Racing News

On Monday September 3, 2012 Portland Meadows will host its signature event: The $35,000 Portland Mile, along with other great stakes racing action.

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My Mounts is a daily feature where Track Announcer Jason Beem talks with a jockey to get their thoughts on the horses they will be riding for a particular live race day. Our Guest today is 44 year old rider Tim Neal who is enjoying a fine comeback year here at Portland Meadows. Tim was a regular rider here for years, and came back to Portland Meadows full time this Summer Meet. He’s got 13 wins from 69 starts and is riding eight of the nine races on Sunday 8/26/12.

Race 1 Gold N Goose

The 2nd running of the McFadden Memorial Sprint Claiming Series got underway at Portland Meadows on Wednesday Night. Two divisions competed, all at five furlongs and all for a $2,500 claiming price. The action on the track was fast and furious as was the action at the claim box. Horses have to run in both this first leg and then in the second leg on September 5th to be eligible for the $20,000 Series Final on September 26th. The horses accrue points in the first two legs, with the top 12 point earners getting a spot in the gate for the finals.