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Sunday, March 23, 2014

Reminder: Meadowlands Purse Increase Next Weekend

This is a reminder to all horsemen that the purse increase for four (4) classes at The Meadowlands goes into effect this coming Friday, March 28th for all genders and gaits.  The classes and increases are as follows:

·         B2 -        $16,000 (Previously $14,000)
·         B1 -        $20,000 (Previously $16,000)
·         A2 -        $22,500 (Previously $20,000)
·         FFA -      $35,000 (If 9 or more classified FFA enter – previously $30,000)

In addition, there are a pair of “Dash For The C-Notes” events on the condition sheet for this weekend, giving the C-Class horses an opportunity to race for more money.  They are as follows:

·         Friday:                  C-2 Trotters “Dash For The C-Notes” – Highest Money Earners from Divisions race for $25,000 on Friday April 4th.
·         Saturday:             C-1 Pacers “Dash For The C-Notes” - Highest Money Earners from Divisions race for $30,000 on Saturday April 5th.

Please also make note of the change to the draw schedule, as going forward Friday’s card will close Monday at 9:00 A.M. and Saturday’s card will close Tuesday at 9:00 A.M.

Contact The Meadowlands race office with any questions.