Saratoga Springs, N.Y., resident Tom Durkin is widely viewed as one of the finest race callers of all time. His excellence was recognized with the Eclipse Award of Merit in 2015, one year after he retired. The Chicago native got his start in 1971 by calling the action at Wisconsin county fairs. He rose to prominence as the race caller for NBC Sports from 1984 through 2010 and served in that capacity for the New York Racing Association from 1990 until 2014.
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National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame: Celebrating 75 Years of History
Across Union Avenue from Saratoga Race Course, itself a piece of racing history dating to 1863, sits a brick building, a mixture of modern and classic lines, its exterior dotted with odes to the greatness inside. A walk through its hallowed halls yields a journey through centuries of a sport, as everything from the legendary Lexington’s horseshoe to an assortment of Triple Crown trophies greets visitors along the way.
Where to Watch/Listen: Belmont Stakes Week 2025
The final jewel of North American horse racing’s Triple Crown is set for Saturday, June 7, and for the second straight year the Belmont Stakes Presented by NYRA Bets will be held at Saratoga Race Course while Belmont Park continues to undergo a complete reconstruction.
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 10 to Sept. 1, 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.
