The celebrated Elitlopp at the Solvalla Racetrack in Stockholm, Sweden is one of harness racing's largest events for those who love the sport of racing. A fabulous trip to this year’s edition of the trotting classic is being raffled off by the Standardbred Retirement Foundation. Tickets are available for the SRF’s annual fundraising initiative by calling the SRF office at 732-446-4422.

The Elitlopp is not just one of the greatest trotting events in the world, but it is also comparable to the excitement of the Little Brown Jug in the United States of America. The event is held in Stockholm, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, at a time when Sweden is enjoying the full bloom of springtime.

The trip includes an airfare voucher of $1,500 and a five-day/four-night stay for two in the very heart of Stockholm. Your visit will start with a get-together dinner on the Thursday night. Get ready to kick your mornings off with a buffet breakfast prior to sightseeing. The yearling sale can be attended on the Friday afternoon, and the Menhammer Stud Farm, where many famous stallions have stood, can be toured on the Saturday morning. The lucky winner will then attend Solvalla Racetrack on both Saturday and Sunday for the big race. The dates are May 24, 2018 to May 28, 2018.

Raffle tickets are $25 each and funds raised will be used to provide hay and grain, medical care, farrier care, rehabilitation and other related needs for the 351 trotters and pacers under SRF's expense and care. The winning ticket will be drawn on April 27 at noon (the winner does not need to be present). Tickets are also available for purchase and help with selling tickets is much appreciated. Please contact Tammy at [email protected] or call 732-446-4422 for more information.

(With files from the SRF)