The Maryland Jockey Club will play host to Fantasy Owners' Day at Laurel Park Saturday, Mar. 18, it was announced Monday. Participants will be able to participate in a Q&A session with racing partnerships, racing officials and horsemen from the Mid-Atlantic region and will be randomly paired to a horse entered that afternoon and enjoy all the same amenities afforded to the connections of that horse–including access to the paddock and winner's circle.
Fantasy Owners' Day is being jointly presented by the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association (MTHA), Maryland Horse Breeders Association (MHBA) and the Maryland Jockey Club. Free registration is required by Wednesday, Mar. 15. Laurel's program on Fantasy Owners' Day includes five stakes races.
“This truly is a rare and unique opportunity for the public to experience Thoroughbred racing like never before,” said Sal Sinatra, President and General Manager of the Maryland Jockey Club. “Our sport is growing in Maryland. Our market is expanding. Not only do we want people to come out to see our renovated facility and enjoy a day at the races, but we want them to experience the thrill of watching their horse race.
After an optional morning training session on Laurel's apron, registrants will sign-in at 10 a.m., where they will be paired with a horse for the day. After a 10:30 a.m. prospective owner's seminar, the races will begin at 12:30 p.m., along with a luncheon in The Terrace Dining Room.
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