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As the Integrated Gambling Industry Supervision Commission, which had maintained strict regulatory policies on the legal gambling industry, begins to change its stance, the possibility of the horse racing industry resuming online betting is increasing.Recent estimates from the media and academia suggest that the scale of illegal gambling ranges from 100 trillion to 160 trillion won, with tax evasion related to it reaching up to 8 trillion won (according to the 2014 estimate by the Korea Institute of Criminology). Despite calls from various sectors to focus on cracking down on and preventing illegal gambling, the Gambling Supervision Commission consistently maintained strong regulatory policies toward legal gambling, but these ultimately created a balloon effect, and signs of a policy shift within the commission are now beginning to emerge.

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Although we haven't known each other for long, I am so happy and honored to have won the horse racing championship I've dreamed of. I bought this horse myself at a Pecceg-Tipton auction and chose it after seeing it in person. I had my eye on several words before, but the moment I saw this one, I felt a strong connection and decided to buy it. I think it was a really good choice, and I hope he continues this honor by performing well in the other events. I will manage the horses I own carefully and work to help them grow into the best in our country. I will do my best to prepare so that we can also aim for overseas races in the future.

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His father is registered as a foreigner in Korea and wants to contribute to the development of Korean horse racing by introducing training facilities and technologies to Jeju. I want to bring today’s joy to Japan and fully enjoy it there as well.With the announcement of the designation of the horse industry special zone, the local governments are in a celebratory mood. This is because, from the perspective of local governments actively promoting horse industry-related projects, government support is now guaranteed, enabling them to advance these initiatives more vigorously.I watched the race with a pounding heart. Since jockey Fujii had a lot of experience in Korea, I heard many things and prepared for the race dynamics.

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His horse was in good condition, and we began serious training on Tuesday to build our rhythm. I’m very happy to have won, and if there are any races in Korea while I’m active in Japan, I’d like to come and say hello.At the end of last year, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs completed a study on “Measures to Revitalize Off-Track Betting Venues,” which included 15 key tasks for their stabilization, among them the introduction of an online betting system.The online betting system, introduced in Korea in 2005, was enacted to meet the demands of customers seeking online transactions amid the rapid spread of IT technology, to bring users of illegal internet horse racing ticket purchasing agencies into the regulatory framework, and to contribute to the sound development and popularization of horse racing by providing real-name ticket-purchasing services.

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His horse was in good condition, and we began serious training on Tuesday to build our rhythm. I’m very happy to have won, and if there are any races in Korea while I’m active in Japan, I’d like to come and say hello.At the end of last year, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs completed a study on “Measures to Revitalize Off-Track Betting Venues,” which included 15 key tasks for their stabilization, among them the introduction of an online betting system.The online betting system, introduced in Korea in 2005, was enacted to meet the demands of customers seeking online transactions amid the rapid spread of IT technology, to bring users of illegal internet horse racing ticket purchasing agencies into the regulatory framework, and to contribute to the sound development and popularization of horse racing by providing real-name ticket-purchasing services.

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Since horses dislike sand splashing, we researched many ways to overcome this issue. I think focusing on managing my condition to minimize the stress from playing away was the key to the victory. I believe Korea can develop quickly because of its strong willingness to learn from advanced horse racing. I would like to visit Korea again if I have the chance.At the preliminary meeting, the trainer said that as long as he let the horse run freely, it could achieve good results. I think focusing on the fast-approaching 'Fly Top Queen' and 'Joy Luckie' led to a good result.

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His father is registered as a foreigner in Korea and wants to contribute to the development of Korean horse racing by introducing training facilities and technologies to Jeju. I want to bring today’s joy to Japan and fully enjoy it there as well.With the announcement of the designation of the horse industry special zone, the local governments are in a celebratory mood. This is because, from the perspective of local governments actively promoting horse industry-related projects, government support is now guaranteed, enabling them to advance these initiatives more vigorously.I watched the race with a pounding heart. Since jockey Fujii had a lot of experience in Korea, I heard many things and prepared for the race dynamics.

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Since horses dislike sand splashing, we researched many ways to overcome this issue. I think focusing on managing my condition to minimize the stress from playing away was the key to the victory. I believe Korea can develop quickly because of its strong willingness to learn from advanced horse racing. I would like to visit Korea again if I have the chance.At the preliminary meeting, the trainer said that as long as he let the horse run freely, it could achieve good results. I think focusing on the fast-approaching 'Fly Top Queen' and 'Joy Luckie' led to a good result.

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Since horses dislike sand splashing, we researched many ways to overcome this issue. I think focusing on managing my condition to minimize the stress from playing away was the key to the victory. I believe Korea can develop quickly because of its strong willingness to learn from advanced horse racing. I would like to visit Korea again if I have the chance.At the preliminary meeting, the trainer said that as long as he let the horse run freely, it could achieve good results. I think focusing on the fast-approaching 'Fly Top Queen' and 'Joy Luckie' led to a good result.

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However, since both Gyeongbuk and Gyeonggi, which applied for additional special zone designation, were designated as horse industry special zones, some analysts suggest that the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs may have lowered its standards, which had previously required a certain level of achievement.These horses were purchased by the father during the U.S. auction, then registered and cared for by the mother. Although I haven’t followed Gyeongju consistently, I decided to enter this race because I believe the horse suits Korean racing. I always support you, so I’m very happy that you put on such a great race.

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Horse Racing Culture Newspaper has made significant contributions to the development of Korea’s horse racing leisure culture industry, and we believe that it has played a dedicated role in meeting the diverse information needs of all sectors of the public sports community, improving the quality of the horse racing industry, advancing research and development in stud horse technology, and fostering a healthy horse industry.In addition, by leading by example in establishing an advanced horse racing culture—from jockeys and trainers to horse racing fans

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From Horse Racing Culture Newspaper to KRJ Broadcasting, Horse Industry Journal, and Perfect Today Horse Racing, it has steadily grown across various areas related to the horse industry, and their tireless efforts to deliver valuable and accurate information are truly admirable. As someone working in the horse industry, it also fills me with pride.I don't think dedicating 19 years to a single field is an easy feat. The content and fields conveyed over that time are likely diverse and endless. I am confident that these elements collectively serve as a compass for shaping Korean language culture and leading the horse industry.

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With growing awareness emphasizing increased national income and quality of life, we hope that the development of equestrian sports, recognized as a healthy leisure activity, will help overcome the limitations of the existing horse racing industry, and we ask many horse racing fans to show their interest.We hope that by improving productivity across the horse industry and expanding the equestrian base, our country can emerge as a leading nation in equestrianism, and we wish for Racing Media to participate as a partner in this effort.

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As a company leading horse culture for the development of the horse industry, Racing Media once again represents the Korea Equestrian Federation in congratulating you as a comprehensive horse industry media outlet that delights the eyes and ears of viewers and readers with diverse content.I believe horse racing and equestrianism share many commonalities through horses, making them industries that can support each other. One enjoys watching a third party run in a dream, while the other experiences it firsthand; I think both are forms of love sports.

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Since 2016, it has been responsible for promoting the successful implementation and establishment of the Riding Competitiveness Certification System, an important initiative for popularization and standardization, using various in-house media tools to improve public perception of the horse industry. In addition, to correct misconceptions, we were the first horse-related organization to hold a meaningful festival at Seoul City Hall Plaza themed around horses, promoting the value of the horse industry in walking together with society under

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Based on the already planned Saemangeum Horse Industry Complex, we look forward to the active cooperation and support of related organizations and the government in reflecting the Saemangeum Racehorse Joint Production and Development Complex—a national project promoted by the association—to be included in the national agenda, so that we can create a joint production, breeding, and sales complex for racehorses, drastically reduce operating costs, and foster the production and development of high-quality racehorses to promote the sustainable development of racehorse breeders and Korean horse racing.

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If conditions are favorable in the future and the association takes the lead in nurturing the next generation, active support is needed.Ideally, as in advanced countries, various support measures and systems should be in place to restructure the auction market to focus on first-generation horses. Inland horses are making efficient use of the pasture at LetsRun Farm Jangsu. Riding training has become possible regardless of weather conditions on the newly completed 400-meter indoor track at LetsRun Farm Jangsu earlier this year.

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Despite these efforts by the horse racing community, various new regulations are being introduced that are not seen in other horse racing countries. This situation is concerning, as it undermines the racing community's efforts to modernize the sport. Moreover, the many stalled and regrettable aspects of the innovation plan for change and reform that the Korea Racing Authority has been ambitiously pursuing are also holding back the development of horse racing due to collective selfishness.In response, we urge the horse racing community to unite in addressing this issue,

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Once again, I would like to express my gratitude to CEO Kim Moon-young of the Horse Racing Culture Newspaper, as well as all the staff and officials for their hard work.Currently, Korean horse racing is setting a direction to enter the ranks of advanced racing to make a new leap forward. Recently, the Pukyong-bu-gyeongju horse "Triple Nine" achieved a remarkable feat by competing closely with top foreign racehorses in the Godolphin Mile, one of the world's premier races at the Dubai World Cup, while Mainstay secured victory in the Dubai World Cup preliminaries.

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LetsRun Farm or local government trail courses would also receive strong support. And those efforts can not only expand the base of equestrianism but also return as reinvestment for the industry.Starting this fall semester, Sejong University's Graduate School of Industry will launch the country's first master's program in the 'Horse Industry.' We ask many people involved in the horse industry to take interest and participate. I believe that if master's program experts are produced with the active support of the horse industry sector,

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Each semester, I participate in a two-week riding experience at the Korea Racing Authority’s equestrian academy. The Korea Racing Authority also seems uninterested in bringing together CEOs and opinion leaders who could serve as pioneers in promoting equestrianism. That's something I really can't understand. Regardless of funding, even offering in-depth programs or special lectures to these groups would attract many equestrian culture CEO alumni and produce significant results.Support must also be provided in full and with full backing.

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As a supervising professor, I was on the front lines to ensure students could attend equestrian classes safely and properly, so I gradually internalized these skills through hands-on experience.Just as business leaders contributed to the growth of golf, they must take the lead in revitalizing the culture of equestrian consumption. It is regrettable that the horse industry shows no interest in the fact that the participants of the equestrian culture CEO program are composed of such opinion leaders. It would be great if they could encourage and support one another for the advancement of the horse industry.

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Just as entrepreneurs contributed to the growth of golf, they could have played a leading role in promoting equestrianism, but the horse industry is showing no interest, which is regrettable.As mentioned earlier, don’t speak negatively of other riding centers; instead, find your own unique characteristics and give them a distinct identity. In the mobile era, simply saying we are the best riding center to consumers who choose everything in the palm of their hand is not enough.What matters more is how much service is provided with the consumer in mind.

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The consumer market needs to be consumer-centered for it to thrive, but currently,the equestrian industry is centered on riding facilities rather than consumers.Whether it’s hiring former athletes as instructors, prioritizing horses, or focusing on facilities and atmosphere,it is not consumer-centered.Other leisure sports, including golf, are already breaking away from those past images.Facilities are being developed with the customer in mind,and events,programs,and communication services are being implemented, but the equestrian industry remains stuck in the past.

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Golf, considered a nearby leisure sport, makes good use of this. In the past, golf instructors would pressure their clients by boasting that they were former players while teaching.However, as golf became more popular and widespread, the market grew and competition intensified. In addition, as consumers’ understanding of golf has improved, the industry has shifted from focusing on brands to a more customer-centric approach. The equestrian industry could do better by paying a little more attention and following suit, but they are not making such efforts.