Hawthorne Race Course has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Chicago, following ongoing financial difficulties. Bloomberg posted on X that the filing comes after several months of complaints from horse owners about bounced checks and unpaid purse money. The racecourse has been facing financial challenges, leading to this decision to seek bankruptcy protection. The filing aims to restructure the racecourse's debts and address the financial issues that have affected its operations. The situation has raised concerns among stakeholders about the future of the racecourse and its ability to meet financial obligations.