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Colonial Owner Wants to Sell to MTR Gaming

Colonial Owner Wants to Sell to MTR Gaming

The owner of the Colonial Downs in Virginia wants to sell his company to West Virginia-based MTR Gaming Group Inc., in exchange for $144.5 million in MTR stock.

 23 hours ago
Colonial Downs to Offer 16 Stakes in 2013

Colonial Downs to Offer 16 Stakes in 2013

Colonial Downs will offer $1,755,000 in purse money for its 16 stakes in 2013. The meet is highlighted by the 16th running of the $500,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT).

 Thursday, January 03, 2013
Colonial Downs to Hold 25-Day Meet in 2013

Colonial Downs to Hold 25-Day Meet in 2013

Colonial Downs will host a 25-day spring/summer Thoroughbred meet in 2013 from June 8 through July 13 after approval from the Virginia Racing Commission Nov. 7.

 Thursday, November 08, 2012

Colonial Downs to Host New Steeplechase Event

Steeplechase runners will compete at Colonial Downs as Central Virginia's new spring racing event will kick off in April 2013.

 Thursday, October 18, 2012
Sterling Show by Silver Max in Virginia Derby

Sterling Show by Silver Max in Virginia Derby

It didn't go as smoothly as planned but odds-on choice Silver Max got the job done anyway in the $600,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT), registering his sixth consecutive turf win on yielding ground at Colonial Downs July 21.

 Saturday, July 21, 2012
Volcat Victorious in Virginia Oaks

Volcat Victorious in Virginia Oaks

Volcat found the deep going at Colonial Downs to her liking when she opened up a commanding lead in the stretch and held on for a half-length victory in the $150,000 Virginia Oaks (gr. IIIT) in New Kent July 21.

 Saturday, July 21, 2012
Summer Front Skipping Virginia Derby

Summer Front Skipping Virginia Derby

Waterford Stable's Summer Front will run in the $100,000 Duluth Stakes at Saratoga July 22 rather than travel to Colonial Downs for the Virginia Derby (gr. IIT) a day earlier, according to trainer Christophe Clement.

 Friday, July 20, 2012
Zultanite Can Break Through in Virginia Oaks

Zultanite Can Break Through in Virginia Oaks

Zultanite, coming off a pair of strong graded stakes turf efforts, should start a strong favorite in the $150,000 Virginia Oaks (gr. IIIT) on the turf at Colonial Downs July 21.

 Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Silver Max's Streak On Line in Virginia Derby

Silver Max's Streak On Line in Virginia Derby

Silver Max puts a five-race winning streak on the line as the 123-pound high weight July 21 in the $600,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT), the showcase event of the summer meet at Colonial Downs.

 Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Colonial Downs Cancels Sunday Card

Colonial Downs Cancels Sunday Card

Due to the severe storm and a current power outage, Colonial Downs has canceled its live race card for Sunday, July 1.

 Sunday, July 01, 2012
Turbo Compressor Takes Colonial Cup

Turbo Compressor Takes Colonial Cup

Turbo Compressor proved once again that speed can be dangerous. The 4-year-old Halo's Image ridgeling, who makes it a habit of being in front, got out to a narrow lead in the Colonial Turf Cup and won.

 Saturday, June 16, 2012
Snow Top Mountain Peaks in All Along

Snow Top Mountain Peaks in All Along

The 124-pound highweight rebounded from a sixth-place finish last time out to best 10 other fillies and mares in the grade III turf event.

 Saturday, June 16, 2012
Rahystrada Faces 11 in Colonial Turf Defense

Rahystrada Faces 11 in Colonial Turf Defense

Eight-year-old Rahystrada defends his title in the Colonial Turf Cup June 16 at Colonial Downs against a full field that includes five horses that ran in last month's Dixie Stakes (gr. IIT).

 Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Pachattack May Try Luck On Turf in All Along

Pachattack May Try Luck On Turf in All Along

Pachattack, winner of the Doubledogdare Stakes (gr. III) in her only start since finishing third in the 2011 Breeders' Cup Ladies' Classic (gr. I), heads the field for the Edward P. Evans All Along Stakes (gr. IIIT) June 16.

 Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Colonial Downs Jockeys Receive Fee Increase

Colonial Downs Jockeys Receive Fee Increase

The Jockeys' Guild and the Virginia Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association have reached an agreement on a new mount fee schedule that will provide an increase in base mount fee for races run at Colonial Downs.

 Thursday, May 31, 2012
Mid-Atlantic Circuit: Possible--or Laughable

Mid-Atlantic Circuit: Possible--or Laughable

Cooperation and concessions could do wonders in the Mid-Atlantic region, which badly needs a circuit strategy.

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 Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Colonial Downs' Turf Course Set Ablaze

Colonial Downs' Turf Course Set Ablaze

The Secretariat Turf Course at Colonial Downs was intentionally set ablaze March 22 as the Virginia track undertook a "controlled burn" in an effort to get the grass to re-grow in time for the meet that begins June 2.

 Friday, March 23, 2012
Colonial to Move Lights for Night Turf Racing

Colonial to Move Lights for Night Turf Racing

Relocation of its lighting system will allow Colonial Downs to offer nighttime turf races as part of its new schedule in 2012.

 Thursday, December 22, 2011
Schedule Changes Benefit Colonial Downs

Schedule Changes Benefit Colonial Downs

Colonial Downs credits a shortened race week and revised Saturday post time for increases in average daily attendance and wagering during the 32-day meet that ended July 31.

 Tuesday, August 02, 2011
An Excited Virginia Oaks Victory

An Excited Virginia Oaks Victory

Michael Tabor's Excited stalked the pace before taking control nearing the eighth pole and edged away for a half-length victory in the Virginia Oaks (gr. IIIT) at Colonial Downs July 16.

 Saturday, July 16, 2011
Dynamic Holiday Seeks Dynamic VA Oaks Run

Dynamic Holiday Seeks Dynamic VA Oaks Run

Dynamic Holiday has been on a roll in her last four starts, and she is looking to carry over her win streak into her first start at Colonial Downs in the July 16 Virginia Oaks (gr. IIIT).

 Thursday, July 14, 2011
Rahystrada, Aruna Big Winners at Colonial

Rahystrada, Aruna Big Winners at Colonial

Rahystrada won the Colonial Turf Cup and Aruna won the Edward P. Evans All Along Stakes (gr. IIIT) at Colonial Downs in Virginia June 18.

 Saturday, June 18, 2011
Colonial Turf Cup Attracts Older Crowd

Colonial Turf Cup Attracts Older Crowd

The Colonial Turf Cup, opened up this year to competitors of all ages, attracted a field of eight to Colonial Downs for the $500,000 event to be held the evening of June 18.

 Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Colonial Meet to Begin With Large Turf Fields

Colonial Meet to Begin With Large Turf Fields

If entries for the first two programs are any indication, Colonial Downs in Virginia should have a strong meet from a wagering perspective. Entries total 231 horses for the first two days.

 Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Colonial Turf Cup Loses Graded Status

Colonial Turf Cup Loses Graded Status

The decision by Colonial Downs to allow older horses to compete in the Colonial Turf Cup Stakes will result in the race losing its grade II status for 2011.

 Friday, April 22, 2011
Changes in Store for 2011 Colonial Meet

Changes in Store for 2011 Colonial Meet

The $500,000 Colonial Turf Cup (gr. IIT) at Colonial Downs June 18 is now open to older turf horses -- one of several changes for the 2011 summer meet at Colonial Downs.

 Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Hettel Named to VA Racing Commission Post

The Virginia Racing Commission March 22 announced Bernard "Bernie" Hettel as its new executive director effective April 1.

 Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Colonial All-Source Wagering Up 13.2%

Colonial All-Source Wagering Up 13.2%

Boosted by a 20% increase in import simulcasting handle, Colonial Downs concluded its 40-day meet July 21 with a 13.2% increase in all-source wagering.

 Friday, July 23, 2010
Paddy O'Prado Too Tough In Va. Derby

Paddy O'Prado Too Tough In Va. Derby

Paddy O'Prado, a son of El Prado, showed again his top turf form in the July 17 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT), brushing to the lead in the stretch and defeating Interactif.

 Saturday, July 17, 2010
Va. Oaks: Check the Label Impresses Again

Va. Oaks: Check the Label Impresses Again

Brereton Jones' homebred Check the Label took over approaching the sixteenth-pole and drew clear to win the $150,000 Virginia Oaks (gr. IIIT) by 2 3/4 lengths July 17 at Colonial Downs.

 Saturday, July 17, 2010
THS: The Virginia Derby

THS: The Virginia Derby

Jason, Tom, and Rich Nilsen of twinspires.com preview the Virginia Derby (gr. IIT) at Colonial Downs on July 17.

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 Thursday, July 15, 2010
Virginia Derby: Paddy O'Prado the One to Beat

Virginia Derby: Paddy O'Prado the One to Beat

Paddy O'Prado looks to continue his ascent to the top of the 3-year-old ranks when he meets seven rivals in the $600,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT). The El Prado colt is the 7-5 morning-line choice.

 Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Paddy O'Prado Rebounds in Colonial Turf Cup

Paddy O'Prado Rebounds in Colonial Turf Cup

Favored Paddy O'Prado, returning to the turf after a sixth-place finish in the Preakness Stakes (gr. I) last month, swept to an easy three-length win in the $500,000 Colonial Turf Cup (gr. IIT) June 19 at Colonial Downs.

 Saturday, June 19, 2010
Paddy O'Prado Tops Colonial Turf Cup Field

Paddy O'Prado Tops Colonial Turf Cup Field

Paddy O'Prado, third-place finisher in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), drew the rail as the probable favorite for the $500,000 Colonial Turf Cup (gr. IIT) June 19 at Colonial Downs.

 Tuesday, June 15, 2010

With Distinction Has First U.S. Winner

Graded Stakes winner With Distinction sired his first United States winner when Orakpo broke his maiden on his second try in the fifth race at Colonial Downs June 7.

 Thursday, June 10, 2010
Colonial Announces Summer Stakes Schedule

Colonial Announces Summer Stakes Schedule

Colonial Downs announced its 2010 summer stakes schedule and it again is highlighted by a pair of grade II turf races for 3-year olds -- the $500,000 Colonial Turf Cup June 19 and the $600,000 Virginia Derby July 17.

 Friday, February 05, 2010
Colonial Downs Amends Racing Schedule in 2010

Colonial Downs Amends Racing Schedule in 2010

For the first time in 10 years, Colonial Downs has amended its weekly race schedule, adding Wednesday cards in place of Fridays

 Thursday, January 28, 2010

'Mixed Breed' Program Set for Colonial Downs

Colonial Downs will host a mixed breed card of horse racing Sept. 13 that includes eight harness races, two steeplechase races, and one Thoroughbred race.

 Friday, September 11, 2009

Smith Earns Sixth Training Title at Colonial

Colonial Downs' 40-day summer race meet came to a close the night of July 28, as the leading trainer, owner, jockey, and apprentice rider were all awarded for their successes.

 Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Homeister Becomes Second Leading Female Rider

Homeister Becomes Second Leading Female Rider

Jockey Rosemary Homeister Jr. became Thoroughbred racing's second winningest female jockey of all time when she rode Kathleen O'Connell's Gambles List to victory in the third race the evening of July 20 at Colonial Downs.

 Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Blind Date Rallies To Score In Virginia Oaks

Blind Date Rallies To Score In Virginia Oaks

William Backer's homebred filly Blind Date came from off the pace to take a short advantage in mid-stretch, then narrowly outdueled Shared Account to win the $150,000 Virginia Oaks (gr. IIIT) by a head July 18 at Colonial Downs.

 Saturday, July 18, 2009
Nicanor Favored For Virginia Derby

Nicanor Favored For Virginia Derby

Battle of Hastings will line up against Nicanor and eight others in the $750,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT) July 18 at Colonial Downs.

 Monday, July 13, 2009
TRF Fundraiser Set for Colonial Downs

TRF Fundraiser Set for Colonial Downs

The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation at James River will hold "An Evening in the Winner's Circle" July 17 at Colonial Downs racetrack in New Kent County. The event is a fundraiser to benefit Greener Pastures at James River, a Second Chances program of the TRF.

 Monday, July 13, 2009
Nicanor Among Probables For Virginia Derby

Nicanor Among Probables For Virginia Derby

Colonial Downs will hold the post position draw for the 12th running of the $750,000 Virginia Derby (gr. IIT) July 18 and an impressive list of probable starters is taking shape.

 Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Late Run Earns Winter View All Along Victory

Late Run Earns Winter View All Along Victory

The cutback in distance didn't seem to bother George Strawbridge Jr.'s homebred Winter View, as the daughter of Thunder Gulch came from last at the top of the stretch to run them all down in the $150,000 All Along Stakes (gr. IIIT) June 20 on the Colonial Downs turf.

 Saturday, June 20, 2009
Lime Rickey's Turn in Colonial Turf Cup?

Lime Rickey's Turn in Colonial Turf Cup?

There is no doubt in the mind of Frank Alexander that Lime Rickey is a stakes-caliber type of horse. One of these days, perhaps in the $500,000 Colonial Turf Cup (gr. IIT) on June 13, the son of Lemon Drop Kid will prove it, Alexander said. All he needs is a little bit of racing luck.

 Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Colonial Downs Ready to Launch 2009 Season

Colonial Downs Ready to Launch 2009 Season

Opening day at Colonial Downs comes a week earlier this year when live racing returns June 5. The following day, Colonial Downs will be open for the first time ever on the same day as a Triple Crown race, the Belmont Stakes (gr. I).

 Monday, June 01, 2009
Colonial Downs Owner Reports Higher Profits

Colonial Downs Owner Reports Higher Profits

The owner of Colonial Downs reported May 14 an increased first-quarter profit of $3.1 million, helped by the improved performance of its racing subsidiary.

 Thursday, May 14, 2009
Turf Stakes Highlight Colonial Downs Season

Turf Stakes Highlight Colonial Downs Season

Colonial Downs will host 17 stakes races, including a pair of grade II turf stakes, during the 2009 summer Thoroughbred meet which runs from June 5 â€" July 28. A total of $2.2 million will be doled out in stakes purses over the eight week, 40 day season.

 Monday, May 04, 2009
Colonial Downs Owner Hurt by MTR Gaming

Colonial Downs Owner Hurt by MTR Gaming

The owner of Colonial Downs reported it lost $4.1 million during 2008, due in part to its investment in MTR Gaming Group, it was reported March 18.

 Thursday, March 19, 2009
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