Southern California summers at the racetrack mean one thing: Del Mar. The beautiful seaside horse racing venue begins its 89th season Friday, July 17, and make no mistake, Del Mar is a bucket-list track for fans of the sport.
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Donna Brothers to Interview Cherie DeVaux at Fashionable Fillies Luncheon
The Jockey Club Safety Net Foundation Fashionable Fillies Luncheon will feature an interview by Donna Brothers with Cherie DeVaux, two iconic women in the horse racing industry. DeVaux made headlines this year as the first woman to train a Derby winner and the second to train a Belmont Stakes winner – both with Golden Tempo. Donna Brothers is a former jockey who won more than 1,100 races and is known for her on-horseback interviews during the Triple Crown and Breeders’ Cup for NBC Sports. She retired this year after 26 years.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage July 9-12
The summer Saratoga Race Course meet is in full swing after an exciting July 4 holiday weekend opener, and the upstate New York track will receive extensive coverage over the coming week via NYRA’s “Saratoga Live” on FOX Sports, as a four-day run of shows begins Thursday, July 9, and ends Sunday, July 11.
Six Breakfast Spots to Try in Saratoga Springs
If you find yourself in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., for the summer meet that runs from July 3 to Sept. 7, you’re in for a treat with its diverse and delicious restaurant options — including breakfast spots! Whether you’re craving a quick coffee and bagel or a leisurely sit-down breakfast, Saratoga Springs has something to offer everyone. Here are our top six spots to kick-start your day.