VERNON, N.Y. After a bumpy 2023, which almost saw the racetrack close, Vernon Downs is set to begin its 71st season on Saturday, April 20, the racing and gaming venue announced. Post time for opening night is 6:05 p.m. and features a T-shirt giveaway after the third race.
There is a lot to look forward to this year as racing is set to kick off at one of Central New York's most popular entertainment and gaming destinations.
Trot Insider has learned that 2023 Breeders Crown winner Max Contract has new owners since that prestigious victory, and those new connections have officially transitioned the pacing star into a potential producer.
The connections of world champion Six Pack have announced that the trotting stallion will move from his New Jersey base of operations for the 2024 breeding season.