Category: Track News

Oak Grove, KY – If you are bringing horses onto the property, it is required by the state of Kentucky that they have a current EIA (Coggins) test dated within the last 12 months and a health paper for each animal entering.

Starting with the first qualifiers on Thursday (May 4), all qualifying sessions at Eldorado Scioto Downs will once again be available on RTN through streaming services, such as Roku, Amazon FireStick and online at www.rtn.tv.

The low 14 percent takeout early and late Pick-4 pools have become a staple at MGM Northfield Park. On Wednesday (May 3), regular players of the Northeast Ohio facility will have an opportunity at some significant value, as the early Pick-4 beginning in race two will feature a carryover of $22,535.

Harness racing returns to Maine’s northern circuit when Bangor Raceway swings back into action on Wednesday afternoon (May 3). Post time is slated for 3:15 p.m. (EDT) at Bangor’s historic Bass Park, which has continuously hosted harness racing since 1893.

As an added convenience for the wagering public, the Meadowlands Racetrack will offer a walk-up teller window on both Friday (May 5) and Saturday (May 6) for the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby.

Eldorado Scioto Downs is seeking a track veterinarian for the upcoming 2023 race meet.

In conjunction with the USTA Strategic Wagering Program, Harrah’s Philadelphia will feature a $15,000 guaranteed pool in the Pick-5 coming up on Thursday (May 4).

On Saturday (May 6), join Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment for an exciting day and night of simulcast and live racing action, including the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby from Churchill Downs.

Lebanon, OH – The $100,000 “Pace Baby Pace” Invitational, honoring the memory of Pacey “The Wizard” Mindlin, is shaping up to be a race to remember, according to Miami Valley Race Secretary Gregg Keidel. “We’ve got a nice mix of Free For All pacers from the East Coast and the Midwest lined up to chase the most lucrative non-stakes race in the industry so far this season. There is no doubt this race will threaten our track record, given decent weather, and will be a fitting tribute to Pacey.”

Woodstock, VA – The biggest horse racing event of the year is this coming Saturday (May 6) and for the first time ever, Shenandoah Downs will hold a Kentucky Derby party in conjunction with its harness race card and offer betting on the big race.