OSAF ́s recommendations for the use of the whip
The regional harmonization on the use of the whip was an issue introduced by OSAF in late 2012, where the recomendation was for the South American racecourses to use the whip that was used Worldwide at the time, the one approved by IFHA ́s TAC (Technical Advisory Committee): the Procrush flat whip, with flexible stem and slim non-slip handle, with shock-absorbing, cushioned end that stimulates the horse without inflicting injury and minimizing the impact of the hit. This whip has a total length of 76 cm and contains a patent leather core to prevent any potential twist in the tip that may harm the horse. Driven by this initiative, by 2014 all OSAF member racecourses had already adopted the use of this whip. […]
Ratified results, Longines Gran Premio Latinoamericano and Longines CUP 2019
Today, the Australian laboratory RASL (Racing Analytical Services Limited), disclosed informed OSAF of the results of the 10 samples shipped to be tested for doping, belonging to the winner and 4 runner ups of both Longines Gran Premio Latinoamericano (G1) and Longines Cup Carlos Campino (G2). Download PDF
Equine transportation – Where can we improve?
In the 22nd International Movement of Horses Committee (IMHC) Meeting, Bárbara Padalino (barbara.padalino@uniba.it). We share your presentation with very interesting information about equine transport: Download PDF
OSAF meetings during the LGPL week in Santiago de Chile, part 1
As it usually happens throughout the whole World, the major race meetings gather the participation of representatives from all regions and, likewise, make the best scenario possible, to organize Technical Committee meetings. […]
Countdown towards Longines Gran Premio Latinoamericano 2019: Confirmed runners
OSAF is pleased to announce the names of the 17 confirmed runners for the 2019 edition of Longines Gran Premio Latinoamericano to take place on Sunday 10th of March at Club Hípico de Santiago. Download PDF
Countdown towards Longines Gran Premio Latinoamericano 2019: The runners
Only 19 away from the running of the 35th edition of Longines Gran Premio Latinoamericano, we are pleased to share with the readers of OSAF News the names of the contestants who will meet on the turf track of Club Hípico de Santiago on Sunday 10th of March. When the starting gates open, they will have to cover 2000 meters for only one of them to become the best Latin American racehorse. Descargar PDF