The opening of Santa Anita's Classic Meet on Dec. 26 marks the return of the Ship & Win program, which offers bonuses to horses from out of state who ship in and start at the Arcadia oval. During the 49-day Classic Meet, Santa Anita will provide eligible shippers with a guaranteed $4,000 bonus for their first start (first-time starters excluded) plus an additional purse bonus. Eligible Ship & Win horses who finish first through fifth in a dirt race will receive a 50% bonus to the listed purse money earned. In turf races, Ship & Win horses will receive a 40% bonus. The purse bonuses are applicable for one start only.
“Santa Anita's Ship & Win program provides a wonderful incentive for horsemen and helps to attract a significant number of horses from out of state.” said Jason Egan, Santa Anita Director of Racing and Racing Secretary. “Santa Anita is a fantastic facility with which to race and train all year-round, but particularly this time of year when the weather is unmatched. We believe Santa Anita offers the best turf racing in America during the Classic and Hollywood Meets.”
Santa Anita's Classic Meet runs through Apr. 6. It will be followed by the 29-day Hollywood Meet, which opens Apr. 16 and ends June 15.
More information on Santa Anita's Ship & Win program, visit www.Santaanita.com or call the racing office at (626) 574-6352.
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