Tampa Bay Downs is set to join the growing number of Thoroughbred tracks that are conducting racing without spectators during Wednesday's eight-race card, which begins at 12:40 p.m. The decision to limit attendance to horsemen, jockeys, essential staff, state-licensed officials and accredited media for the foreseeable future was made in response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis.
Tracks in Florida, California, New York, Kentucky, Arkansas and Texas are racing without patrons. It was also announced that the Mar. 28 G1 Dubai World Cup card will be run without spectators. Keeneland's spring meeting, set to begin Apr. 2, will start without spectators.
At Tampa Bay Downs, The Downs Golf Practice Facility and The Silks Poker Room remain open until further notice. However, pari-mutuel wagering will not be offered onsite.
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