The New York Sire Stakes is the nation' s oldest harness racing program of its kind.
The program is administered by the Agriculture & NYS Horse Breeding Development Fund. The New York Sire Stakes is the state's premier harness racing program designed to promote the breeding, buying and racing of standardbred horses in New York State. Administered by the Agriculture & New York State Horse Breeding Development Fund, the New York Sire Stakes is the nation's oldest harness racing program of its kind.
07/06/2026
The New York Sire Stakes and Excelsior Series races scheduled for today, July 6, at Monticello Raceway have been canceled due to torrential rain that created an unsafe racing surface. The safety of our horses, drivers, and all participants remains our top priority, and we appreciate everyone's understanding.
06/30/2026
Due to forecasted dangerous heat conditions, the New York Sire Stakes County Fair Series has announced that harness racing originally scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026, at Goshen Historic Track has been cancelled.
The decision follows the New York State Gaming Commission's Heat Management Protocol, which prioritizes the safety and well-being of both horses and drivers.
Read more here: https://bit.ly/44CyvTN
06/29/2026
The countdown continues, just 3 days to go until County Fair racing returns!
06/25/2026
The 2026 County Fair Series kicks off in just one week!
Relive the excitement from 2025 and watch the County Fair Series highlights here: https://bit.ly/4eked7k
06/22/2026
Upcoming NYSS and Excelsior Races this Week:
• 3-Year-Old Trotting Filly / C**t
06/18/2026
Just 2 weeks until County Fair opening weekend! 🐎
The 2026 season begins with the Cattaraugus County Fair on July 2, followed by the Goshen Fair on July 3.
06/16/2026
The New York Sire Stakes is deeply saddened by today's tragic barn fire at Saratoga Casino Harness. Our thoughts are with the horsemen and horsewomen, owners, trainers, drivers, caretakers, and all those affected. We stand with the New York harness racing community during this difficult time
06/15/2026
Don’t miss a race!
Plan ahead by viewing the 2026 NYSS, Excelsior, and County Fair schedules now. https://www.nysirestakes.com/racing/
06/12/2026
Fun Fact: The first Racino opened at Saratoga Raceway in 2004, paving the way for racinos at the remaining six race tracks statewide.
Since the inception of racinos at harness tracks, New York Sire Stakes purses have more than doubled and continue to increase!
06/10/2026
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