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The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) is the main governing body of thoroughbred horse racing in the United States. They are also the main governing body of the World Thoroughbred Racing Championship, known in North America as the Breeders' Cup . The NTRA umbrella includes other groups like the American Quarter Horse Association. The NTRA sets rules, monitors membership, organizes races, and promotes professional thoroughbred racing and also lobbies on behalf of pari-mutuel wagering (handicapping), licenses thoroughbred breeders, and sells racing merchandise. The NTRA was formed in 1998 with startup funding provided by Breeders’ Cup Limited, The Jockey Club , Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association, Keeneland Association, Oak Tree Racing Association and the National Thoroughbred Association. Along with sister company Breeders' Cup Limited, the NTRA hosts the ten Breeders' Cup races. The NTRA has offices in Lexington, Kentucky , and New York City as well as lobbying personnel in Washington, D.C. . Key people include Commissioner and CEO D.G. Van Clief Jr., President and COO Greg Avioli, and CFO and Treasurer Ferguson Taylor. Van Clief also serves as the President for the Breeder's Cup. EXTERNAL LINKS
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