Headlines: January 13
– A breakdown in Aqueduct’s second race yesterday was a “rude welcome” for new track superintendent John Passero. [Aside: When did Ed Fountaine give up using articles?] (NYP)
– Owner Ken Ramsey is under investigation for a possible breach of ethics by Kentucky racing officials. (DRF)
– The California racing board issued a conditional license to jockey Pat Valenzuela on Wednesday. (LAT)
– Coolmore Stud raised $3.5 million for tsunami relief in an auction of one-time breeding rights to 50 of its stallions. (Globe)
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