” VIP Experience online benefit auction. This exciting VIP experience was generously donated by Del Mar Thoroughbred Club.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club continues to demonstrate its strong support for accredited aftercare through its collaboration with Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. “Del Mar is committed to the welfare of Thoroughbreds beyond their racing careers,” said Josh Rubinstein, President of Del Mar Thoroughbred Club. “Through initiatives like these on major race days, we are proud to shine a spotlight on aftercare and underscore the industry’s ongoing dedication to responsible practices.”

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 $36.04 million to accredited aftercare organizations. Currently, 83 aftercare organizations comprised of approximately 175 facilities across North America have been granted accreditation. To learn more about Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, visit thoroughbredaftercare.org.

Contact Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance
859-224-2756
info@thoroughbredaftercare.org

Fundraising & Events
Emily Dresen
352-362-6934
edresen@thoroughbredaftercare.org

Media Contact
Samantha Smith

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