Fair Grounds Suspends Live Racing for Remainder of Meeting

In accordance with the “stay-home” order issued by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, following public health concerns in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, Fair Grounds Race Course has suspended live racing operations effective immediately. The Fair Grounds Thoroughbred Racing Season was originally scheduled to run through Mar. 29. The announcement was made following the conclusion of Saturday's GII TwinSpires.com Louisiana Derby card.

“Fair Grounds Race Course remains focused on the safety of members of the backside community who are vital to ensuring the care of the horses,” a statement read. “In compliance with the Louisiana Racing Commission's emergency order, we are committed to facilitating their safe and customary movement to tracks outside of New Orleans. Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots is dedicated to doing our part to help fight this public health crisis.”