Live racing and the Preakness at Cumberland

CUMBERLAND, ME – Harness racing action resumes at First Tracks Cumberland on Friday (May 17) with a full 12-race card and continues on Saturday (May 18) where horse racing enthusiasts can also watch and wager on the race known as the ‘Run for the Black-Eyed Susans.’

First Tracks Cumberland will offer full card simulcasting from Pimlico Race Course, Baltimore, Maryland, which includes the 149th renewal of the $2,000,000 Preakness Stakes this weekend, May 17 & 18.

In just a few days, Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan will attempt to capture the second leg of the Thoroughbred Triple Crown, looking to become the first horse to complete a sweep of the three signature stakes races since Justify in 2018.

Doors open at 12 noon on Saturday (May 18) with a host of wagering, food and beverage options available all day.  Live harness racing kicks off both days at 3:15 pm.

First Tracks Cumberland Spring/Summer meet continues throughout the Spring and early Summer months with regular racing on Friday and Saturday each weekend during the extended pari-mutuel meeting, which runs through August 3.  Post time is always 3:15 pm.

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by Chris Tully, for First Tracks Cumberland