Here’s what’s happening at Dover Downs in preparation for its 49th season opening on Monday, Oct. 30: The season opening entry draw is slated for Tuesday, Oct. 24.
Daily condition sheets are available on the track website at doverdowns.com.
The first greatly revised condition sheet for the 2017-2018 season is now available online for the first two days of racing. Condition sheets and overnight sheets are available via Fax on Demand by calling 302-678-8507.
Starting Tuesday morning, Oct. 24, the Race Office will accept entries from 10 a.m. until 12 noon sharp. There are no exceptions.
On all race days, the Race Office phone numbers are 302-857-3634 or 302-857-3635. To fax, dial 302-741-8986. The Race Office will accept entries from regular entries time, 10 a.m. until 12 noon sharp.
A reminder for horsemen: per DHRC Rules, horses must have a current Negative Coggins on file to enter. Fax to 302-857-3272.
The 60-day rule is in effect. Horses must show a clean charted line within 60 days, race day to race day.
Qualifying races will be held Wednesdays at 10 a.m., starting Oct. 25.
Qualifying time is 2:00 for pacers and 2:02 for trotters. The exceptions: two-year-olds get two seconds and three-year-olds get one second.
Wins of less than $750 first money are not considered.
The scratch policy remains for horses scratching from post eight. They will automatically be assigned post eight the next time they draw in to race.
The 2017-2018 racing schedule is Mondays through Thursdays, post time at 4:30 p.m. There is no live racing on Fridays and Saturdays.
Simulcasting of harness and thoroughbred racing and NFL three-game wagering are available daily from 12 noon until 12 midnight. There is no charge for parking and admission. Early reservations are suggested for the Winner’s Circle Restaurant and for those planning to stay at Dover Downs Hotel. Call 302-674-4600.
(with files from Dover Downs)