Fans of Brett Beckwith have missed watching – and betting – on the 23-year-old pilot for the last month or so, but they will be able to see another side of the 2024 Dan Patch Rising Star Award winner when he joins The Big M’s TV team on Friday night (May 22).
Author: from Meadowlands Racetrack Media Relations
Shenandoah Downs hosts ‘Day of Champions’ for 3-year-olds Saturday
After two weeks of elimination races, fields for the Virginia Breeders Fund 3-year-old championships are set and will take place this Saturday (May 23) at Shenandoah Downs.
Thursday features double carryover Hi-Five for Scioto Downs
Scioto Downs is building serious momentum with its Super High-5 wagering, as bettors are eyeing a lucrative opportunity following a rare double carryover.
Qualifiers at Illinois State Fairgrounds on Friday
Weather permitting, qualifiers will be held at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Ill., on Friday (May 22).
Meadowlands draw schedule change
Beginning next week (Monday, May 25), the Meadowlands will be going back to a double draw for Friday and Saturday. Box closes at 9 a.m. on Monday.
Philly sophomores continue to prep for 2026
Pretty soon the new crop of 2-year-olds will become the focus of the preparatory session throughout North America, but Tuesday morning’s (May 19) qualifiers at Harrah’s Philadelphia showcased returning horses getting ready to make their mark in 2026.
Banker Volo, Burning Blaze series events coming up at Running Aces
A total of 30 horses have been nominated to the early season series events at Running Aces, with 13 for the 2026 edition of the Banker Volo for trotters, and 17 for the Burning Blaze series for pacers.
Iam the Captain A, Gates score in USHDC feature at Oak Grove
Iam The Captain A was given a picture-perfect drive by Adarryl Gates Jr. to take top honors in the United States Harness Driving Club (USHDC) $11,000 feature at Oak Grove Racing & Gaming on Monday (May 18).
Steven’s Saloon repeats in Harrington feature
Richard Ashley and Michael Cain’s Steven’s Saloon ($5.20, Jason Thompson) was a 1:51.3 winner from the outside post in the featured $20,000 Delaware Special at Harrington Raceway on Monday (May 18).