Red Shores Racetrack and Casino at the Charlottetown Driving Park and the Prince Edward Island Harness Racing Industry Association (PEIHRIA) today (Thursday, June 16) released the details of the 2022 Gold Cup and Saucer owner’s package and a 'Smash The Track Record Bonus.'
The 2022 Gold Cup and Saucer final will be held Saturday, Aug. 20 and finalists will compete for an enhanced $100,000 purse sponsored by Atlantic Lottery.
“With the increase of the 2022 Gold Cup and Saucer final purse to $100,000, we were pleased to partner with PEIHRIA to also offer an enhanced package for owners participating in this year's event,” stated David MacKenzie, Red Shores General Manager. “We look forward to hosting more people on site for the 'Greatest Show In Harness Racing.'”
Among the items in the owner’s package are features such as complimentary seating for participating owners for the Gold Cup and Saucer final and consolation, invitations to the various receptions, complimentary golf and bridge passes, and gas cards.
Also included in the benefits of the 2022 event is a bonus of $5,000 for breaking the track record in the Gold Cup and Saucer final. This 'Smash The Track Record Bonus' is sponsored by Warren Ellis and family of Summerside Chrysler Dodge.
“PEIHRIA thanks Atlantic Lottery for providing the final purse of $100,000, and Mr. Ellis for sponsoring the 'Smash the Track Record Bonus,'" stated Blaine MacPherson, PEIHRIA Chair. “We feel the enhanced purse and bonus matches the prestige of the Gold Cup and Saucer, and look forward to a strong participation in the 2022 event.”
(With files from Red Shores)