Officials with Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment have announced that both the Meadowlands Racetrack and Winners Bayonne will be closing indefinitely effective 8 p.m. this evening (Monday, March 16).
The contents of the Meadowlands release appear below.
Meadowlands Racetrack and Winners Bayonne Closing
Based on the new CDC guidelines limiting public gatherings of 50 or more to limit the spread of COVID-19, the Meadowlands Racetrack and Winners Bayonne will be closing beginning at 8 p.m. today (Monday, March 16).
The properties will remain closed for simulcasting and live racing indefinitely.
The health and safety of our employees, horsemen, patrons and community are our top priority.
Meadowlands Racetrack will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates when possible.