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Triple Nine, selected as Korea’s representative horse for two consecutive years, made history in Korean horse racing by becoming the first domestic horse to step onto the dream stage of the Dubai World Cup final. Although he finished 11th out of 13 in the final race, Godolphin Mile, leaving some regrets, he is regarded as having demonstrated a significant step forward for Korean horse racing. And owner Choi Byung-bu kept his promise to horse racing fans by sending Triple Nine to the final round.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 03:21 AM
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In the end, although the Western District Court issued a settlement recommendation urging both parties to reach an agreement, the court is expected to rule in favor of the Korea Racing Authority in early July of a provisional injunction seeking to prohibit nine individuals, including Jung Bang (44, female), co-representative of the 'Yongsan Virtual Horse Racing Gambling Ban Committee,' from approaching buildings near the racetrack, after the opposition committee declared its refusal, demanding a fine of 1 million won.Meanwhile, the Western District Court made it clear that the legality of the opening of the Yongsan off-track betting facility should be determined through a subsequent administrative lawsuit.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 03:18 AM
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In the end, although the Western District Court issued a settlement recommendation urging both parties to reach an agreement, the court is expected to rule in favor of the Korea Racing Authority in early July of a provisional injunction seeking to prohibit nine individuals, including Jung Bang (44, female), co-representative of the 'Yongsan Virtual Horse Racing Gambling Ban Committee,' from approaching buildings near the racetrack, after the opposition committee declared its refusal, demanding a fine of 1 million won.Meanwhile, the Western District Court made it clear that the legality of the opening of the Yongsan off-track betting facility should be determined through a subsequent administrative lawsuit.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 03:15 AM
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The Korea Racing Authority also stated that it will continue to make efforts to engage in ongoing dialogue with local residents during the pilot operation period. First, he emphasized active participation in mediation through the Korea Conflict Resolution Center, designated by the National Unity Committee, and made it clear that he would continue direct dialogue with local residents by holding meetings with the opposition committee and holding project briefings for local inhabitants.The Korea Racing Authority also plans to ensure objectivity in its efforts to diversify communication channels and in the evaluation of the pilot operation.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 03:11 AM
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In the end, although the Western District Court issued a settlement recommendation urging both parties to reach an agreement, the court is expected to rule in favor of the Korea Racing Authority in early July of a provisional injunction seeking to prohibit nine individuals, including Jung Bang (44, female), co-representative of the 'Yongsan Virtual Horse Racing Gambling Ban Committee,' from approaching buildings near the racetrack, after the opposition committee declared its refusal, demanding a fine of 1 million won.Meanwhile, the Western District Court made it clear that the legality of the opening of the Yongsan off-track betting facility should be determined through a subsequent administrative lawsuit.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 03:03 AM
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The Korea Racing Authority stated that while accepting the court's decision, it will make additional efforts to address concerns raised by the opposition committee regarding infringement on the right to learn by operating only during the school vacation period on Friday and actively participating in mediation through the Korea Conflict Resolution Center.However, the opposition committee maintains that it cannot accept the court's decision.In an email sent to reporters on the evening of the 15th, the opposition committee stated, "We will not accept any recommendation that includes recognition of the Korea Racing Authority's pilot opening, regardless of its content."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 03:00 AM
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Students from Seongsim Girls' Middle and High School also participated in the press conference and presented an appeal. In their appeal, the student council of Seongsim Girls' Middle School expressed concern, saying, "Looking out the classroom window, one can see the massive building of a gambling den," and warned that "horse racers from across the country will flock here, forced to learn a get-rich-quick mentality and materialism that destroys their lives." They also appealed to President Park Geun Hye, a graduate of Seongsim Girls' Middle and High School, saying, "Your help is desperately needed," and requested, "Please assist in repurposing this building into a library and cultural center for the youth who will carry the future."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 02:55 AM
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The committee left it to its discretion to thoroughly diagnose the issues identified after the pilot operation ended and to consider whether to take drastic measures, such as closing the project, if complaints continue to be raised.KRA Chairman Hyun Myung-kwan said, "The KRA plans to accept the court's settlement recommendation," adding, "We will do our best to break away from outdated practices through the pilot operation of the Yongsan off-track betting facility and use it as a milestone for innovation." Regarding efforts to resolve the conflict with the opposition committee, he said, "Restoring mutual trust with the opposition committee is the top priority," adding, "We will do our utmost to ensure that the Korea Racing Authority's sincerity is conveyed by approaching dialogue with an open mind and patience."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 02:46 AM
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The Korea Racing Authority stated that while accepting the court's decision, it will make additional efforts to address concerns raised by the opposition committee regarding infringement on the right to learn by operating only during the school vacation period on Friday and actively participating in mediation through the Korea Conflict Resolution Center.However, the opposition committee maintains that it cannot accept the court's decision.In an email sent to reporters on the evening of the 15th, the opposition committee stated, "We will not accept any recommendation that includes recognition of the Korea Racing Authority's pilot opening, regardless of its content."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 02:41 AM
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In the end, although the Western District Court issued a settlement recommendation urging both parties to reach an agreement, the court is expected to rule in favor of the Korea Racing Authority in early July of a provisional injunction seeking to prohibit nine individuals, including Jung Bang (44, female), co-representative of the 'Yongsan Virtual Horse Racing Gambling Ban Committee,' from approaching buildings near the racetrack, after the opposition committee declared its refusal, demanding a fine of 1 million won.Meanwhile, the Western District Court made it clear that the legality of the opening of the Yongsan off-track betting facility should be determined through a subsequent administrative lawsuit.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 02:31 AM
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In the end, although the Western District Court issued a settlement recommendation urging both parties to reach an agreement, the court is expected to rule in favor of the Korea Racing Authority in early July of a provisional injunction seeking to prohibit nine individuals, including Jung Bang (44, female), co-representative of the 'Yongsan Virtual Horse Racing Gambling Ban Committee,' from approaching buildings near the racetrack, after the opposition committee declared its refusal, demanding a fine of 1 million won.Meanwhile, the Western District Court made it clear that the legality of the opening of the Yongsan off-track betting facility should be determined through a subsequent administrative lawsuit.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 02:19 AM
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At the final hearing on July 15, the 21st Civil Division of the Western District Court (Presiding Judge Hwang Yoon-gu) stated, “Rather than deciding immediately on whether to grant the injunction, it is deemed necessary for both parties to take a cooling-off period,” and recommended a settlement, saying, “The respondents should allow the Korea Racing Authority to conduct a trial operation of the racetrack by the end of October and discuss the matter again afterward.”A settlement recommendation is a procedure in which the court, when the parties to a dispute cannot reach an agreement, proactively urges both sides to come to a settlement before making a judgment. The parties may file an objection with the court within two weeks of receiving the decision. If either party files an objection, the court will decide whether to grant the provisional injunction.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 02:15 AM
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Students from Seongsim Girls' Middle and High School also participated in the press conference and presented an appeal. In their appeal, the student council of Seongsim Girls' Middle School expressed concern, saying, "Looking out the classroom window, one can see the massive building of a gambling den," and warned that "horse racers from across the country will flock here, forced to learn a get-rich-quick mentality and materialism that destroys their lives." They also appealed to President Park Geun Hye, a graduate of Seongsim Girls' Middle and High School, saying, "Your help is desperately needed," and requested, "Please assist in repurposing this building into a library and cultural center for the youth who will carry the future."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 02:03 AM
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In the end, although the Western District Court issued a settlement recommendation urging both parties to reach an agreement, the court is expected to rule in favor of the Korea Racing Authority in early July of a provisional injunction seeking to prohibit nine individuals, including Jung Bang (44, female), co-representative of the 'Yongsan Virtual Horse Racing Gambling Ban Committee,' from approaching buildings near the racetrack, after the opposition committee declared its refusal, demanding a fine of 1 million won.Meanwhile, the Western District Court made it clear that the legality of the opening of the Yongsan off-track betting facility should be determined through a subsequent administrative lawsuit.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 01:55 AM
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The Korea Racing Authority stated that while accepting the court's decision, it will make additional efforts to address concerns raised by the opposition committee regarding infringement on the right to learn by operating only during the school vacation period on Friday and actively participating in mediation through the Korea Conflict Resolution Center.However, the opposition committee maintains that it cannot accept the court's decision.In an email sent to reporters on the evening of the 15th, the opposition committee stated, "We will not accept any recommendation that includes recognition of the Korea Racing Authority's pilot opening, regardless of its content."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 01:49 AM
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The Korea Racing Authority also stated that it will continue to make efforts to engage in ongoing dialogue with local residents during the pilot operation period. First, he emphasized active participation in mediation through the Korea Conflict Resolution Center, designated by the National Unity Committee, and made it clear that he would continue direct dialogue with local residents by holding meetings with the opposition committee and holding project briefings for local inhabitants.The Korea Racing Authority also plans to ensure objectivity in its efforts to diversify communication channels and in the evaluation of the pilot operation.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 01:40 AM
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The Korea Racing Authority stated that while accepting the court's decision, it will make additional efforts to address concerns raised by the opposition committee regarding infringement on the right to learn by operating only during the school vacation period on Friday and actively participating in mediation through the Korea Conflict Resolution Center.However, the opposition committee maintains that it cannot accept the court's decision.In an email sent to reporters on the evening of the 15th, the opposition committee stated, "We will not accept any recommendation that includes recognition of the Korea Racing Authority's pilot opening, regardless of its content."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 01:32 AM
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At the final hearing on July 15, the 21st Civil Division of the Western District Court (Presiding Judge Hwang Yoon-gu) stated, “Rather than deciding immediately on whether to grant the injunction, it is deemed necessary for both parties to take a cooling-off period,” and recommended a settlement, saying, “The respondents should allow the Korea Racing Authority to conduct a trial operation of the racetrack by the end of October and discuss the matter again afterward.”A settlement recommendation is a procedure in which the court, when the parties to a dispute cannot reach an agreement, proactively urges both sides to come to a settlement before making a judgment. The parties may file an objection with the court within two weeks of receiving the decision. If either party files an objection, the court will decide whether to grant the provisional injunction.
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 01:26 AM
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Students from Seongsim Girls' Middle and High School also participated in the press conference and presented an appeal. In their appeal, the student council of Seongsim Girls' Middle School expressed concern, saying, "Looking out the classroom window, one can see the massive building of a gambling den," and warned that "horse racers from across the country will flock here, forced to learn a get-rich-quick mentality and materialism that destroys their lives." They also appealed to President Park Geun Hye, a graduate of Seongsim Girls' Middle and High School, saying, "Your help is desperately needed," and requested, "Please assist in repurposing this building into a library and cultural center for the youth who will carry the future."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 01:19 AM
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The Korea Racing Authority stated that while accepting the court's decision, it will make additional efforts to address concerns raised by the opposition committee regarding infringement on the right to learn by operating only during the school vacation period on Friday and actively participating in mediation through the Korea Conflict Resolution Center.However, the opposition committee maintains that it cannot accept the court's decision.In an email sent to reporters on the evening of the 15th, the opposition committee stated, "We will not accept any recommendation that includes recognition of the Korea Racing Authority's pilot opening, regardless of its content."
Saturday, October 24 2026 - 01:02 AM
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Most people think of horse racing as gambling. However, quite a large number of people actually enjoy horse racing as a leisure activity in their daily lives. If the environment and culture of horse racing are improved so that it can be enjoyed as a leisure activity and the horse racing industry is revitalized, the equine industry will also thrive. I believe that revitalizing the horse industry can also provide great benefits to our society.First of all, I think it would be wonderful if the next government listens to the demands of horse racing fans and reflects them in legislation.
Friday, October 23 2026 - 11:15 AM
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Graduates who have learned those processes and manuals at school carry out those processes professionally. For example, after graduating, trained students sign contracts with 15 farms and visit them regularly to train the horses according to their needs and the training process. The plan is for them to receive training expenses instead of being unable to join the racetrack or having to stay there long-term and pay management fees, so that the horses can be put to use. We are working closely with the school to carry it out.
Friday, October 23 2026 - 11:10 AM
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Because they enter without proper training, their expertise is lacking, and many accidents occur. The horses are also running worse. His abilities are good, but there are also significant disparities. Overall, the quality of the race is lacking. Jeju horse racing is broadcast in Seoul and Busan, but there were complaints from customers saying, "I can't watch it," and "What kind of horse racing is this?"Employees working at LetsRun Park Jeju had also been considering this issue, but there were limitations due to internal circumstances.
Friday, October 23 2026 - 11:08 AM
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Since 2014, Deputy Director Kim Jin-gap has been in charge of managing Jeju’s racing resources at LetsRun Park Jeju, and over the course of that long period, he has continued tireless efforts as a dedicated practitioner, developing relevant policies and manuals, persuading farms, and leading training. On May 7, we met with Kim Jin-gap, head of race resource management at LetsRun Park Jeju, on site to hear about the progress, including the systematic breeding process of race Jeju horses. The Korea Racing Authority’s LetsRun Park Jeju Racing Division
Friday, October 23 2026 - 11:05 AM
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Jeon Seong-won, current Head of the Win-Win Marketing Division and former Head of the Jeju Regional Headquarters at the time the agreement for the mutual development of the horse industry was passed, and Kim Jin-gap, Head of Jeju’s Racing Resources Management Division, have continued to engage with farmers with a sense of responsibility on this important issue, tirelessly developing and implementing related policies in the field.At a special zone meeting held in Jeju last June,
Friday, October 23 2026 - 11:01 AM