Bob Baffert named advisor to HISA's Horsemen's Advisory Group
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Bob Baffert was appointed as one of three new advisors to the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) on August 14. In his role, he will provide input on Racetrack Safety and Anti-Doping and Medication Control programs. Alongside him, trainers Jena Antonucci and Tim Keefe also joined the advisory group, which consists of 18 members. HISA’s CEO discussed the importance of the new members in enhancing the sport for horses and participants. Baffert’s addition comes after a controversial past involving a suspension from Churchill Downs related to a failed drug test of one of his horses.
- •Baffert joins HISA's Horsemen's Advisory Group as of August 14.
- •He will provide feedback on safety and medication programs.
- •Jena Antonucci and Tim Keefe were also appointed to the group.
- •Baffert has trained multiple Kentucky Derby and Triple Crown winners.
- •HISA was established by Congress in 2020 to oversee horse racing regulations.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — Horse racing trainer Bob Baffert named advisor to HISA
"As a member of HISA's Horsemen's Advisory Group, Baffert is expected provide feedback on the Racetrack Safety, and Anti-Doping and Medication Control programs.
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