Another year’s gone by, and the transformation of Kentucky Downs from a quaint countryside turf-only track straddling the Kentucky-Tennessee state line into a regional gaming mecca is complete. This time 12 months ago, a state-of-the-art Vegas-style sports book had just opened, along with a brand-new, plush simulcasting area in the Mint Gaming Hall main building.
2026 Pat O’Brien Stakes at a Glance
West Coast sprinters will flash their speed once again Saturday when a field of 10 will face off in the Pat O’Brien Stakes at Del Mar.
Horse Racing Explained: How Are Jockeys Assigned to Ride Horses?
If you’re new to horse racing, you’ll notice very soon that horses will be assigned different jockeys to ride them often during their careers on the track. Rarely will a horse have the same jockey in the saddle from their first start through their last. The upcoming Travers Stakes held Saturday, Aug.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage Aug. 26-30
The end of August is traditionally one of the most active times of the year in North American Thoroughbred racing as the historic DraftKings Travers Stakes at Saratoga Race Course more often than not is held on the month’s final Saturday. That’s the case this year on Aug.
