ITHA Advocacy Lengthened the Race Schedule by Three More Weeks in 2025
The Illinois Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association (ITHA) continues to advocate effectively for the expansion of our racing meets. As a result, the 2025 racing schedule as approved by the Illinois Racing Board will be extended by three weeks compared to 2024 — and by nine weeks compared to 2023.
"It's disappointing for the sport and industry of thoroughbred racing, as well as for everyone whose livelihoods depend on better purses, that we're still waiting for Hawthorne to begin its casino project," said Chris Block, ITHA president. "However, we're continuing to do everything we can as an association to enhance the quality of racing in Illinois, and the 2025 racing schedule reflects those efforts."
