We have asked some of racing's best and brightest what they think racing will be like in 2036. Here are some submissions from our readers.Thoroughbred Racing in 2036: Building a Smarter, Safer FutureBy 2036, Thoroughbred racing may look markedly different from the sport of today. The industry is entering a period of transition shaped by technology, safety reform, digital fan engagement, and growing expectations around responsibility and transparency. Rather than abandoning its history, racing appears to be learning from it and building forward.One of the most significant changes on the horizon is the move toward national consistency. Long defined by state-by-state fragmentation, the sport may soon operate under a clearer and more unified framework, with standardized medication rules, licensing, and enforcement. For bettors and fans, this consistency is not just a regulatory shift but a foundation for greater trust.Technology is also reshaping the equine athletic experience. Wearable biometrics, AI-driven injury prediction, and advanced imaging could become routine tools in training and veterinary care. These innovations point toward a world where careers are longer, catastrophic injuries decline, and training decisions are based on measurable data rather than guesswork.The fan experience is changing as well. By 2036, racing may blend sport and entertainment in new ways: augmented reality race views, helmet-camera livestreams, micro-betting options, and personalized data displays. Races will feel less like one-minute events and more like interactive broadcasts built for modern viewing habits.Breeding and aftercare are entering a new era of accountability. Regional incentive networks, data-driven stallion selection, and funding models tied to purses or wagering suggest a more sustainable pipeline one that prioritizes soundness on the front end and structured retirement pathways on the back end.Finally, transparency may become racing's most valuable currency. Public veterinary reporting, open stewards' rulings, and standardized safety communication can change both perception and reality. In 2036, trust will not be assumed it will be earned.If these trends continue, Thoroughbred racing in 2036 will not be defined by nostalgia or crisis management. Instead, it may be defined by clarity, progress, and a renewed commitment to horse and human welfare. The fundamentals of the sport remain unchanged: heart, speed, and competition. What evolves is everything surrounding it and that evolution may be what allows the sport to endure.–Tashua Antoinette, University of Arizona Racetrack Industry Program student Joe Carr, Equine Risk Management Group and Associates, Lexington, Ky.The crystal ball is boiling!Bring all the energy and opportunity ahead.In 2036, the horse racing landscape will be transformed into an experience-based industry.The ball says that our signature events will explode.Those events will be decided by the level of the customer experience.The sky is the limit.The middle class globally is expanding and focusing on this will make 2036 exciting.The post Racing in 2036: Tashua Antoinette and Joe Carr appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions.