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.
06/01/2026
Another exciting week of NYSS & Excelsior racing is ahead!
This week features the NYSS & Excelsior races:
• 3-Year-Old Pacing C**t
• 3-Year-Old Trotting C**t
• 3-Year-Old Trotting Filly
Check out the full schedule on the NYSS Calendar: https://www.nysirestakes.com/calendar/
05/29/2026
Don’t miss a race!
Visit the New York Sire Stakes Calendar to see upcoming races.
https://www.nysirestakes.com/calendar/
05/27/2026
Don’t miss out on the latest New York Sire Stakes announcements and updates as the 2026 season approaches. Sign up for text alerts 📲 and get notifications straight to your phone so you’re always in the know.
05/25/2026
The New York Sire Stakes honors those who gave their lives in service to our country this Memorial Day.
05/23/2026
1 day to go!
The NYSS & Excelsior 2026 season kicks off tomorrow at Saratoga Raceway with the 3-Year-Old Pacing C**ts.
05/21/2026
Only 3 days to go!
The wait is almost over; the NYSS season begins May 24!
Watch the recap video and feel the excitement building for opening day.
New York Sire Stakes Night Of Champions - 2025 Join us as we relive the excitement of the 2025 New York Sire Stake...
05/19/2026
5 days to go!
Check out the race schedules and start planning for the full season ahead. https://www.nysirestakes.com/racing/
05/17/2026
The countdown continues! Just 1 week to go until the season kicks off. Relive the 2025 highlights in our recap video and get ready for opening day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6N3oXiCqKo
05/15/2026
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