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USA Sports and the Horse Racing League (HRL) Announce Partnership to Air All Three Inaugural Race Days Live on USA Network in Spring 2027

  • USA Sports & The Horse Racing League (HRL) announced a partnership to broadcast all three inaugural HRL race days live on USA Network in 2027.
  • The three race days will feature multiple dirt & turf races at Gulfstream Park (March 13), Keeneland (April 18), & Santa Anita Park (May 15).
  • HRL's 2027 inaugural season introduces a team-based format, a first-of-its-kind draft selection process, & championship rivalries with $10 million in total prizes.
  • Greg Maffei, Executive Chairman of HRL, stated the partnership aims to broaden fan interest & attract younger demographics through storytelling & social media reach.
  • HRL recently appointed Renee Wilm as Chief Business Officer, J-T Ladt as Chief Marketing Officer, & Clifford Lidell as Chief Brand Officer.
  • Elevate was named the exclusive partner for HRL's ticketing, hospitality, & sponsorship sales.
  • HRL joins USA Sports' portfolio of premium sports rights, which includes the WNBA, NASCAR, Premier League, WWE, PGA Tour, & LPGA Tour.
  • The HRL is a digital-first league co-founded by Greg Maffei & Danny Epstien, featuring ten teams competing for over $10 million in annual prize money.