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Thursday, January 7, 2016

Date Set for the 2016 World Harness Handicapping Championship

On April 30, 2016 the top horseplayers in North America will compete for over $50,000 in prize money* in the 2016 World Harness Handicapping Championship, at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment in East Rutherford, NJ.   

  The WHHC qualifiers at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment are set for January 23, February 22, March 19 and April 2.   

The Meadowlands January 23 qualifier has a $100 total fee ($50 entry plus a $50 real-money bankroll).  The format requires players to bet a minimum of $5 (no maximum) on 10 Meadowlands races.  Complete rules and entry form are available at PlayMeadowlands.com.  The qualifier winner will earn a spot in the WHHC with prize money to be paid out to the Top 5 finishers.   The qualifier brochure can be downloaded here.

 The World Harness Handicapping Championship (WHHC) is a one-day tournament, with a welcome reception the evening prior.  Players may earn a seat in the WHHC through a qualifying event at a partner wagering outlet or through direct buy-in ($800).  

In addition to the Meadowlands, Hawthorne Race Course, Tioga Downs and Vernon Downs are conducting WHHC qualifiers.  A complete list of participating outlets and qualifier dates can be found at PlayMeadowlands.com or by clicking here.  


For more information on how to become a WHHC partner outlet or sponsor, contact Rachel Ryan, Marketing Manager, Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment (raryan@playmeadowlands.com)