Illinois Derby Returns to Hawthorne After 6-year Hiatus
The Illinois Derby returned to Hawthorne Racecourse April 21 after a six-year hiatus, rekindling a flame of hope for Illinois horse racing.
The Illinois Derby returned to Hawthorne Racecourse April 21 after a six-year hiatus, rekindling a flame of hope for Illinois horse racing.
A casino is supposed to be on the way, but in the meantime these are tough times for racing in Chicago and its only remaining racetrack, Hawthorne. They still don't have any outside revenue from a casino, their purses are…
Hawthorne has drawn its first day of entries for its Thoroughbred season that begins March 23 and continues through Oct. 23.
BetMakers Technology Group is pleased to announce that its Global Tote division has entered into a new renewal and extension agreement with long-term client Hawthorne Race Course for the provision of pari-mutuel wagering technologies and services.
The 2024 Illinois racing calendar hinges on the assumption Hawthorne Race Course will be actively building out its long-awaited casino during the season. Hawthorne's Tim Carey said a "renaissance" awaits Illinois racing.
Jockey Abel Lezcano makes an amazing recovery after a stirrup breaks during the third race at Hawthorne Race Course Aug. 20.