Super Chapter Led Hambletonian Society Poll
Super Chapter maintained the top spot in the harness racing poll for the fourth consecutive week.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Equestrian
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Super Chapter and Brandon Blvd retained their hold on the first and second positions in the Week 17 Hambletonian Society/Breeders Crown poll. Released on October 7, 2026, the rankings reflect continued dominance from the two leaders.
Why it matters
The rankings highlight the current tier of top-performing horses competing in the Grand Circuit season. Maintaining a top position serves as a key indicator of competitive momentum as horses prepare for late-season championship events.
Super Chapter recorded a winning time of 1:50.2 at the Dayton Trotting Derby. Meanwhile, Wall Of Fame holds an undefeated record of 10 wins in 10 starts.
The players
Super Chapter
Super Chapter is a top-ranked harness racehorse currently leading the national rankings.
Brandon Blvd
Brandon Blvd is a competitive harness racehorse that maintains the second position in the national poll.
Wall Of Fame
Wall Of Fame is an undefeated harness racehorse that recently advanced to the third position in the rankings.
Nix Nacken
Nix Nacken is a competitive harness racehorse currently positioned just outside the Top 10 rankings.
The details
Super Chapter and Brandon Blvd each secured an additional 10 points in the Week 17 voting process. Wall Of Fame jumped from sixth to third place, while Nix Nacken remains ranked just outside the Top 10 with 51 points.
Timeline
The Week 17 poll was released on October 7, 2026.
The poll continues weekly on Wednesdays through the Grand Circuit season.
Season Trajectory
The weekly poll tracks the competitive hierarchy as horses accumulate points throughout the Grand Circuit season. This progression determines the field for upcoming championship races and establishes the season's top contenders.
The increase in the gap to 104 points between second and third place creates a significant points cushion for the top two horses. This separation makes it increasingly difficult for challengers like Wall Of Fame to overtake the leaders in the final weeks of the season.
The takeaway
Consistent performance in major derbies and stakes races remains the primary driver of these rankings. Investors and followers of the sport should monitor the point accumulation of the top five horses as the Grand Circuit reaches its conclusion.
What happens next
The next edition of the Hambletonian Society/Breeders Crown poll is scheduled for release on Wednesday.
Further reading
For more information on national competition rankings, visit Equestrian.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Standardbred Canada.
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