Pleasanton offering trainers, owners financial incentive

The California Authority of Racing Fairs is offering horsemen an incentive package for the Pleasanton meet that begins June 17.

Trainers will receive a $500 bonus for running five to nine horses during the meet. The bonus increases to $1,000 for 10+ runners.

Owners will receive a $2,000 bonus if they start five horses at the meet.

Out-of-state runners will receive a $300 bonus for both their first and second starts at the meet.

The overnight purse structure will remain at the 2020 level.