by Mark Ratzky, publicity, Cal Expo Harness

Sacramento, CA — Coming on the heels of a December purse increase, Watch and Wager LLC at Cal Expo and the California Harness Horsemen’s Association have announced another 10 percent across the board purse increase beginning with the Friday (March 25) program.

“Our stronger than expected per-race handle has our purse pool in a good position this season,” said CHHA President David Neumeister. “This, combined with our recent worker’s compensation regulatory decision, puts the industry in a good position going forward.”

This week will find Friday and Saturday night programs at Cal Expo, with no live racing on Easter Sunday. Racing will return to the regular Saturday/Sunday schedule next week and the meet continues through May 8.