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Old 09-13-2019, 02:31 PM
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FRAVEL DEPARTING BREEDERS’ CUP FOR STRONACH GROUP

LEXINGTON, Ky. (September 13, 2019) – Craig R. Fravel, Breeders’ Cup President and Chief Executive Officer since 2011, will depart the organization at the conclusion of this year’s Breeders’ Cup World Championships on Nov. 1-2. Fravel has been appointed as The Stronach Group’s Chief Executive Officer, Racing Operations.

As Chief Executive Officer, Racing Operations, Fravel will assume management and oversight of all racing operations across Stronach Group owned tracks and training facilities. He will focus on implementing and enforcing global best practices and integrity standards for horse and rider safety in collaboration with key industry stakeholders while driving a new standard of excellence in Thoroughbred horse racing with a commitment to creating an unparalled experience for both horsemen and guests.
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They must have made him quite an offer to jump to that situation.

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Old 09-15-2019, 08:24 AM
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They must have made him quite an offer to jump to that situation.

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Undoubtedly, but his family didn't care for Kentucky from the start and returned to their California home at least a year ago. This is a great opportunity for Fravel to get back to them full time.
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Undoubtedly, but his family didn't care for Kentucky from the start and returned to their California home at least a year ago. This is a great opportunity for Fravel to get back to them full time.
They must miss the 13.5% state tax and the earthquakes...Kidding Steve
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Mike Lakow to Oversee Gulfstream Park Racing Operations

The Stronach Group announced today that Mike Lakow has been appointed vice president of racing operations at Gulfstream Park.

Lakow brings extensive knowledge and experience to Gulfstream Park. Most recently he served as Racing Secretary for the New York Racing Association at Saratoga Race Course and for all meets at Aqueduct Racetrack. Lakow takes over the position formerly held by Bill Badgett, who has accepted a position with the Florida Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association.

Lakow's valuable and varied experience in Thoroughbred racing includes serving as President and CEO of the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, General Manager at Hill 'n' Dale Farms, jockey agent for Hall of Fame rider Javier Castellano, and working as a steward in Florida and for the Emirates Racing Authority. Lakow originally served as racing secretary in New York from 1993-2005 and was racing director at Santa Anita Park from 2013-2014.
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