In a groundbreaking move set to transform the landscape of horse racing, Equibase, the leading database for the racing industry, has announced a strategic partnership with tech innovator Stable Analytics LLC. Together, they aim to enhance the welfare of Thoroughbreds by leveraging state-of-the-art wearable technology, as revealed in a press release on Thursday.
Central to this collaboration is the development and widespread adoption of Stable Analytics’s pioneering biometric device, the Equigraph. This innovative wireless sensor, designed to be affixed to the girth of a horse, is set to provide unprecedented insights into the health and performance of these magnificent animals.
A significant component of this initiative is the participation of Equibase and Stable Analytics in a research study conducted by the American Association of Equine Practitioners. This study will critically analyze the capability of wearable sensors like the Equigraph in the early detection of musculoskeletal injuries, aiming to preemptively address conditions that could affect the racing careers of Thoroughbreds.
Both companies have been greenlit to progress to the next stage of this research, which involves utilizing the Equigraph on several hundred two-year-old Thoroughbreds throughout 2025. Notably, the barn of esteemed trainer Ken McPeek is among those selected to take part in this examination.
Speaking on the initiative, McPeek expressed enthusiasm about integrating advanced technology into traditional racing practices. “McPeek Racing is thrilled to partner with Stable Analytics and Equibase,” he remarked. “Our 2024 yearlings will be involved in sensor testing to supply data beyond what is visible to the human eye. This collaboration between traditional horsemanship and technology could significantly enhance the safety of the sport.”
The partnership between Equibase and Stable Analytics represents a significant step forward in the fusion of technology and equine sports, promising to create safer racing environments by harnessing data-driven insights that were previously out of reach.