Racing News

Thoroughbreds a Family Affair for Hornings

06/30/2016
Future Looks Bright for Maryland Breeder-Owners                         
            

Laurel Park to Host All-American BBQ on July 4; Special Live Holiday Racing Program Begins at 1:25 p.m.

06/30/2016
Special Live Holiday Racing Program Begins at 1:25 p.m.                           
            
LAUREL, MD – Along with a special live holiday racing program on Monday, July 4, Laurel Park will play host to an All-American BBQ to wrap up opening weekend of the 24-day summer meet.
            

Summer at Laurel Park Begins Friday

06/30/2016
New LED Board Part of Continued Upgrades
Weekend Racing Continues Through Sunday, August 21       
Twilight Entertainment, Drink and Food Specials
Kids Zone and Brunch on Sunday
            

Total, Average & In-State Handles Increase at Laurel’s Winter-Spring Meet

05/10/2016
Average Handle Up 34.5 Percent; In-State Wagering Up 25 Percent
 
LAUREL, MD – The Maryland Jockey Club announced today that Laurel Park’s recently-concluded winter-spring meet registered increases in total and average handle, as well as export and in-state wagering on Laurel’s live product.
 

McCarthy, Magee Claim Laurel Park Titles

05/08/2016
Winter-Spring Meet Concludes 54-Day Stand Sunday
 
LAUREL, MD – Jockey Trevor McCarthy and trainer Kieron Magee were crowned champions as Laurel Park concluded its 54-day winter-spring meet Sunday afternoon.
 

Laurel Park Hosting ‘Triple Crown Kickoff Party’ May 7

05/02/2016
Special 12:15 P.M. Post Time for Live Race Program
 
LAUREL, MD – In addition to holding its own live race program, Laurel Park will play host to a ‘Triple Crown Kickoff Party’ on May 7 complete with dining and drink specials, giveaways and simulcast of the 142nd Kentucky Derby (G1).
 
There will be a DJ and barbecue on the track apron, official Triple Crown drinks and dining buffets offered throughout the track. For reservations, call 301.725.0770.

Ben’s Cat Returns a Winner in 10-Year-Old Debut

05/01/2016
Maryland-Bred Adds to Legend with 31st Career Victory
 
LAUREL, MD – Multi-millionaire Maryland-bred Ben’s Cat began another chapter in his illustrious racing career with a determined rally on the far outside to open his 10-year-old season with a narrow victory Sunday at Laurel Park.
 

M C Squared Posts Front-Running Upset in Friday Feature; G3 Winner Metaboss Finishes Sixth as Favorite in Comeback

04/30/2016
G3 Winner Metaboss Finishes Sixth as Favorite in Comeback
Pick 5, Rainbow 6 Carryovers for Saturday’s Program
Meet-Leading Rider McCarthy Scores Four-Win Day
 
LAUREL, MD – D A S L Stable’s M C Squared set the pace and emerged from a tight five-way photo finish to upset Friday’s featured optional claiming allowance at Laurel Park.
 

Laurel Park to Join in National PDJF Fundraiser May 7

04/30/2016
Derby Day Silent Auction Being Held for Second Straight Year
 
LAUREL, MD – Laurel Park will be among 29 racetracks across the country participating in the second annual Derby Day Silent Auction Fundraiser being held on Saturday, May 7.
 

Ben’s Cat Making 10-Year-Old Debut in Sunday Allowance

04/29/2016
McCarthy to Ride Multiple G3 Winner in 5 ½-Furlong Turf Sprint
 
LAUREL, MD – Multiple Grade 3-winning Maryland-bred Ben’s Cat is set to make his 10-year-old debut in Sunday’s fourth race at Laurel Park, a 5 ½-furlong sprint on the Fort Marcy Turf Course.