pari-mutuel

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She was 20 years old when she made her debut on Feb. 7, 1969, at Hialeah Park and became the first woman in the U.S. to ride in a professional race at pari-mutuel track.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

If it is a pari-mutuel game of skill, then it is governed by the state regulatory agency, the California Horse Racing Board.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

If it is skill, and proved to be a pari-mutuel product, then the path to success is much easier.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2025

The pari-mutuel firms also sued DeSantis and leaders of the Florida Legislature, which authorized the compact, in a case pending before the Florida Supreme Court.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2024

First, tracks had to use the pari-mutuel wagering machine instead of the bookmakers whose corruption had prompted the betting ban.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand