Ellis Park Racing News

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Amid career year, Ortiz thinking of his Eastern Ky. in-laws

HENDERSON, Ky. (Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022) — John Ortiz is having a career year, his more than $3.5 million in purse earnings ranking No. 20 in America. His eight victories (out of 29 starts) matches Hall of Famer Steve Asmussen for the most this…

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NECKER ISLAND WINS THE JEFF HALL MEMORIAL STAKES AT ELLIS PARK

The first time Necker Island raced at Ellis Park, he used his time at the Pea Patch to prove he deserved a chance to test himself against the best of his generation at the classic distance.

 

In his most recent outing at the…

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Celebrating 100 Years

Kentucky’s summer home for racing will celebrate 100 years in 2022. The 23-day meet will begin July 8 and conclude August 28, with live racing conducted Friday through Sunday.…

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