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America’s oldest racetrack closes as horse racing eyes a modern resurgence

Anderson W. White2 weeks ago

After more than 170 years of operation, Freehold Raceway, America's oldest racetrack, has held its last race. The New Jersey track, owned by Penn Entertainment, officially closed its doors on the last weekend of 2024, ending an era marked by declining attendance, shrinking revenu...

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