Now the countdown to the Prix d’Amerique begins.
Author: by Karsten Bønsdorf, USTA Senior Newsroom Correspondent
Blackjack for On To Norway at Harrah’s Hoosier Park
On To Norway proved unstoppable once again as the Ron Burke trainee cruised in the $50,000 Star Destroyer for sophomore trotting colts on Friday (Nov. 14) at Harrah’s Hoosier Park, notching his 22nd consecutive victory and becoming the winningest horse in North America on the year in the process.
Long gets slam including feature at Vernon
Driver Chris Long had a grand slam including a win with Quarrel in the $7,500 featured fillies & mares’ pace at Vernon Downs on Friday (Nov. 14).
‘Lindy’ hops, ‘Gem’ shines in Big M’s NJSDF
Lindy Living and R Gem emerged victorious in the two $10,000 leg two splits of the New Jersey Standardbred Development Fund for 2-year-olds at The Meadowlands Friday night (Nov. 14).
The $70,000 (est.) finals are scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 22.
Monticello horsemen donate to Federation of the Homeless
On Wednesday (Nov. 12) after the third race at Monticello Raceway, which was a North American Amateur Driving Association contest, the MHHA made their annual donation of $2,500 to the Sullivan County Federation of the Homeless Food Pantry.
Last call to consign for Dec. 19 Mt. Hope sale
The North American Standardbred Mixed Sale is making its final call for consignments ahead of this year’s highly anticipated event, taking place Dec. 19 in Mt. Hope, OH.
Pandy’s Meadowlands selections for Nov. 13
Handicapper Bob Pandolfo offers his selections for the full card at the Meadowlands on Thursday (Nov. 13).
Abuckabett Hanover to retire after FanDuel Championship
Harness racing’s biggest stars will battle on the track this Saturday (Nov. 15), in the 2025 FanDuel Championships & Fall Final Four Finals at the Meadowlands Racetrack. Seven-year-old Abuckabett Hanover will be honored in the Meadowlands winner’s circle following his final start in the seventh race on Saturday.
Robert David “Bob” Duncan, 70, obituary
Robert David “Bob” Duncan, 70, of Fowlerville, Michigan, passed away October 30, 2025. A devoted father and loyal friend, Bob will be remembered for his independence, steady kindness, tireless work ethic, and the warmth and laughter he shared with everyone who knew him.
Dining options for FanDuel Championships/Fall Final Four Night on Nov. 15
he Meadowlands Racetrack’s final stakes night of the season is this Saturday (Nov. 15). This incredible night of racing features over $2.6 million in stakes for the FanDuel Championships and the Fall Final Four.