Last time Harness Racing Update checked in with Dan Daley, Democratic Representative for District 97, it was a little too soon to disclose much about future House Bill 1269, “a bill to be entitled ‘An act relating to pari-mutuel wagering. The harness world was recently shocked to hear of a training accident involving long-time Woodbine Mohawk Park announcer Ken Middleton, Jr. The 2023 Harrisburg Sale concluded with a total gross of $70,050,000 over five days, narrowly missing the all-time record set in 2007. Targeted digital advertising is without question the most effective way to reach your ideal customers. I asked that question of Amy Hollar who has been a track representative for the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association for the last 32 years. Lucas Wallin. HRU Contributors. For as long as she can remember, Nancy Takter was always involved with horses. Every 2-year-old champion (Gaines Hanover, Sylvia Hanover, Special Way, and Ammo) overtook leaders in the 1,095-foot-long stretch. Doug McNair told us after the ninth race, the Roses Are Red final this past Saturday (June 17) at Woodbine Mohawk Park, that he went from lying on the track in the eighth race with Wheels On Fire that did not finish to just 20 minutes later talking about the fastest female mile in Canadian history, 1:47. ”. Tonight (Oct. Not a single horse before or since has won both the Triple Crown and Breeders Crown. “Place needs an overhaul,” Bahouth said, “but like me, it ain’t getting one. harness racing tracks and fairs, as well as track statistics, economic indicators and race programs. With a background in professional sports (hockey and. Our goal is to be the standardbred industry’s. Servis was one of 31 defendants in the case, which garnered national headlines when prosecutors announced indictments nearly three years ago and cast a black eye on the racing industry. Soon, he became a fixture driving in the pony racing circuit in the northern part of his home state. 11,965 likes · 227 talking about this. 1-Feb. Already a member of the Hall of. 2; the co-fastest time of the night. by Thomas Hedlund. “He said, ‘Don’t worry. Chris remains with her daughter Lindsey. 19) to five years and two months in prison for his involvement in what the Justice Department says is the biggest horse-doping investigation in its history. 27), Woodbine Mohawk Park revealed the names of the seven slot buyers for the 2023 Mohawk Million. Tall Dark Stranger—Great Memories—Apaches Fame. 3 mark that year by. Five years on, Sam McKee’s death seems like yesterday. Brandywine played host to the second-annual Lady Drivers Championship, circa 1972, with five ladies from year one and three newcomers. 4 with Grace Hill. Meadowlands’ TV talent Dave Brower and Dave Little read comments from Insideharness. Norman Dauplaise. 15. On Nov. This past month has seen the return to the track of two stallions, both prominent former racehorses. HRU Replays All replays are provided by Racetrack Television Network. S. Rebuff, a Lucas Wallin trainee, won the $430,000 130th Kentucky Futurity in a one-length victory over Temporal Hanover and Cool Papa Bell. 3f; $1,512,122). Advantages at both ends of the spectrum. So, if someone took a 20 cent all-all-all-all superfecta in a. That card was ultimately cancelled due to the. 16 hours ago · With a handful of stars taking on the older set in the year end FanDuel Championships (formerly known as the TVG), let’s take a look at some of the history of younger horses taking on their elders. Her answers are below: HISA does not specifically mention harness racing. ”. I’d suggest the four amateur races a week should be raced in races 1 through 4 on. It is known for bringing the “Twin B” prefix to the North American harness racing industry and is now operated by Rob and Tammy McNiven’s daughter Jenna McNiven. by Melissa Keith. Look for them on our YouTube channel. 5 per cent increase over last year’s gross of $42,465,500 from 777 yearlings sold in the three days. In the first three starts of his sophomore campaign, Ponda Jet has shown himself to be a much different trotter than the freshman that lined up behind the gate in 2022. I just always kind of wanted to represent the country, so I’m proud of that. • His record going into. To get a better idea of the situation, Harness Racing Update reached out to HISA CEO Lisa Lazarus with a list of questions regarding HISA’s relationship with the harness racing. The New Zealand Trotting Cup brings Christchurch to a standstill. This year’s Prix d’Amerique winner, Hooker Berry, who basically already has his spot. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. RACE 10, $1,000,000 MOHAWK MILLION. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. Harness trainer Rene Allard, among the more than two dozen individuals indicted in March, 2020 as part of a conspiracy to dope race horses, changed his plea to guilty on one felony count of drug adulteration and misbranding on Thursday. With no starts this year, the 7-year-old stallion will make his seasonal debut in the $530,000 Maple Leaf Trot final on Saturday night (Sept. “I’ve been involved in riding horses for a while, and I worked with a girl who was involved in harness racing,” Holt said. Kleinhans got hooked on horse racing as a youngster when. Sold for $50,000. Djuse was the answer to the question regarding what horse would get the pink ticket to the Elitloppet that went with. On Monday (Feb. Minus multiple outs, a group of 77 babies passed through the ring, grossing $538,300 and averaging $6,991. On April 30, 2003, Brian Sears — a winner of $19. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. George Sholty. “My family are my biggest fans,” said the Delaware-based horseman. 20 November 2023. 60 Minutes is doing a story this Sunday (Nov. Kleinhans got hooked on horse racing as a youngster when. 2953. Cross began his career in. Now in its 20th year, the award is named for Terry Holton, a 2005 inductee into the Ohio Harness Racing Hall of Fame. Friday, Jan. by Murray Brown. He overcame several life-changing obstacles, including overcoming pancreatic cancer. On Friday (Nov. While there will be many well-backed. HRU is dedicated to following. Editor’s note: Harness Racing Update has joined the leading horse racing industry publications that are covering the Dr. Although many racehorses compete at age 2, our horses make most of their earnings during their 3-year-old season. ”. Twos in Training: Shawn Steacy video debuting today. by Brett Sturman. Forty harness racing stallion breedings, including Confederate, Captaintreacherous, Tactical Landing, Tall Dark Stranger, Gimpanzee, Bettor's Wish, Crazy Wow and. Howard has over 40 trainers taking care of his horses. He was certainly known, but not. Friday, Jan. Cognitively, to play our game of racing horses, where losing is commonplace, individuals need to be able to explain their losses to themselves. Brad Conrad photo – Emma Wahlberg in action. by Steve Wolf. This after we lost Sam on March 8, 2017. “Having them on my side gives me inspiration every day. by Steve Wolf. Our replays expire 60 days from publication date. Our goal is to be the standardbred. Currently, it is the 11th highest earnings season by a driver. Of all the things that harness racing is to Archie Buford, “a blessing” is no doubt atop his list. Having drawn post 9 while rivals Bythemissal and Tattoo Artist have drawn posts 3 and 4 respectively, it truly has put. However, the vast majority of the USTA board, which is the sole voice for more than 19,000 participants in harness racing, opposes HISA and sees it for what it is — an existential threat to. The 2022 disparity between out-of-state simulcast handle flowing into Illinois thoroughbred and harness pools ($122,014,892) versus Illinois betting on out-of-state races ($495,442,324) produced a negative trade balance of $373,427,522, the worst bottom line since full-card simulcasting was introduced in Illinois in 1995. 1. S. 21. Russell Rash. So, he filled me in on O’Brien arriving at Del Mar — Del Mar harness, wow — in ‘47 and driving for Castleton Farms’ Pacific outpost he wins the $50,000 Golden West Pace with Indian Land. “You know what, I don’t remember that,” Breen said. The legendary race caller — and so much more — would have turned 60 this month. Online Entry: With the USTA’s new, online entry program, harness racing becomes the first of the racing breeds in North America to have the capability to enter horses. “That was awesome to reconnect and get more involved,” Dobrowolski said. “I have cared for many, many horses,” she said. Former standardbred trainer Richard Banca was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to one count of drug adulteration and misbranding. Search by track, horse, driver or trainer, and view speed and class ratings, claims and trainer changes, and race replay links. Rollins, a bachelor, had recently passed away in the hinterlands of West Virginia. But McDuffee isn’t putting the proverbial cart before the horse. Rodney was bred by Hanover Shoe Farms. The racing year will begin with harness racing from Jan. See how Harness Racing Update’s media bias impacts the breaking news. “I grew up here as a kid in Elmira, ON, which is about 15 minutes from Grand River’s racetrack,” Rozema said. In Today’s HRU (2023-04-28) Little: General Prewitt returns to The Big M’s Fox Sports lineup. Few seem enthused about upsetting the harness-racing applecart. In the above three instances we are seeing something new; something innovative. A. “Basically, she hasn’t really been herself coming back this year,” Norman said. Trotting Association is a not-for-profit association of Standardbred owners, breeders, drivers, trainers, and officials, organized to provide administrative, rulemaking, licensing and breed registry services to its members. ENTRIES AND RESULTS. He dove into the sport in just about every avenue of it. ” Horsemen did indeed support the series — composed of three $20,000 legs and a $40,000 final — for green 3-year-olds of each gait and sex. “That was hands on a little bit with Jeff Cullipher. She pulled off the 2-year-old trotting filly stakes sweep at The Meadowlands in 2019 with Senorita Rita and 2020 with Anoka Hanover. The mixed session saw 605 horses and stallion shares sold for $27,972,000, averaging $46,235. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. P L Robert G ($5. by James Platz. Unless in the hands of a conservative trainer/owner. The 2019 gambling expansion bill also allowed for a new harness track/casino to be constructed in one of seven south suburban Chicago. “That was a lot of fun,” Miller said. Of course, with super 2-year-old filly Righteous Resolve not entered in this race despite a smashing record score last out in the Champlain, this race looks open. In Today’s HRU (2023-11-17) • Keith: Full-card live streaming from Woodbine Mohawk Park launches on YouTube. by Melissa Keith. Pollack’s present roster of horses in training numbers 118. “Gino said they would be taking some racehorses and a few babies — emphasis on a few — but now we’re here with 30 head,”. • Little: Should there be separate records for geldings? • Platz: Walkin On Sunshine ‘quite a ride’ for her connections. Last year, while racing exclusively in Illinois between. 50. HRU’s Broadcast Division is proud to announce its 2023 Twos in Training video series continues with Heather Vitale interviewing trainer Noel Daley at Magical Acres in New Jersey. Even that planning can go awry as mares can easily carry 3 to 4 weeks over due date. 6, 2022, HB 1269 is a bill to protect harness racing. To continue from last week, Coaching, often referred to as Four in Hand, was a sport where enthusiasts drove stagecoaches along historic roads with specific destinations approximately 15 miles apart. The sport was, too. “I thought she might be able to work her way through it, but on x-ray she’s got a lot of wear and tear on her knees. by Brett Sturman. The occasion was the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) President’s Reception, which managing director Linda. 12) on our industry, along with the thoroughbred industry. Club now boast facilities more than comparable to any other provincial club and enjoys above state average performance in terms of racing entries and patron attendance. Horses are continuing to prepare for the main event in Illinois harness racing, Hawthorne’s Night of Champions for Illinois-breds on Oct. Walner Payton was an overlay in her Oaks elimination win last week and would be justified in taking further support now. A Look at some pivotal/noteworthy moments in harness racing history: Commander Crowe winning the 2014 Breeders Crown at age 11 at the Meadowlands. Pick-4 analysis for today’s ‘Super Sunday’ card at Harrah’s Philadelphia. He was represented by 43 starters in the Indiana Sires Stakes program, with offspring earning nearly $1. Find the latest entries and results for U. Read about the Breeders Crown,. 20). ”. “There was Chip Chip Hooray, Day For Night, Valentina Blu, Heart On Fire, Ari Ferrari J, Piper Hanover, and Pilot Discretion. To follow the trial from the beginning, here are all of the stories published to date in chronological order. This 40th edition of the North America Cup is perhaps one of the widest open races this stake has ever seen where a plausible case could be made for every horse in here. It’s all part of trying to maximize his own investment. TheStable. He last drove in 2017 and it appears that around that time he accepted a job as an assistant to Allard. In fact, over the last 15 years (not including the COVID-19 year of 2020), other than when they hosted the Breeders Crown in 2016 and 2021. However, there is an opt-in provision whereby state racing commissions can. For sure it suddenly was a little dusty as the clock slipped past 10 p. People will tell you takeout doesn’t matter in lotteries, because some survey somewhere asked players if it did and they said it didn’t matter. His rookie season, in 2022, was an undeniable success. Data source: United Tote. The Cheltenham National. Blanchard grew up on Prince. She took a trotting record of 1:56. He owned horses, he bred them, he bought them, he sold them. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. Harrah’s Philadelphia hosted a pair of $12,000 co-feature harness racing paces Sunday (Nov. The 2022 gross also represented a 4. by Murray Brown. However, when I hear his name, the first things that usually come to mind are two areas. 31, Tetrick notched career win 13,000 at Harrah’s Philadelphia. Racing out of the turn, it appeared the two had a clear path to the wire. Kevin Castel, with Grasso receiving a 50-month prison sentence and Allard getting a 27-month sentence. It’s the track with the best drivers, the best horses and the best handle. “But I would say… that’s everybody’s attitude in our business; The show must go on, and we’re not going to sit around here. 10), Heather Vitale covered the final session of the Standardbred Horse Sales Company’s (SHSC) five-day auction in Harrisburg, PA. With a 14-hour time difference and nearly 10,000 miles between the states of New Jersey and New South Wales, the TAB Eureka. In February of 2020, Adam Bowden, the owner of Diamond Creek Racing, hired a racing manager to, among many other important things, communicate. Minus multiple outs, a group of 77 babies passed through the ring, grossing $538,300 and averaging $6,991. Hawthorne Race Course opened on May 20, 1891, making it the fifth oldest thoroughbred track in North America, but it wasn’t until April 14, 1970 that the sulkies made their first appearance, making it the sixth harness track operating in the Chicago metropolitan area. At Keeneland, the well regarded 2-year-old Fauci, owned by Lindy Farm and David Reid and trained by Wesley Ward, romped in a maiden race on. Advantages at both ends of the spectrum. Race one, the first GSY race, saw $339,460 pushed through the windows, while GSY’s second dash (race five) brought in $299,860. That was abundantly clear recently when Alford, who turns 55 next month, confirmed he would cross the ditch to drive in New Zealand’s richest race, the $1-million Race by Grins. The $110,000 Jämtlands Stora Pris is first on Saturday (June 10) and it’s a strong 10-horse field that will meet in Östersund. Fashion Schooner paid the same 6-1 her dam Broadway Schooner did winning this race in 2009 ($14. 17) eight $400,000 Kentucky Sire Stake Championship Series finals, perhaps the question that should be asked isn’t how many of those races will be won by favorites but will favorites sweep every race?Harness Racing UpdateOn the possible closure of Vernon Downs — and it is still not a definite – Gural said he is simply trying to make the operation financially viable. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. When most anybody involved in harness racing thinks of Ronnie Pierce, one would naturally think of one of the greatest drivers to ever sit behind a horse. Through horses like Betterzippit and now Swayzee, Boots has become a key part of the growing Grimson success story. Salive was inducted into the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame in 2022 for his work calling races at Ontario Jockey Club/Woodbine Entertainment Group harness tracks for 14 years, as well as at Pompano Park, Western Fair Raceway, Clinton Raceway, and Fort Erie Racetrack. Ryder not surprised by Gem Quality’s 23-1 2yocp Crown upset, or the 1:50 track record. Sold for $25,000 to Nancy Takter. S. They have established a broodmare band that, on a mare by mare basis, ranks up to the very best in our industry and far exceeds most. Ghislain Paquet gave out nine straight winners on a 10-race card, at a track where favorites are currently winning at a 45 per cent rate for the meet (as of July 5), and have missed the board entirely in 25 per cent of races. Owned by Kyle Larner of Michigan and Brian Hochman of Illinois, the gelded son of Revenge Shark out of Give Up The Ghost is managed while out East by conditioner Rob Harmon. by Melissa Keith. Over the course of a week, Tim Tetrick surpassed two major driving milestones. Although Dark Moves was the 6-1 fifth choice on the. Dave Landry Atlanta will retire from racing after racing in the TVG Mare Trot on Saturday at The Meadowlands. It was about 15 years ago when one of Holt’s friends came to her with an offer, a short-term job opportunity to help with groom duties at a standardbred barn. Cup Spring Book: #8. in the Amateur World Cup. “Sold for $68,000. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. No Control sold for just $9,000 as a yearling at the 2021 Harrisburg sale and has made just five lifetime starts, all at Mohawk for Jones and Micallef. On Nov. Benoit Robin’s Hussard du Landret (Bird Parker) qualified for the 2023 Prix d’Amérique (PdA) when he was second to Hooker Berry in last year’s Prix du Bourbonnais in December. For those who are socially awkward, a hobby or a sport like ours is a great way to meet people. When the dust settled, driver Kyle Wilfong and the 4-year-old had earned the. USTA, Member Services, Racing, News and Horsemen. Cannibal, trained by Nancy Takter, will look to end his career on a winning note when he meets seven rivals in Wednesday’s (Nov. Servis, 65, faces four years in prison when he is sentenced May 18, 2023, in U. Doug McNair is currently second in the Woodbine Mohawk Park drivers’ standings, with 258 victories in 1,419 starts this year. Going into the second of four $50,000 Pepsi North America Cup eliminations Saturday night (June 10) at Woodbine Mohawk Park, Redwood Hanover drew outside (post 9), but remained a familiar 4-1 third choice in the morning line. Banca was among the more than two dozen individuals nabbed in a widespread investigation into doping in thoroughbred and standardbred racing. 20 November 2023. A topic he speaks passionately about, Dan said, “If you’re asking for my opinion, more attention should be given to the track condition in December, in March, in August and in November. Browse through every past edition of Harness Racing Update for free. April 11, 2021. It’s all part of trying to maximize his own investment. Darling has the statistics on his side. Make no mistake about it, Christina Takter is an integral component of her husband’s success, one might even say his domination in world-wide. Jeff Cullipher trained for the First Turn Stable, sending four different horses to the winner’s circle for a total of five wins that season. Don had to be at Latonia Raceway to call the races and he asked me to sub for him at the Fair held in Wilmington, Ohio. Carmine Abbatiello. Please note: Includes U. Joviality (Chapter Seven) continues to impress on Swedish soil and she proved. Editor’s note: Harness Racing Update has joined the leading horse racing industry publications that are covering the Dr. Anthony MacDonald and his wife Amy now find themselves the stewards of a stable of 126 head. Full details about HRU Twos in Training broadcasts for the 2023 season. Harness Racing Update, Millwood, New York. 8 million, down 9 per cent from 2022 ($70,050,000) and down 8 per cent from 2021 ($69,447,500). by Debbie Little. The government’s investigation into the illegal use of PEDs led to charges against 31 individuals. Several champion horses were trained and driven by Amy’s maternal grandfather, Dick Farrington. They had been charged with doping. They’re like little standardbreds. $310,000 Dan Patch Stakes at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino, trainer Jay Hochstetler hoped that his charge Ponda Warrior could just get a piece of the six-figure purse. The participants: Jacqueline Coard (later Ingrassia), Judy Emerson, Farber, Sandra Fischer, Brandywine’s own Eileen Lock, defending champion June Weller, her mother Jayne Weller and Mildred Williams. 15 deadline. “It happened with the quietest horse in my stable, the horse you. by Adam Hamilton. “It does. Gural explains what we can expect from his appearance on 60 Minutes. Oh, and the price of gas in Lexington is around $3. The $1 million (all money in CDN $) Grand Circuit event for 2-year-old trotters features a unique format where owners, trainers, and breeders can purchase $100,000 slots for unspecified horses by a Feb. 27), Woodbine Mohawk Park revealed the names of the seven slot buyers for the 2023 Mohawk Million. “But then I went down to $5 and I was doing okay. Australia’s Cam Hart, 24, is driving beyond his years. Data source: United Tote. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. Family and friends gathered in the clubhouse at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino for the ceremonies. The next week — the same week Rene was arrested — Blaise MM Hanover was entered to race on March 14 at Yonkers with Rene listed as trainer. While every effort has been made to provide accurate information, the USTA is not responsible for errors or omissions. Online Entry: With the USTA’s new, online entry program, harness racing becomes the first of the racing breeds in North America to have the capability to enter horses electronically. The accident and its after effects are quite serious. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. 1a. To get a better idea of the situation, Harness Racing Update reached out to HISA CEO Lisa Lazarus with a list of questions regarding HISA’s relationship with the harness racing. But, for context, it was the fourth highest total gross in the. Harrah’s Philly hosts co-feature paces. Full day of testimony in Fishman trial Dani Hill is Down Under harness racing’s bionic woman. There was never any doubt that Lucas Wallin’s was destined to become a horseman. Saturday night and Bulldog Hanover (Dexter Dunn) rumbled away from the field to post a 1:47. At the kitchen table of our modest bungalow, the lawyer informed me that my uncle, Floyd L. 1947 (the inaugural year of the HOY award) — Rodney was second to Victory Song in a close 166-161 vote, but would win it in 1948. That includes harness racing. The record for any is 25 — 1959-1983 in the Hambletonian. The distance between Springfield and DuQuoin is 124 miles. At these sessions and from his perch in California, David Siegel has long been vocal in his criticism of the USTA’s opposition to this legislation. “They’re between 50 and 54 inches tall and they go half a mile. When Woodbine Entertainment announced plans to end HPItv in 2017, customers spoke out, leading the company to keep it as a viewing option. Harrah’s Philly hosts co-feature paces. It is made up of 57 trotters and 43 pacers. “It was an aged pacing class,” she said. May 14, 1979: The world welcomes a son of Most Happy Fella to the world. Australian Elitloppet contender Just Believe (who made a break in a tight situation in his elimination at Solvalla) is still in Sweden and will make the journey north Saturday for the prestigious race. He was 14 when he made his first trip to the. Ted Wing. The Steacy interview. Last summer, Jones spent a few weeks in New Jersey with young horses and raced at The Meadowlands. Seth Fishman- Lisa Giannelli trial via pool reporting. • Pennsylvania man charged with arson in Tioga Downs barn fire. Taylor, now 62 and possibly looking at retirement, started his lifelong journey in harness racing at the age of 12. Doug Arthur trained the youngster early on for a couple of Norms (Faulkner and Clements). Our psychological dispositions guide our reactions to losing, and those tendencies are deep-rooted, complex, and rarely change. ”. REVISITING THE $409. The Midwest Classic kicked off with 83 yearlings to open the day. Hip #13 Twin B Courageous — My Number $125,000. more by Debbie Little. It should be noted that Schnittker is a long-time USTA director and the USTA opposes implementation of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA). For Tyler Borth, Canada’s leading 2023 driver by wins this year (303 as of Sept. I don’t remember any pause in the racing or anything. Whereas it might be rare to care for back-to-back winners of these two stakes, what Wright did stands out even more since she did it for two different trainers. Download The MOST Recent EDITION OF Harness Racing Update. “The orange paint was not cracking back then,” I said. Historically, October has not been a typical month for The Big M to race. Frode Hamre-trained Stoletheshow (Dream Vacation) paired with Magnus A. Lisa Giannelli sentenced to 3 1/2 years in prison for role in horse doping scandal. Lisa. On April 15, he sent out his first winner, Star Of Terror, a bay son of Western Terror, at. Morgan, whose streak started in 1996, was named to the Ohio Harness Racing Hall of Fame in 2021 and has over 7,200 career wins. View Posts → Dexter Dunn has become just the fourth member of the single-season $15 million driver club. In a dozen lifetime starts, Righteous Resolve (3, 1:53s; $528,203) had tasted defeat just twice: Her Ontario Sires Stakes Gold debut last July 3 at Georgian. Staking your horse properly is. In 2024, Hawthorne will race on Sunday and Monday from Jan. The sentencing took place in U. Generally speaking, that horse is racing for more money, but it costs a whole lot more to keep it in action. He has other concerns. He was sold for $140,000 Canadian after his 2-year-old. Diamond Creek Farm has had a banner year on the track in 2023 and they’re looking to see that success carry over to Harrisburg at the Standardbred Horse Sales Company’s yearlings auction and mixed sale. She is shown (from left) with: Bonnie Grant, Brad Grant, caretaker Margaret Gillon, Mickey Burke, Jr. 1992-2023 DC2NET, Inc. It’s a long way from Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island to becoming the guiding force behind the largest stable of fractionally-owned harness horses on the planet. [Harness Racing] Larry Bird Boy Today at 02:04:46 AM Check out this performance, Missed start by 50 yards and still wins [Harness Racing] rainman2 Today at 01:59:46 AM NEWS FROM PRISON [Harness Racing] rainman2 Today at 01:03:31 AM Poor JEN [Harness Racing] harnessfan2023Sentences in the doping cases involving trainer Rene Allard and veterinarian Louis Grasso were handed down this week by U. It is known for bringing the “Twin B” prefix to the North American harness racing industry and is now operated by Rob and Tammy McNiven’s daughter Jenna McNiven. ”. To follow the trial from the beginning, here are all of the stories published to date in chronological order. “I don’t think anybody thought he. Previously, Smith has conditioned an Indiana Fair Circuit champion and trained a pair of trotters that each finished third in end-of-season Indiana Sires Stakes finals. The sport has distanced itself from the consumer and that’s dangerous. The average Australian spends US$871 per year on horse racing. 19) and several top trotters chase a spot in the big race in January. A mere 12 hours following last Saturday’s (Oct. They’re like little standardbreds. Jessica Otten, 25, has been promoted from Meadowlands’ marketing coordinator/on air personality to TV host and Fox Sports show host. 16 November 2023. This year, he. HRU is dedicated to following the sport like no one else is, with comprehensive North American coverage delivered to you within hours of the horses crossing the finish line. Most stud books close down late June to avoid the June foals. TheStable. 22) $260,000 Progress Pace at Bally’s Dover. “Obviously we would like to have a better post position, but first and foremost, we’ve got to make the final. 19) $125,000 Prix de Bretagne at Vincennes in Paris. The irony isn’t lost on Paige Usiak. 3. All in all, in the opening-night session, Hunterton sold 19 yearlings for a total of $4,465,000. Hanover Shoe Farms is the perennial leading breeder in the sport, topping the list in winners, wins and purses. Unable to compete following an accident on July 26 at Pocono Downs, Zeron spent some of his day in front of the camera, co-hosting The Meadowlands’ simulcast show for about two hours with Dave Little. Prominent harness racing trainer and thoroughbred owner Nick Surick was sentenced Thursday (Jan. 15 November 2023. Trainer Jack Darling has been thinking a lot lately about Bulldog Hanover’s place in harness racing history – Dave Landruy photo. Horses are continuing to prepare for the main event in Illinois harness racing, Hawthorne’s Night of Champions for Illinois-breds on Oct. Last year’s average of $49,109 was second best in SHSC yearling sale history. Through horses like Betterzippit and now Swayzee, Boots has become a key part of the growing Grimson success story. In the sport of harness racing there’s a family who comes from Ohio that warrants respect and admiration for their continued success in the sport — and that name is Noble. In Today’s HRU (2023-11-19) • Towers:. 15, 2022, Dark Moves wired the field in going-away style at Woodbine Mohawk Park (WMP), taking a new 1:54. George Sholty. Recently profiled here in HRU, Rozema’s excitement for the opportunity has been further bolstered now by news of the track expansion. So the 69-year-old Ontarian was perhaps the most surprised to find himself getting emotional watching his rock star stud Bulldog Hanover stop the teletimer in 1:45. “They’re between 50 and 54 inches tall and they go half a mile. ”. No eliminations were required, so the Åke Svanstedt trainee will go. Highlighted by the $600,000 Meadowlands Pace, nine of the 14 races on the card boast six-figure purses. Anthony MacDonald and his wife Amy now find themselves the stewards of a stable of 126 head. has been around Harness Racing since he. The latest tweets from @harnessupdateIllinois racing is in the grips of its version of The Great Depression. 19) afternoon. 22) night and it seems like the right decision. “I sold mine for $10 when everybody was selling for $2,” said DiLeo. Even racing our better horses sometimes requires that we race somewhere near the red line or even occasionally over it. “This is her third Cantab in a row. Find out the results, highlights and analysis of the Breeders Crown, the Bunny Lake Final, the Breeders Crown Open Pace and more. The Pennsylvania-based nursery has produced more. He was given the option to call tomorrow night as well, but his significant other, Ivy, put the kybosh on that since they’re getting married on Sunday. In the fall of 2021 trainer Gino Toscano asked Desiree if she wanted to go to South Florida to winter train. by James Platz. They need to be resilient. “Until that point it was looking kind of lean,” said Warren, who had three fifths, a seventh and a pair of ninths to show for his six drives in Illinois racing’s main event on Saturday (Oct. Second, The Meadowlands is the number one harness track in the world for bettors.