Bloodhorse.com reports that the old Hialeah Park, in beautiful downtown Hialeah, has been granted a quarter horse license and may begin racing quarter horses beginning March 17, 2010. In addition, there is legislation pending in Tallahassee that would allow the track to run thoroughbreds for up to 50% of the meet. Don't get your hopes up there.
The article goes on to report that the track, which has been closed since 2001, is in bad condition with grass growing on the track, and would require, by estimate of the current owner $30 million to renovate for racing.
There are apparently plans to include a simulcast room and card room.
I don't know if the area can support a third track with two that seem to be just hanging on now. Especially with all the other gaming on and off-shore opportunities available. But I'd sure like to see someone give it a go.
Click here for the full story http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/49738/hialeah-okd-for-quarter-horse-racing
Thursday, March 19, 2009
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Hialeah was once one of the most beautiful racetracks in the country. It's a shame what has become of it. I hope that the track can be restored. How about the Breeders' Cup buying the property and having every-other year's championships at this "home" faciility? How about a "boutique" meeting with the BC the marquee weekend???
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