July, 2021 | Horse Racing Free Tips

Breakfast at Saratoga Returns This Summer

The New York Racing Association will invite racing fans to continue a summer tradition during Breakfast at Saratoga, driven by the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA), back after a 2020 hiatus forced by COVID-19. Breakfast at Saratoga welcomes guests for morning meal on The Porch of the Clubhouse at Saratoga Race Course while the Thoroughbreds train on the main track. Breakfast is held daily from 7 to 9:30 a.m. and is available on a first-come, first-served basis; reservations are not accepted. There is no breakfast on Runhappy Travers Day, Saturday, Aug. 28 and Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 6.

“We are excited to welcome everyone back for the 2021 Saratoga racing season,” said Jonathan Scherzer, CDTA Director of Marketing. “We're expecting full trolleys and a lot of excitement for the meet as the Capital Region resumes all the special events we have come to enjoy. There is so much history and tradition surrounding Saratoga Race Course–there just isn't a better place to be this summer.”

The morning breakfast buffet is $20 for adults and $12 for kids under 12 years of age. Admission is free during breakfast hours. NYRA TV analyst and handicapper Anthony Stabile, who also serves as the host of Breakfast at Belmont, will provide commentary and conduct interviews with trainers and connections during Breakfast at Saratoga.

Mornings at Saratoga also welcome fans to go behind the scenes with a free, guided backstretch tram tour, courtesy of CDTA. Tram tours run from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and depart from the Clubhouse entrance approximately every 15 minutes. Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are 45 minutes in length. Tram tours are not offered on Runhappy Travers Day and Labor Day.

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Tom Fogarty Joins Darley’s Kildangan Nominations Team

Tom Fogarty has been named a nomination administrator for Darley's Kildangan Stud, Darley announced on Tuesday. Fogarty, who began on July 1, studied Agricultural Science at University College Dublin and served stints at Dromoland Farm in the U.S. and at Mountarmstrong Stud in Ireland. He was most recently a stud groom at Godolphin's Ballysheehan Stud.

“I'm delighted to have the opportunity to join this outstanding team,” said Fogarty in a statement. “The current roster of Darley stallions, both here and at Dalham Hall, is very exciting and I am looking forward to meeting breeders at the forthcoming sales.”

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Daughter of Was Debuts at Fairyhouse

Observations on the European Racing Scene turns the spotlight on the best European races of the day, highlighting well-pedigreed horses early in their careers, horses of note returning to action and young runners that achieved notable results in the sales ring. Wednesday's Observations features a daughter of Oaks winner Was (Ire) (Galileo {Ire}).
1.50 Chantilly, Debutantes, €27,000, 2yo, f, 7fT
BAHASA (IRE) (Siyouni {Fr}) debuts for the Wertheimers and trainer Christophe Ferland, who combined to win the 2013 G1 Prix Marcel Boussac with the dam Indonesienne (Ire) (Muhtathir {GB}). Only the second foal to race, the February-foaled bay encounters 12 contemporaries including Godolphin's Fleur D'Iris (GB) (Shamardal), an Andre Fabre-trained daughter of the dual Brazilian Group 1 heroine Zara (Brz) (Redattore {Brz}).

5.25 Fairyhouse, Mdn, €14,000, Mdn, 2yo, f, 6fT
CONCERT HALL (IRE) (Dubawi {Ire}) debuts for the Smith/Magnier/Tabor/Westerberg axis and is a daughter of the G1 Epsom Oaks heroine Was (Ire) (Galileo {Ire}) from the distinguished family of New Approach (Ire). Aidan O'Brien introduces the February-foaled bay against Joseph O'Brien's well-regarded fellow newcomer Pennine Hills (Ire) (Kodiac {GB}), Sun Bloodstock's full-sister to the GIII Selene S. winner Grizzel (Ire) who impressed in her barrier trial.

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Book 1 Of Keeneland September Sale To Consist Of Two Sessions

Following is a letter to customers from Keeneland's president and CEO Shannon Arvin and vice president of sales Tony Lacy:

As we have shared in past communications, it is our intent to keep you informed of our planning and continued efforts to deliver the absolute best marketplace this September. We remain customer-focused on this mission as we work through this process and continue meaningful conversations with you all.

As was announced previously, we adjusted the Keeneland September Yearling Sale schedule based upon the total number of inspected yearlings. After evaluating what we feel is best for our customers and the market, Book 1 of the September Sale will be conducted over two days, taking place Monday, Sept. 13 and Tuesday, Sept. 14.

In an effort to position the largest number of horses before our deep audience of domestic and international buyers, we are holding the first four sessions (Books 1 and 2) consecutively prior to the Dark Day. Therefore, the first week of selling will take place Monday through Thursday, with a Dark Day on Friday. We made this adjustment after consulting with numerous buyers and sellers who continue to express their strong desire to see a significant number of yearlings before a break.

To recap, the final 2021 September Sale schedule will be:

Week 1: Monday, Sept. 13 through Thursday, Sept. 16 – 4 sessions
– Book 1 begins at 1 p.m. | Alphabetical by dam
– Book 2 begins at 11 a.m. | Beginning consignor regular rotation

Dark Day: Friday, Sept. 17

Week 2: Saturday, Sept. 18 through Saturday, Sept. 25 – 8 sessions beginning at 10 a.m. daily

We are keenly aware that the goal is to create a consistent format year to year. We are committed to meeting that goal, and to ensuring a stable marketplace for buyers and sellers alike.

We look forward to hosting you here at Keeneland for the world's preeminent yearling sale and to sharing with you all that Lexington has to offer.

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