Honor D Lady Wins Royal Delta in 4-Year-Old Debut
Final Furlong Farm and Madaket Stables' Honor D Lady opened a commanding lead in the stretch and easily hung on to win the $154,000 Royal Delta Stakes (G3) at Gulfstream Park Feb. 17.
Saffie Saddles Honor D Lady, Four Others in Royal Delta
The $150,000 Royal Delta Stakes (G3) headlines Gulfstream's Feb. 17 race card, the 1 1/16-mile dirt test will have Honor D Lady breaking from slot six for trainer Saffie Joseph Jr., who will saddle three others in the race.
Trainer Delany Seriously Injured at Delta Downs
Louisiana-based trainer Sarah Delany is recovering in a Houston, Texas, hospital after being kicked in the neck by a horse Feb. 7 at Delta Downs.
Delta's Louisiana Premier Night to Feature Scholarships
Delta Downs will host the richest program of the year, Louisiana Premier Night, Feb. 3, featuring the best Louisiana breds competing in 10 stakes worth $895,000. In addition, the LTBA will award two scholarships, to college students.
Delta Downs to Lower Takeout to 12% on Pick 4s, Pick 5s
Delta Downs announced that it will lower the takeout rate on all Pick 4 and Pick 5 wagering pools from 25% to 12% beginning Dec. 13.
Delta Downs Kicks Off 2023-24 Season Oct. 6
Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel will kick off its 2023-24 season the evening of Oct. 6. Live racing will begin at 5:15 p.m. CT each week until the season comes to a close Feb. 24.