Columbus, OH — With the fourth annual Next Generation events on Saturday (July 1), Eldorado Scioto Downs is bringing back the popular Pick-8 for the first time in 2023.

“Last year we tried the one-dollar Pick-8,” said Jason Roth, Scioto’s director of racing. “It was hit on opening night last year, but eventually grew and got a loyal following of bettors. We didn’t start the meet with it this year, but after hearing requests, we decided to start it back for our big Next Generation night.”

There will be a $25,000 guarantee on the wager, co-sponsored by Scioto Downs and the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association. The bet has a 14 percent takeout and will have a 50 percent consolation payout with a 50 percent carryover if no one picks all eight winners. The wager will begin with race five on Saturday and includes the Next Generation for 2-year-old trotting fillies.

The $150,000 Next Generation races are late closing events for 2-year-old Ohio-sired horses, starting in 2020 with just the pacing divisions and adding trotters in 2021. Nominators must purchase a slot for $10,000, but do not need to name a horse until they drop in the box.

Racing is held at Scioto Downs each Tuesday and Wednesday with a 3:15 p.m. first post and Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays with a 5:50 p.m. first post through Saturday, September 16. Follow @SciotoRacing on Twitter for all the details of the 2023 racing season at Eldorado Scioto Downs.

More information about the entire Scioto Downs racing season, including race schedule, wagering menu, VIP room reservations and more can be found at www.SciotoDowns.com.