Robin Malatino

The New York State Gaming Commission has named seven individuals to form an advisory board to assist in directing contributions from New York's Thoroughbred and Standardbred breeding funds to responsible racehorse aftercare organizations. The newly named board members are: Joseph Battaglia, Lois Engel, Bill Ketzer, Robin Malatino, Lisa Malloy, Liz O'Connell, and Rick Schosberg. "These dedicated individuals recognize the importance of making sure racehorses have viable options after they leave the track," said gaming commission chairman Brian O'Dwyer. "Their collective expertise will undoubtedly help the cause, and I thank each...

MGSW War Dancer (War Front--Deed I Do by Alydeed) will return to Rockridge Stud in 2025, it was announced Thursday. The millionaire, who began his stud career at Rockridge Stud in 2017, led New York's turf sire since his first foals hit the track in 2020, with current progeny earnings nearing $10 million. "We are thrilled to once again partner with Rockridge in standing War Dancer, who has proven himself as a top turf sire," said Robin Malatino. "With the introduction of Tapeta at Belmont, he can only improve on...