Every major sports in America has been shut down -- except one -- horse racing, which is still alive and thriving in multiple states across the country, TMZ Sports has learned.
Every major sport in America has been shut down -- except one -- horse racing, which is alive and thriving in multiple states across the country,We've confirmed tracks are operating in Florida, California, Arkansas and Oklahoma -- though we're told ALL of the tracks are not allowing fans to enter the facilities.
A rep for Gulfstream tells us, medical personnel are screening jockeys on the way into the track, taking temperatures and looking for COVID-19 symptoms. In California, the Los Alamitos track is closed to the public -- but racing on Friday through Sunday with only"essential staff permitted inside the facility."for all, but essential businesses. Still, the horses run.
We spoke with a rep for the Jockey's Guild who tell us they support the tracks staying open -- explaining,"Its important horses get training and exercise."
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