For the second week in a row, there is a new No. 1 in the Hambletonian Society/Breeders Crown poll.
Thomas Clive Johnson, 81, dies
Thomas Clive Johnson, born 3/2/1944 in Orlando, FL to the late Mr. and Mrs. Fay V. Johnson and Helen Vancleve Johnson, passed away on 1/2/2026 in Las Vegas, NV.
Historic Track receives $7,500 from Monti-Goshen USHWA
On Saturday’s (July 4) card of Goshen Historic Track’s Grand Circuit meet the Monticello-Goshen Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association (USHWA) made their annual donation to the world renowned harness racing track.
Look for spiced up betting menu on Big M Pace night
In an effort to titillate player’s palates, The Meadowlands will increase the minimum bet on two existing wagers as well as adding a new one altogether to what is already one of the most interesting and popular betting menus in the harness game.
Saratoga Casino Hotel and Saratoga Harness HHA to host barn fire victims’ fundraiser
Saratoga Casino Hotel, in partnership with the Saratoga Harness Horseperson’s Association, will host a special fundraising event on Saturday,(July 11) to benefit those impacted by the recent barn fire.
Slipped Onmybeans, Captain Ricky and Big Keliane all shine in Aces freshman action
The Tuesday night (July 7) harness racing program at Running Aces shined the spotlight onto the Minnesota-sired rookie trotters and pacers, with $76,000 in purses across five divisions of freshman events.
Jilliby Dynamite A wins in USHDA race for Christian County Cattlemen
Jilliby Dynamite A, superbly handled by Peter Kleinhans, took top honors as the United States Harness Driving Club (USHDC) honored the Christian County 4-H Club at Oak Grove Racing and Gaming on Monday (July 6).
Retired Standardbreds showcase versatility at BreyerFest’s Mid-Summer Fair
When visitors attend BreyerFest at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky., July 10-12, they’ll experience much more than a colorful celebration of Scandinavia. Thanks to Ohio Standardbreds & Friends, they’ll also witness firsthand the remarkable versatility of the Standardbred.
July Hoof Beats: Class of 2026
The July issue of Hoof Beats shares the stories of this year’s Harness Racing Hall of Fame inductees, who received the sport’s highest honor on July 5, in Campbell Hall, N.Y.
Hoof Beats: Helping Our Horses
ver the last several years, conversations surrounding equine welfare and racing safety have increasingly moved from a general discussion to actual measurable expectations. Regulators, industry organizations, racetracks, horsepeople, veterinarians and the public are all asking similar questions: What information is being collected? What trends are being identified? And how is the racing industry using that information to improve the safety and long-term welfare of our horses?