Not my opinion, but #2 is interesting.
Key Reasons for the problem at The Meadowlands:
1- Casino License Push: Gural stated he could not commit to a long-term five-year contract to host the expensive event without knowing if the track would receive a lucrative North Jersey casino license. New Jersey must pass a referendum to allow a casino at the Meadowlands, as state law currently limits casinos to Atlantic City.
2- Integrity and Medication Rules: A major point of contention involves disagreements over misconduct rules. Gural has been vocal about tightening regulations against trainers suspected of using performance-enhancing drugs, creating friction with the Society over which trainers and drivers are permitted to compete.
3- Long-term Financial Certainty: Because of the financial cloud over the New Jersey track, the Hambletonian Society opened bidding to secure a stable, long-term home for harness racing's most prestigious event.