Horse Nations Racing Group

The Road to Sanctioning

When.

A clear, phased timetable for getting Indian Relay Racing recognized as a sanctioned pari-mutuel racing discipline — and the milestones that mark the path.

Sanctioning a new racing discipline does not happen overnight — but it does follow a proven sequence. Horse Nations Racing Group has mapped every required step, from regulatory engagement to inaugural pari-mutuel handle, against a realistic timeline grounded in the Quarter Horse and Arabian precedents.

Phase 12026 – 2027

Foundation & Regulatory Engagement

  • Formalize HNIRC governance structure and bylaws
  • Complete race-condition rulebook aligned with existing pari-mutuel standards
  • Initiate dialogue with state racing commissions in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho
  • Secure legal counsel specializing in pari-mutuel regulatory law
  • Present IRR sanctioning case to at least two state commissions
Phase 22027 – 2028

Pilot Sanctioning & Proof of Handle

  • Obtain pilot pari-mutuel wagering authorization in first state
  • Conduct inaugural sanctioned meet with live pari-mutuel handle
  • Document handle data, attendance, and regulatory compliance for commission review
  • Expand pilot to second state jurisdiction
  • Engage national simulcast networks for IRR broadcast feasibility study
Phase 32028 – 2029

Multi-State Authorization & Media Rights

  • File for pari-mutuel authorization in five additional states
  • Negotiate first media rights agreement for sanctioned IRR events
  • Launch simulcast wagering on at least one interstate platform
  • Establish licensing framework for track operators and event promoters
  • Present multi-state handle data to ARCI and national regulatory bodies
Phase 42029 and Beyond

National Recognition & Full Revenue Activation

  • Achieve recognized racing discipline status at the national regulatory level
  • Activate full pari-mutuel handle across multi-state and online platforms
  • Launch national sponsorship and naming-rights program
  • Establish annual Championship of Champions as the premier sanctioned IRR event
  • Target $5M–$15M annual revenue run rate by end of Year 3 post-sanctioning

“Every major racing discipline followed this path. Indian Relay Racing is next.” It's not a question of "if", it is a question of "when".

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