Dover Downs first draw is Tuesday, Oct. 24

DOVER, Del. — The 49th Dover Downs harness racing season opening entry draw is Tuesday, Oct. 24. Daily condition sheets are available on the track website: www.doverdowns.com

The first revised condition sheet for the 2017-2018 season is now available on-line for the first two days of racing.

Note: Starting Tuesday morning, Oct,24, the Race Office will accept entries from, 8 a.m. until 10 sharp. There are no exceptions.

A reminder for horsemen: per Delaware Harness Racing Commission (DHRC) Rules: Horse must have a current Negative Coggins on file to enter. Fax to 302-857-3272.

The 60-day rule is in effect. Horses must show a clean charted line within 60 days, race day to race day.

Qualifying races will be held Wednesdays at 10 a.m. starting Oct. 25.

Qualifying time is 2:00 for pacers with 2:02 for trotters. (The exceptions) 2-year-olds get two seconds, 3-year-olds, one second.

Wins of less than $750 first money are not considered.

The scratch policy remains: For horses scratching from post 8 will automatically assigned post 8 the next time they draw in-to-race.

The 2017-2018 racing schedule is Mondays through Thursdays, post time at 4:30 p.m.

Simulcasting of harness and thoroughbred racing and NFL three-game wagering are available daily from 12 Noon until 12 Midnight. There is no charge for general parking and admission. Early reservations are suggested for the Winner's Circle Restaurant and for those planning to stay at Dover Downs Hotel. Call 302-674-4600.

Marv Bachrad