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The harness racing industry in Ireland has shown signs of growth in recent years, with horses like Oakwoodanabella IR competing successfully in North America. Now, one of the country's best trotting stars is headed stateside to face off against tougher talent.
Wally Hennessey was contemplating whether to head to Saratoga Casino Hotel to drive Saturday in New York Sire Stakes action when he received a call that basically made the decision for him.
Last year's Joe Gerrity Jr. Memorial Pace winner and half-mile track world record holder This Is The Plan will face a stiff challenge in his title defense this coming Saturday at Saratoga Casino Hotel as he faces seven other top pacers including a couple of Canadian-connected contenders.
One of the best cards anywhere in the harness racing season so far during 2022 will be proudly presented at Harrah’s Philadelphia this Sunday afternoon (May 29), as the top trotters and pacers in many varieties will be racing on the track’s $600,000+ “Super Sunday” card.
Yonkers Raceway would like to alert participants and industry members about alterations to the racing schedule starting soon.