The Last Martini served Cowgirl Hanover her first career loss by going gate-to-wire in the $102,500 New York Sire Stakes for 2-year-old pacing fillies on Wednesday (Aug. 14) evening at Batavia Downs.
Month: August 2024
Prix d’Été attracts top 4-year-olds
A full field of eight 4-year-old pacers will compete Sunday (Aug. 18) at Hippodrome 3R in the return of the Prix d’Été Grand Circuit race, which carries a purse of C$200,000.
SOA of New York issues statement regarding Resorts World
The following is a statement issued Wednesday (Aug. 14) by the Standardbred Owners Association of New York, which represents horsepeople competing at MGM Yonkers Raceway, with respect to Resorts World Hudson Valley, located in Newburgh, N.Y.
Eliminations set for Wellwood and Peaceful Way
Grand Circuit season at Woodbine Mohawk Park launches this Saturday night (Aug. 17) with the eliminations for the William Wellwood Memorial and Peaceful Way.
Unbeaten rivals meet in NYSS at Vernon
Vernon Downs plays host to a $110,100 leg of the New York Sire Stakes for 2-year-old pacing colts and gelding on Saturday (Aug. 17).
2024 SBOANJ and BCAP scholarships awarded
The 2024 SBOANJ and BCAP scholarships were awarded based on academic excellence, community service, financial need, and affiliation with the New Jersey Standardbred industry.
Vivid Wise As pulls out of MGM Yonkers International Trot; Capital Mail takes his place
Vivid Wise As, the 2023 MGM Yonkers International Trot winner and first horse to receive an invitation to the exclusive $1 million event at Yonkers Raceway, will not be able to defend his title and will be replaced by fellow Italian representative Capital Mail.
Andy Harrington stays hot at Skowhegan State Fair
Andy Harrington has carried over the momentum gained from his recent driving championship earned at last week’s Topsham Fair to remain one of the most relevant drivers competing at the latest stop along Maine’s fairground circuit, the Skowhegan State Fair.
Pocono paddock to open at 7 a.m. Saturday
On Saturday (Aug. 17), the Pocono Downs paddock will open at 7 a.m.
Bar Hopping colt tops Solvalla Yearling Sale
At the annual Solvalla Yearling Sale held at the racetrack Tuesday evening (Aug. 13) a colt sired by the deceased Bar Hopping, Talisman Zon, fetched the top price at 2.5 million SEK or US$237,500.