Thoroughbred horse racing in Ohio is a popular spectator sport and industry. There are three tracks in the state that offer live racing:
- Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course: This track is located in Youngstown, Ohio. It is a mile-long dirt track that offers live racing from April to November.
- JACK Thistledown Racino: This track is located in North Randall, Ohio. It is a mile-long dirt track that offers live racing from May to October.
- Belterra Park Cincinnati: This track is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. It is a mile-long dirt track that offers live racing from May to September.
In addition to live racing, the tracks also offer simulcast racing, which allows people to bet on races that are taking place at other tracks around the country.
Thoroughbred horse racing in Ohio is regulated by the Ohio State Racing Commission. The commission is responsible for licensing tracks, trainers, and jockeys, and for ensuring that the races are fair and honest.
The sport of thoroughbred horse racing has a long history in Ohio. The first race track in the state was opened in 1832, and the first thoroughbred race was held in 1833. Thoroughbred horse racing has been a popular sport in Ohio ever since.
