Clinton Raceway has record opening day

Live harness racing made its return for the 2022 season at Huron County’s Clinton Raceway on Sunday afternoon. The unofficial kick off to summer welcomed a large opening day crowd. An opening day record of $83,716 was wagered on the 10-race card.

Fundraising was back in full swing at Clinton, over $3,000 was raised for the Central Huron Secondary School. The winner of the 50-50 raffle took home over $1,000.

Maiden pacers lined up behind the gate for the Howard Kennedy Memorial Pace in race 1. 4-year-old Sunshine Beach gelding, Gus is Back, rode the pocket trip before making a late move to capture the $4,400 event. Drivers Travis Henry and Mark Goddard each had driving doubles on the card.

There were no winning tickets sold in the race 10 Super Hi-5, so a carryover of $860 will be up for grabs in the finale next Sunday. Live racing returns to Clinton Raceway next Sunday, May 29th for Seniors Day.

For complete race results, click here.

by Tony Elliott, for Clinton Raceway