The U.S. Harness Writers Association’s (USHWA) annual Dan Patch Awards banquet, presented by Caesars Entertainment, is set for Sunday night, Feb. 22, at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Fla. The deadline to make room reservations is Friday, Jan. 30.
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Illinois Racing Board suspends license for Hawthorne harness racing
The Illinois Racing board on Monday (Jan. 26) suspended the racing license for Hawthorne Race Course.
Pinehurst Driving Club Roster of Standardbred Horses in Training
With a horse population of over 200 horses this year, we are proud to present this year’s training roster. The annual matinee will be held Saturday April 11 of which nearly 4,000 people attended last year. Qualifiers will also be held on Tuesday April 7. A huge welcome to our new stables this year.
USTA District 4B meeting recap
On Saturday, Jan. 24, Chairperson Gabe Wand and Director Cathy Dessert hosted the annual USTA District 4B meeting in Madison, Wisc., in conjunction with the Wisconsin Harness Horse Association Awards Banquet.
Woodbine releases details for 2026 Mohawk Million
Woodbine Entertainment is now accepting entries to purchase a slot in the 2026 Mohawk Million (G1) at Woodbine Mohawk Park.
Big crowds at Vincennes, but betting slides
Prix d’Amerique Day at Vincennes delivered the festive atmosphere organizers had hoped for, but the ongoing decline in France’s horse‑racing betting market overshadowed the celebration.
Hokkaido Jiel posts huge Prix d’Amérique upset
In a race marked by constant lead changes, outsider Hokkaido Jiel and driver Franck Nivard appeared in the final stages and captured the victory in Sunday’s (Jan. 25) Prix d’Amérique, worth €450,000.
Mamba proves deadly at Big M
A “mamba” is a group of snakes known for their speed and potent venom. The horse that bears the same name struck in lethal fashion nearing the wire Saturday night (Jan. 24) at The Meadowlands to record an upset victory in the featured $40,000-$60,000 claiming handicap pace, which went for a purse of $19,000.
Prix d’Amérique Sale disappoints
French harness racing is under heavy pressure from declining betting turnover, and this year’s Prix d’Amérique sales reflected the trend. PMU reports an 8% drop in the first weeks of the year, and on Friday (Jan. 23), Le Trot president Jean‑Pierre Barjon warned breeders about the serious consequences.
Pandy picks eight winners at Big M
USTA handicapper Bob Pandolfo had eight winners on top and 13 winners listed on Friday (Jan. 23) at the Meadowlands.