unknown-track - Race 1

Handicap

A race where a handicapper has assigned weights to be carried by all runners on the basis of their past racing efforts.

Stakes Race

Stakes Races are known as better class races, with higher purses and often accompanies by trophies.

Synthetic Surface

A racing surface comprised of silica sand and fibers, such as recycled carpet or spandex. The mixture is then sealed with wax.