Saturday’s $2 million, Grade 1 Ainsworth Franklin-Simpson Stakes at Kentucky Downs takes place at the unusual distance of 6 1/2 furlongs (13/16ths of a mile) on turf. It’s longer than typical turf sprints, but considerably shorter than a mile.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage Sept. 4-7
The first full week of racing in September is highlighted by the wrap-up of Del Mar’s summer meet plus big days at both Kentucky Downs and Colonial Downs.
2025 Mint Millions Invitational Stakes at a Glance
It’s another Saturday of racing at Kentucky Downs, so say hello to huge purses and large fields.
2025 Old Dominion Derby at a Glance
Colonial Downs made a major change in its annual calendar and stakes schedule this year by moving the Virginia Derby. Previously a graded stakes race held in September for 3-year-olds on turf, the 1 1/8-mile race was switched to dirt and rescheduled to March as the anchor of a brief boutique meet.
