The
99 day meet at Buffalo Raceway on The Fairgrounds in Hamburg, that got started
in January came to a close on Sunday (July 21). Pro Kid trained by Alex
Giuliani took the season finale with driver Shawn McDonough in the sulky.
Handle
on 2013 Buffalo Raceway season increased 21% over 2012. The 3rd
straight year of double digit increases. On track handle dipped
slightly. “We were very pleased that the harness racing players
have taken notice of Buffalo Raceway. The improvements we have made over
the years including the new video system and our relationships with our
simulcast sites have been very beneficial”, said Director of Operations Jon
Cramer. “The On track patrons enjoyed the Grandstand renovations and we
know that a few of our promotions worked well and will be back for 2014.”
The
horsemen enjoyed racing at the Hamburg Oval. Along with the backstretch
renovations that included 6 new barns over the past 2 years. Purses
distributed increased 5% and averaged over $80,000 per night.
Ray
Fisher Jr who is recovering from the July 12 spill took the drivers crown with
149 victories and over $750,000 in earnings. John Cummings Jr finished just 4
wins behind with 145 trips to the Winner’s Circle and amassed $850,000.
JD
Perrin took the Buffalo Raceway trainer's championship, beating out veteran
conditioner Gerry Sarama by eight victories, 78-70. Perrin finished with
an outstanding UDRS of .416 for the year.
Six
track records were equaled or lowered including the all age Trotting mark of
1:56.3 by Crazy About Pat.
Racing
is scheduled to resume at Buffalo Raceway in January 2014 pending New York
Gaming Commission Approval.
Simulcast
wagering is available year round Wednesday through Sunday and select Mondays
for a complete schedule visit www.buffaloraceway.com/simulcast
