TCS makes starting change

The Classic Series (TCS) will have an important change for the 2007 edition of the Series: There will be no starting fee for the $250,000 finals, which represents a savings of $5,000 for the connections of those horses qualifying for and racing in the rich events.

The starting fee for each of the preliminary legs shall remain at two percent of the purse in each event.

TCS purses are composed of revenue derived from several sources. They are funded by nomination, sustaining and declaration fees paid on the nominees, with host tracks contributing a significant share. Yearling consignors and buyers share a charge of one percent of the final bid price of each yearling sold at TCS sponsor sales. Strong yearling sales in 2006 have enabled TCS to pass on this significant new benefit to the owners.

The ability to present four $250,000 finals with no starting fee requirement sends a positive signal that the Series is healthy. TCS recognizes that stakes payments are an added burden for the owner and welcomes the opportunity to afford some relief.

TCS returns to a spring schedule for 2007. Dover Downs will host the first $85,000(est.) preliminary legs on Monday, April 9. Leg two will be at the Meadowlands on Saturday, May 5. Mohawk Racetrack will host leg three on Saturday, June 9, as well as the $250,000 finals, raced at a mile and three-eighths, the next Saturday, June 16.

Nominations for TCS 2007 will close and must be postmarked by Feb. 15, 2007. All payments should be made payable to and sent to the Hambletonian Society. Further information, including Series conditions, payment levels and nomination forms are available at www.theclassicseries.com. Contact Nick Salvi at (954) 871-6013 with questions. (TCS)

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