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Official Account of "Chicago's Hometown Track." 7 miles from downtown Chicago. 13 Club Hawthorne Betting Bars. 4 @FANATICSBOOK sportsbooks.
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When you're right about your horse... Congrats Edzo and all of the top finishers. Thanks to everyone for playing and watching the Hawthorne Invitational!
@EJXD2
@EmilyOptixEQ
@HawthorneJim
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We’ve got drivers of many talents! Clifton Bell making a back flip look so easy!
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas F. Carey. Tom was instrumental in the rebuild of Hawthorne after the 1978 fire and served as President and General Manager for nearly 30 years.
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Hawthorne Race Course is proud to recognize Juneteenth. We hosted the first pari-mutuel race in the state of Illinois with a field driven by all black drivers. The race was won by Todd's Party, driven by Jamaica Patton.
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We at Hawthorne are very saddened to hear of the passing of longtime driver Tim Curtin. Our thoughts and prayers to his family and all of those who loved Tim.
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Congratulations to
@RyanFromChicago
who received an honorable mention in the 2018 George Smallsreed Awards. It’s a winner to us!
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He does it again! FOX VALLEY GEMINI now has won all 15 career starts!
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A great shot grabbed by our Plant Superintendent Dave Benhart following tonight's storm.
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A field of 56. Want a shot at the competition? Win your way in this Saturday: $500 bankroll. No entry fee. Live wagers. Any kind of bets.
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Weeks ago it was requested by staff of
@JBPritzker
to provide a plan to return to racing. W/ coordination from IL Dept. of Ag
@illinoisharness
the ILHBPA & Fairmount a comprehensive safety plan to race w/o fans was submitted. Racing only way to earn $ to save agri-business in IL.
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Hawthorne is lucky to have so many awesome women training standardbreds here this summer!
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Congrats to jockey, Edgar Perez, who is leading rider for the Hawthorne Fall Meet!
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He’s done it again! 14 in a row for FOX VALLEY GEMINI
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The show goes on tonight as we kick off a weekend of racing. First post Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:10 PM. Facility already deep-cleaned and cleaned regularly throughout the day. Watch & wager on our athletes on the racetrack!
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Following approved safety protocols, a limited number of patrons will be allowed to return to Hawthorne beginning Sunday for simulcasting and racing. Contact guest services at 708-780-3733 w/ questions.
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Watch out in the streets, FOX VALLEY GEMINI is almost licensed to drive as he looks for 16 consecutive wins this evening!
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Sure it might rain tonight, but Trifecta still expects you to make first post by 7:10pm!
#hawthorneracecourse
#harness
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Happy retirement to one of our valets, Mike Vinci!
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Big-time thanks to all who supported The Invitational. Full results on our website. Rewatch the *entire* contest w/real-time player discussions on YouTube & tomorrow hear from the top 3 finishers on Spaces at 6p CT
@ZhouTony
,
@PaulMattiesJr
and
@dennycaps1
w/
@EmilyOptixEQ
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Our facility will be reopening tomorrow for simulcast wagering with a limited capacity at 11 AM. Social distancing regulations will be followed and masks must be worn at all times.
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Did you know THE PIZZA MAN and WORK ALL WEEK both broke their maidens at Hawthorne? One is content resting, and one still thinks he’s a racehorse 😅🤔🐎
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NEVER SAY THAT and ANOTHER BETTOR out for a stroll this morning!
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Just over 1 week away from live racing! First post next Saturday afternoon at Hawthorne is 3:10 PM.
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Live racing resumes today at 3:10! See you then!
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'Tote'ally awesome drivers scoping out the track!
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Now cashing tickets in Aurora at The Piazza! New furniture. New lighting. New tote machines. And most importantly: open every day!
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It's really no surprise that PARTY BELLE loves
@RyanFromChicago
, they both love to party! Good luck to her and connections in The Violet tonight (R9)
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Trainer Nicole Agosti records first career victory - Harness Racing Newsroom - USTA - USTROTTING
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It goes without mention but kudos once again to our fine track photographers from
@FourFootedFotos
as we are so lucky to get such tremendous shots every racing day from
@RyanFromChicago
and
@nmariephoto
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Due to expected extreme cold temps (high of 8 degrees) there will be no live racing on Saturday at Hawthorne. Tomorrow will be the final day of our fall thoroughbred meet. First post Friday is 12:55 PM for our 10 race card.
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Shout out to everyone who works hard in the mornings! Especially when the snow has decided to come early.
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Due to the impending winter storm, tonight's races at Hawthorne have been cancelled. Tonight's card will be moved in full to Saturday with additional races added. A decision on Friday racing will be made tomorrow morning.
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Thank you thoroughbred horsewomen, horsemen, guests and Hawthorne staff for making 2021 a successful year!
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This beauty will be in 3rd race tonight! Look out for GOOD DESIGN!
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Wild night here! Trainer, Chris Banks, won the first at Arlington with thoroughbred SPERLING, and also the 6th race tonight with standardbred VEGAS BOMB!
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Hawthorne Race Course Hires 25-year Gaming Veteran as Casino CEO:
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While many have been asking, we are still not currently allowed to have fans in the stands for races. Our guidelines are dictated by the Governor's office and IDPH. We are thankful to be racing and continue to do so in a safe manner for our horsemen, staff, and fans.
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Congrats to trainer, Mike Reavis, on 2,000 training wins!
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Good luck to FOX VALLEY GEMINI in the 8th tonight! His groom, John, has been with him since he was a foal. Hope to see them make it 12 wins in a row tonight!
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Big thanks to everyone supporting our new low takeout. From 17% to 12% = $500K more back to players in Mar and Apr. (Oh, and a 33% increase in handle!)
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The amount of effort and the love for their work of
@nmariephoto
and
@RyanFromChicago
is amazing! We are truly fortunate to have them and their fine photos here at
@ClubHawthorne
The moon and the Sears Tower in the same shot with horses. Not sure what else Twitter could want from me.
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🔟 days until live thoroughbred racing returns to Hawthorne. First Post 3:10 PM.
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This guy doesn't stop.
@HawthorneJim
prepping for player interviews at the
#nhc2024
while doing interviews with
@ESPNChicago
. We're live on Twitter at 10am pst with
@EmilyOptixEQ
co-hosting!! Ding ding.
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Bet & Go Wagering Available at Hawthorne & select Club Hawthorne OTB Locations starting today. Facial Coverings required as well as maintaining social distancing.
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Nice buzz building for this year's Invitational on Sun. 60+ super talented players with $$MILLIONS$$ won in contests.
@EmilyOptixEQ
@EJXD2
and
@Somobomb18
will preview the competition Thurs on Spaces.
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Up close and personal with your first race winner DUNESIDE LIFE!
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Current player list for our Sun Invitational. Pending 2 entries to be won in our Sat contest. Preview the competition TONIGHT @ 5p CT with
@EmilyOptixEQ
,
@EJXD2
&
@Somobomb18
on SPACES:
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Vet update on Shelby Rae, who pulled up in Race 3 tonight. She has been brought to a clinic where she will receive treatment for and injury to her right front leg. While her racing career is likely over, she will be able to recover and become a broodmare eventually.
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FYI: Harness racing will be back at Hawthorne May 2021!
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Want to get into Horse Ownership......for Free? Check out our website and Facebook Page for a chance to win your shares of two standardbred horses.
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Longtime Chicago trainer Jose Gonzalez recently lost everything in a Thanksgiving morning fire. Anything you can do to help him get back on his feet is appreciated
@itharacing
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It's gonna be a hot one tonight! BO I SEE TIME recommends a nice cool bath after the races!
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Props to
@emilyoptixeq
who continues to put together really thoughtful voices in
#horseracing
to share & discuss ideas. Excited to have
@BeemieAwards
,
@InsideThePylons
and
@Vukman
on Spaces tomorrow. 6p CT. Join the conversation.
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A reminder that we have a special Monday night card tonight. First post for the 10 race card is 7:10 PM.
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Who's heading to Vegas next week for the
#NHC2024
?
@EmilyOptixEQ
talks with veteran players
@derby1592
and
@alexa_zepp
tomorrow at 6p CST.
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NOBALS! Huge congrats to Larry Rivelli and all the local connections!!!
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Guess who’s looking for win number 15 tonight?! It’s FOX VALLEY GEMINI! Come see him in the 3rd race!
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Jim Miller really does everything! Happy Holidays everyone, come out and enjoy our 8 race card.
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Here comes Gemini! He sets a lifetime mark at 1:51 in his 15th consecutive win!
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Hawthorne thoroughbred racing is back tomorrow and so is Keeneland! Watch and wager simulcast racing from Keeneland AND Hawthorne.
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Make plans to join us this weekend! First post 2:50 PM
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Camels, ostriches, and zebras this weekend, say what?!?
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1st race call, winner is Ryans Mistress with driver, Juan Franco!
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Brandon Bates drives career winner number 1,000 as Fox Valley Extacy wins the 7th
@ClubHawthorne
@USTrotting
@bigticketbates
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BUCKLEGIRL BOBETTE & Travis Seekman win the Open in race 8 tonight!
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Dead heat in the 6th race tonight! PHYLLIS JEAN & Juan Franco and LADY'S PARTY & Casey Leonard.
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NEW TRACK RECORD! Aged mare trotter 6-Anna's Lucky Star wins the 6th. 1-Lousraptor 2nd. 4-Lindy's Big Bang 3rd. 1:53.3.
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Excited to have Dylan Rossi (
@1GR8FULGUY
) joining
@EmilyOptixEQ
now on Spaces to chat about contests, including our Invitational last year (he finished 3rd behind Eddie Olczyk) and the Pegasus. Our next one is just 3 weeks away! Register now:
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It might rain tonight, but BO I SEE TIME doesn’t mind water so you shouldn’t either! Post time 7:10pm!
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Update from Race 10 Incident. Vet reports that all three horses involved in incident escaped without injury. Drivers Casey Leonard and Tyler Shehan also both walked away uninjured. Kyle Husted was transported to hospital w/ pain in ankle but was alert entire time.
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Sweet sixteen! FOX VALLEY GEMINI and Casey Leonard do it again!
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