Representatives from Western Regional Off-Track Betting reported Monday (May 6) that a record $2,039,088.30 was wagered on the Kentucky Derby through their outlets including BataviaBets.com, OTB Branches and EZ Bet Locations.
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Pompano closes on strong note
Buoyed by mandatory payouts on several events, Pompano Park closed out its 2018-2019 season with a strong Saturday (May 4) finale with wagering topping $1.3 million.
Commissions put on alert for animal cruelty resulting from furosemide ban
All racing regulatory commissions have been put on notice that the banning of voluntary race day furosemide administrations by some United States racetracks or lawmakers is expected to encourage a return to practices deemed cruel, inhumane, or potentially dangerous to the health and welfare of a horse.
Close race in Criterium des 4 Ans at Vincennes
The second favorite Falcao de Laurma, with Franck Nivard, just managed to hold off fast-finishing Frisbee d’Am in the prestigious Criterium des 4 Ans raced Sunday afternoon (May 5) at Vincennes.
Ocean Downs announces trio of series
Ocean Downs has announced a trio of series for the upcoming 2019 racing season.
Buter sweeps features on Sunday at Pocono
It was the Tyler Buter show on Sunday night (May 5) at The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono, as the driver who recently passed the 3,000 career win milestone hit a grand slam in winning the top four races, two on both gaits.
Kentucky Derby Day at Goshen Historic Track
The crowd grew to standing room only for Goshen Historic Track’s annual Kentucky Derby Day fundraiser on Saturday (May 4). More than 200 people were drawn to the scene emulating Churchill Downs, from the hat contest, to television sets tuned to the pre-race reporting and the Derby, the betting booth and the mint juleps. Guests feasted on a buffet catered by Delancey’s while listening to live music by Dave & Dusty’s Band.
Ohio Sires Stakes action sizzles at Miami Valley
Ohio Sires Stakes action sizzled on Sunday afternoon (May 5) at Miami Valley Gaming & Racing with five divisions of state-bred action for 3-year-old male trotters and pacers contested under sunny Buckeye skies.
Celebrating Somebeachsomewhere: film event raises funds for OVC
Eleven years ago today, Somebeachsomewhere qualified at Mohawk Racetrack to start his sophomore season. Saturday (May 4) a select group of his greatest admirers gathered to share an exclusive film fundraiser celebrating the late pacer’s life and career.
Dayson wins Open at Miami Valley
Dayson (Chris Page) captured the final Open Trot of the Miami Valley season on a sunny Sunday afternoon (May 5), scorching the lightning fast five-eighths-mile oval in 1:53.3.