Vercruysse Locks Up WDC Victory June 13, 2013 On Thursday, in Mauquenchy, France, Pierre Vercruysse locked up victory for the home team, guaranteeing himself enough points to win the World Driving Championship for France.
WTC Day 2 Recap June 12, 2013 Racing’s role with government and a crystal ball gaze into the year 2020 were the topics presented in a pair of panel discussions at the second session of the 2013 World Trotting Conference on Wednesd...
Bartlett Steers Winner In WDC Action June 12, 2013 Jason Bartlett, representing the United States, found room in the long stretch of Angers Racecourse, to capture the first victory for North America on Wednesday afternoon during World Driving Champion...
WTC Opens In France June 11, 2013 Problems facing the standardbred industry, seen by many to be opportunities to change and grow, are among the topics that will be discussed at the biennial World Trotting Conference, which opened Tues...
Racing Thrives With Government Partner April 16, 2013 It has been reported that Paris Mutuel Urbain, the entity which handles wagering on horse racing in France, is on pace to record its 16th consecutive year of growth in terms of wagering.
French Filmmakers Shoot Hambo Doc March 27, 2013 With snow on the ground throughout much of the U.S., it’s hard to believe there are people getting ready for the Hambletonian on August 3. Not just trainers; filmmakers also, including Charles Bernard...
A Tale Of Two Countries January 10, 2012 It has been reported that the France's Pari-Mutuel Urbain saw increases in revenue across all sectors of its business in 2011. It broke the €10 billion mark in turnover, which is a record for the orga...
Lake Pleads Guilty In Eustis Fatality January 10, 2012 It has been reported that harness-racing driver Angus Lake, the man that was at the wheel of the truck which struck and killed Michelle Eustis in the Balmoral Park backstretch during the early-morning...
Want To Win A Trip To The Prix d'Amerique? November 03, 2011 The Prix d’Amerique, one of harness racings most prestigious events, raced at Vincennes Racecourse in Paris, the beautiful City of Lights, is a dream destination for those who love the sport of harnes...
New Twist On Man Vs. Equine August 11, 2011 Followers of horse racing have sat back and watched over the years as football players, runners, and others that think they can take on the equine breed have sprinted against racehorses. You can now a...
"I Think She Can Be Much Better" July 21, 2011 Trainer Fabrice Souloy has brought one of his top trotting mares from France to compete against North America’s top aged trotters, in hope that he can capture the 59th edition of the Maple Leaf Trot
France Recovering From Injuries May 30, 2011 Seven weeks removed from the accident in the Balmoral Park backstretch which claimed the life of her friend Michelle Eustis, Heather France, who herself suffered very serious injuries, has commented o...