Wagering

Changes For 2013 Meadowlands Meet

November 30, 2012

The Meadowlands Racetrack will undergo some changes for the upcoming standardbred meet. Post time will move to 7:15 p.m. each racing night with the exception of Hambletonian Day, Saturday, August 3, ...

Pompano To Debut 10% Pick-4

November 29, 2012

In what is described as one of the most significant pari-mutuel developments in recent years, Pompano Park will debut a 10 per cent take-out on their Pick 4 wager - by far the lowest in the industry -...

Senate To Debate Sports Betting

November 27, 2012

On Tuesday Canada's Senate will begin to debate Bill C-290, which could pave the way to legalize single-game sports betting.

Another Georgia Racing, Wagering Push

November 16, 2012

Both a bill and resolution were filed Thursday, November 16 in Georgia which could lead to the introduction of legalized horse racing in the state.

CHRB Passes Exchange Wagering Rules

November 16, 2012

During its meeting Thursday, November 16 at Hollywood Park, the California Horse Racing Board passed a set of rules pertaining to the legalization of exchange wagering in the state.

Vernon's Export And Live Handle Up

November 13, 2012

Vernon Downs saw a double-digit increase in export wagering handle and single-digit growth in live handle during its recently concluded live racing season.

$1 Win, Place, Show Wagers Now At EPR

November 08, 2012

Effective immediately, the minimum ticket price for Win, Place and Show tickets on Exhibition Park Raceway races will be $1.

Godfrey Wants Sportsbooks At Casinos

November 01, 2012

One of the glimmers of hope Ontario horse racing took away from the OMAFRA Panel's report on the industry's transition from the slots-at-racetracks program earlier this week was the recommended option...

WEG Offers Fractional Triactor Wagering

October 30, 2012

On Tuesday, October 30, the Woodbine Entertainment Group announced it is adding 20-cent triactors to its live fractional betting menu through to the end of the year.

Saskatchewan To Drop Pari-Mutuel Tax

October 10, 2012

On Wednesday, October 10, the Province of Saskatchewan announced that, effective March 31, 2013, it will no longer be taking the 10 per cent tax it currently collects on horse-racing wagers.

Monmouth Attendance Up, Handle Down

October 09, 2012

Monmouth Park's first meet under new operators New Jersey Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and Darby Development LLC saw an increase in attendance, but a drop in overall wagering.

WEG Adds Fractional Betting On U.S.

October 02, 2012

A good day has arrived for local horse race handicappers.