Following is a statement from the U.S. Trotting Association CEO and Executive Vice President Mike Tanner on the fire at the Woodland Run Equine Veterinarian Facility in Grove City, OH on Friday (Feb. 6).
Europe’s elite gather for Prix de France
Thirteen of Europe’s best older trotters will meet on Sunday afternoon (Feb. 8) at Vincennes in the Prix de France, which is contested at Vincennes at 2100 meters – about 1-5/16 miles.
First Pocono qualifiers set for Feb. 9
The trotters and pacers return to Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania for the first time in 2026 on Monday (Feb. 9) at 11 a.m., as seven qualifying races will be held in preparation for the track’s initial betting card of the year at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14.
Pandy picks seven winners at The Meadowlands
USTA handicapper Bob Pandolfo continued his hot handicapping at the Meadowlands Friday (Feb. 6). Pandy had 14 of the 15 winners listed, and seven winners on top that paid $13, $12.60, $12.60, $7.80, $5.80, $5.60 and $5.60.
‘Landing’ gets clearance, takes Big M feature
Clear For Landing found just enough space along the rail nearing the wire and shot through that opening to take the Friday night (Feb. 6) feature at The Meadowlands, a $17,500 high-end conditioned trot.
Pick-5 carryover Saturday night at Northfield Park
When live racing resumes on Saturday night (Feb. 7), there will be a bonus awaiting the faithful fans of MGM Northfield Park.
USTA announces 2026 Roadster Off-Track Series schedule
With increased interest in the USTA Roadster Off-Track Series, the USTA is excited to announce the schedule of events for the third season.
Super dam Courtney Hall passes at 24
Courtney Hall, dam of winners over $3 million, passed on Jan. 29 after experiencing complications during foaling.
Meadowlands cancels live racing Saturday
The Meadowlands Racetrack has announced that live racing is canceled on Saturday, Feb. 7.
REMINDER: Feb. 15 Stakes payments due
The February 15 deadline is drawing near for many stakes payments. Below are a list of notices that have recently been submitted to the USTA Newsroom.