Monday, December 22, 2014

NEWS RELEASE: Fair Grounds to Host Louisiana's Biggest Stick Pony Race

 

1751 Gentilly Blvd.,   New Orleans, LA 70119   www.fairgroundsracecourse.com

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Contact: Brian W. Spencer, Racing Analyst/Racing Communications, 504.948.1233, brian.spencer@fgno.com

           

FAIR GROUNDS TO HOST LOUISIANA'S BIGGEST STICK PONY RACE JANUARY 10

 

NEW ORLEANS (Monday, December 22, 2014) – Racing fans have always loved the thrill of the stretch run, and on January 10 they will be able to experience it first-hand from the racetrack when Fair Grounds endeavors to host the biggest stick pony race in Louisiana.

 

Participants will be able to negotiate a 110-yard trip over the Fair Grounds main track, starting at the sixteenth pole and ending at the finish line. While no prizes will be offered in this unofficial "race," fans will be able to take part in a unique new experience and a collective effort to create the largest stick pony race in the state.

 

The stick pony experience will be limited to guests over the age of 18 and will cost $5. Participants over the age of 21 will receive a wristband that includes two complimentary Miller Lite drafts prior to the event. Complimentary water, coffee and soft drinks will be available for stick pony racers, with additional beer and food available for purchase. Participants will be able to keep their stick pony after the event as a souvenir.

 

Sign-up begins at 10 a.m. in the Starlight tent on the west side of the track apron in advance of the race which will begin at 12:15 p.m. General admission is free, and guests are encouraged to stay after the stick pony race for a live racing card that begins at 1:25 p.m.

 

About Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots

Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, the nation's third-oldest racetrack, has been in operation since 1872. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds is owned by Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ Global Select Market: CHDN); it also operates a slot-machine gaming facility and 11 off-track betting parlors throughout southeast Louisiana. The 143rd Thoroughbred Racing Season – highlighted by the 102nd running of the Louisiana Derby – will run from November 2014 through March 2015. More information can be found online at www.FairGroundsRaceCourse.com.

 

 

 




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