YONKERS, NY, Friday, June 1, 2012 -- When Yonkers Raceway returns from recess,
it's going to be accompanied by a sizable purse increase.
Effective Friday, June 15, an approximate 20 percent, across-the-board increase
into effect. The new purse structure is now going to range from $11,500 (for
non-winners of two parimutuel pacers, and $12,500 claimers of both gaits) to
$44,000 for the weekly trio of Open Handicaps (trotters, pacers and distaff
pacers).
The current purse structure ranges from $9,500 to $36,000.
"We're committed to keeping our purses the best in the industry, and we
encourage all horsemen to take a look at our product," general
manager Bob Galterio said.
The Raceway goes on hiatus after Saturday night's program, which features both
the Art Rooney and Lismore Paces. Note that after Friday and Saturday (June 15
& 16) programs, live racing returns to usual
Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday schedule beginning Monday, June 18.
First post for all programs remains at 7:10 PM.
The new condition sheet shall be available this coming Monday. For more information,
please contact the race office (914) 457-2627.
