Finger Lakes Racetrack

The Finger Lakes Horsemen's Benevolent & Protective Association, in conjunction with racetrack management, will send horsemen its own version of stimulus checks, with trainers receiving $25 for every start at the 2019 Finger Lakes meet and owners receiving $100 for every start. A trainer who also owns the horse will get $125 per start. The total cost is estimated to be $827,000, which will be funded through canceled race days and a reduced stakes program. "Our board of directors felt it imperative to get some quick money to our horsemen...