Rosecroft Raceway set to kick off 2023 season

Fort Washington, MD — Live harness racing action returns to Rosecroft Raceway on Thursday, January 19, with the usual 7:15 p.m. post time.

Racing will be held on Tuesday’s and Thursdays through April 27, before switching to a Tuesday’s and Saturday schedule, closing out the Winter – Spring meet on May 20.

Pre-meet qualifiers will be held on Wednesday, January 11, and the following Tuesday, January 17. Please enter the day before by 9:00 a.m. The track will also be open for training on those days from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The first draw is on Saturday, January 14. The entry box closes at 9:00 a.m.

An early race Pick-4 has now been added to the wagering menu starting in race two. Race seven starts the Pick 5 which offers an industry low 12 percent takeout. Race 10’s popular Jackpot Hi 5 wager is returning after producing a payout pool of over $100,000 on closing night of the 2022 Winter meet.

“We want to thank all the horsemen for their continued support of the racing program here at Rosecroft”, stated Lisa Watts, Director of Operations at Rosecroft for the Maryland Jockey Club. “We strive to continually improve the racing product being offered to our fans and followers, who we are so grateful for. We are looking forward a great 2023 racing season.

From Rosecroft Raceway