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Fonner Park: Still Running and Breaking Records

In the middle of March, racetracks around America began to close their doors to spectators amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Orders from state governments and health officials dictated an end to public gatherings, and this prompted all non-essential businesses to close their doors. Many horse tracks tried to keep their races on schedule, simply running them […]
Posted on: April 7, 2020 | Jennifer Newell
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Pair of $300k Carryovers to Begin the Week

Another light week of horse racing action is on tap in light of the Covid-19 crisis, but there’s still some intrigue to be found. Two carryover jackpots are steadily growing at a pair of tracks which are still racing without spectators. Fonner Park Pick 5 Jackpot As of this writing, the Pick 5 carryover at […]
Posted on: April 6, 2020 | Christopher Feery
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Saturday Stakes – April, 4, 2020

Over the past several weekends, we have had some stellar Kentucky Derby Prep races to look forward to. That’s not the case this week or for at least the next several. The Derby itself has been pushed back to September due to Covid-19. Several of the big remaining prep races, including the Wood Memorial, Bluegrass, […]
Posted on: April 3, 2020 | Christopher Feery
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Which Racetracks Are Running This Week?

Horse racing is among the numerous industries which have been completely upended by the COVID-19 crisis. Numerous tracks have halted or cancelled their meets, and exactly when they will resume operations remains very uncertain. Thankfully, those looking for the diversion that horse racing provides in these challenging times still have a handful of options to […]
Posted on: March 30, 2020 | Christopher Feery
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Oaklawn Park

Saturday Stakes – March 28, 2020

While the overall schedule for horse racing remains in flux due to the Covid-19 crisis, many tracks are still giving it a go for the time being. Looking ahead to the weekend, we have a big highlight to look forward to in the form of one of the biggest races on the Road to the […]
Posted on: March 26, 2020 | Christopher Feery
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Updates on Aqueduct, Ohio Racing Covid-19 Timeline

The Covid-19 crisis continues to upend daily life across the nation, and horse racing hasn’t been immune to that. While some tracks continue to operate sans spectators, others have been forced to put a halt to things as their respective states deal with the outbreak. Two states provided updates on the current state of affairs […]
Posted on: March 25, 2020 | Christopher Feery
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Fonner Park: Finding a Racing Balance Amidst a Pandemic

As safety precautions took hold across America in the past several weeks in response to COVID-19, they affected nearly everyone in every industry. Health authorities and government officials limited – or even prohibited altogether – public gatherings. Casinos and racetracks were not exempt. Racetracks depend upon wagering for their livelihoods. Spectators and bettors – sometimes […]
Posted on: March 22, 2020 | Jennifer Newell
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Saturday Stakes Schedule – March 21, 2020

At least there’s still horse racing. While some tracks across the US have suspended operations due to the Covid-19 crisis, others remain up and running for the time being, albeit without spectators. A little diversion sounds fantastic right about now, and we have one to look forward to thanks to a busy racing schedule over […]
Posted on: March 19, 2020 | Christopher Feery
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Gulfstream Carryover Sures $1M

One of the most popular horse racing carryover jackpots has once again reached an eye-popping number. The Gulfstream Park Pick 6 Jackpot hasn’t been hit for awhile, and the total carryover has climbed to a whopping $1,003,138 as of this writing. What is the Gulstream Park Pick 6? It’s known as the Rainbow Pick 6. […]
Posted on: March 16, 2020 | Christopher Feery
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