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Fields Set For Ill. Festival of Racing

Fields Set For Ill. Festival of Racing

The Illinois Festival of Racing on Nov. 1 marks the time on the calendar to celebrate the local state-bred equines that populate the majority of Hawthorne's backstretch. And while the progeny of the state's Thoroughbreds won't be confused with those from Kentucky, many have proven successful when raced on the national stage.

 Thursday, October 30, 2008

Wiggins Wins Carey in Chalky Illinois Festival

Saturday's Phil Georgeff Illinois Festival of Racing brought out some great performances from horses that figured. Five of the six winners were favorites.

 Saturday, November 08, 2003

Julie's Prize Heads Illinois Festival of Racing

The Phil Georgeff Illinois Festival of Racing returns to Hawthorne Saturday with six $100,000 stakes events scheduled to help determine the Illinois champions for 2003. Julie's Prize, Wiggins, Summer Mis and Out of My Way are among the leading runners competing.

 Thursday, November 06, 2003