Emerald Downs Purses to Rise 20% in 2015
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Average daily purses at Emerald Downs will see an increase of approximately 20% for the 2015 live racing season at the Auburn, Wash. track.
Horsemen were notified of the increase last week when stall applications were mailed in preparation for the 70-day live racing season. The additional purse money is attributed to ongoing purse enhancements from the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, which has provided Emerald Downs with $11,954,825 in purse supplements since 2004.
Pending approval by the Washington Horse Racing Commission, the meet will run April 18 through Sept. 27, with racing Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The 2015 season marks the 20th season of live racing at Emerald Downs.
In November it was announced that the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe had agreed in principle to acquire Emerald Downs and its assets. The tribe is expected to obtain the WHRC license necessary to own and operate Emerald Downs and its off-track wagering facilities. The process is ongoing and the license is expected to be awarded early in 2015.
Emerald Downs' stable area opens Jan. 31 with training beginning Feb. 2. The 2015 stakes schedule, including the 80th running of the Longacres Mile (gr. III), will be announced early next year.
Stall applications are available online at emeralddowns.com in the Horsemen section.