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The Harness Racing Commission provides oversight and support of the Maine’s harness racing industry with a goal of promoting fairness and integrity of the sport.
Harness Racing News
The first qualifying day at First Tracks will be on April 5, 2025, starting at 12:00 PM. The MSHRC has waived the 45-day rule for horses that started on or after November 15, 2024 at any track. This waiver is in effect until April 30, 2025, and then the 45-day rule will be enforced.
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Trackmaster Horse Ratings
Trackmaster Horse Ratings is a computer-based assessment of a horse's overall ability that is calculated based on past performance ratings.