Benefiting from a perfect drive by Hall of Famer Yannick Gingras, Chapercraz scored in the Friday night (May 2) feature at The Meadowlands, taking down Outside The Fire, who was seeking a third straight score, in the $25,000 winners-over trot.
Month: May 2025
Merrow wins feature at Vernon
Merrow (Leon Bailey) won the featured $5,500 pace on Friday (May 2) at Vernon Downs.
Corey Callahan reaches 8,000 in career victories
“Captain” Corey Callahan drove the 8,000th winner of his illustrious career on Friday (May 2) afternoon at Harrah’s Philadelphia, guiding I See A Star to a 1:56.1 victory in a $13,500 trotting contest for developing horses.
Francesco Zet tested his form for the Elitlopp
Daniel Redén-trained Francesco Zet is the favorite for the Elitloppet at Solvalla later this month.
Dealin With Dewey Is Stout In Buffalo Victory
The field in Buffalo Raceway’s $14,500 Open Trot on Friday afternoon (May 2) found out they couldn’t ‘deal’ with Dealin With Dewey as he used a stout performance to hold back Big Baller Beane in 1:57.2 over the fast track.
Oak Grove reminder about May 11 entry date
Just a reminder Oak Grove will be racing on Mother’s Day (May 11). The entry box will close at 9:00 a.m. Central Time on Tuesday (May 6).
Eddie Zitone, 89, dies
Edward “Eddie” Zitone, passed away surrounded by his loving daughters on April 29, 2025. He was 89 years old.
Yearling Nomination Book mailed
All pre-orders of the Yearling Nomination Book were mailed out on Monday (April 28) and should be in purchasers’ hands.
Scioto qualifiers on RTN
Eldorado Scioto Downs will once again have qualifiers available on RTN for the 2025 racing season, starting with the Friday (May 2) qualifying card.
Northfield announces Buckeye Stallion Series date correction
MGM Northfield Park management is informing horsemen that the opening leg of the Buckeye Stallion Series for 3-year-old filly trotters will be contested on Tuesday night (May 20).