The New York Racing Association will host a Cross Country Pick 5 on Saturday featuring action from historic Saratoga Race Course and Stakes competition from Woodbine Racetrack and Monmouth Park. Woodbine will kick-off the sequence with the Grade 2, $175,000 Nassau Stakes for older fillies and mares going one mile on the turf, in Race 6 at 3:45. A field of 12 is scheduled to … Continue reading Cross Country Pick 5
When placing bets in horse racing, handicappers love to go after the elusive long-shot. The horse that is not-so-obvious and may be flying under the radar in regards to his capability and odds. Here are a couple of tips (in no particular order) that may help in nailing that big odds long-shot and put some major cabbage in your pocket. Its good to bet big … Continue reading Finding A Longshot
Opening weekend at the Saratoga Race Course was a HUGE success. The New York Racing Association says the 4-day opening weekend generated more than $90 million dollars in the all sources wagering handle. That number easily topping the corresponding 2020 and 2019 opening weekends. The total handle for the 41 race, four day opening was an increase of 12.2% from last years number, which was … Continue reading A BIG opening weekend At Saratoga
The summer of 2020 was like no other. Thanks to covid 19, Saratoga Race Course was not open to the general public. The meet went on as scheduled, but no fans were allowed on the premises. 2020 was the first time in 40 plus years the Daily Racing Blog (and staff) did not see any races in person at The Spa. There is simply nothing … Continue reading A Much Welcomed Return
Saratoga Springs has long been a summer playground for sports fans: the upstate New York town is home to one of the most storied racetracks in the world, and it’s been mecca for horse racing fans for hundreds of years. If you’re planning a trip to The Spa this summer here is quick beginners guide to the town and racetrack. WHO: Elite Racehorses And Their … Continue reading Beginners Guide To Saratoga
The New York Racing Association and FOX Sports announced Wednesday the return of Saratoga Live, the critically-acclaimed and award-winning television show providing in-depth coverage and analysis of the 40-day summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course. Saratoga Live will provide full card coverage of nearly every race day to a national audience on the FOX Sports family of networks beginning Thursday, July 15th. The 2021 summer meet, … Continue reading Saratoga On Television
What Is The Duration Of The Saratoga Race Course Summer Meet ? The 2021 racing meet is 40 days long, with live racing five days a week, from Thursday, July 15th through Labor Day, which is Monday, September 6th. Mondays and Tuesdays (with the exception of Labor Day) are called Dark Days, as there’s no racing. Is there Reserved Seating, Or Can You Sit Wherever I Want … Continue reading Saratoga F.A.Q.’s
The COVID-19 pandemic touched every aspect American life. In the grand scheme of things wagering on horse racing rightfully took a backseat over the past year and a half to the essential tasks we all focused on to keep ourselves and our families safe and help our neighbors as much as possible. Throughout the pandemic those who are passionate about horse racing had to pursue other … Continue reading Advance Deposit Wagering
The New York Racing Association today announced three new hospitality areas at Saratoga Race Course set to debut during the upcoming 2021 summer meet. The Spa Verandas at the Top of The Stretch, Tailgate at the Turn picnic area and the newly expanded section of The Stretch will welcome fans for the first time on Opening Day, Thursday, July 15th. “As we prepare to welcome … Continue reading Viewing Saratoga
America’s Track– Saratoga Race Course announced Wednesday that the track would open all sections at 100 percent capacity when its elite summer meet begins on Thursday, July 15th. With 70 percent of adult New Yorkers now vaccinated against COVID-19, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo on Tuesday declared the immediate removal of COVID-19 protocols and restrictions for nearly all activities and industries, including outdoor sports and entertainment … Continue reading Saratoga Open For All
