Breeders’ Cup prep season is building momentum, and this upcoming weekend is highlighted by a “Win and You’re In” qualifier at Del Mar as well as an important race for 3-year-olds at Saratoga that serves as a prep for the Travers Stakes in late August.
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Where to Watch/Listen: 2023 Haskell Stakes and Del Mar Opens
The horse racing calendar in North America is now in full midsummer swing, with Saratoga opening last week and the other premier meet of the season, Del Mar, set to launch on Friday, July 21.
Beginner’s Guide to the 2023 Del Mar Meet
For horse racing fans, the true indicator of summer is when Del Mar Thoroughbred Club opens its doors for its famed meet. The iconic San Diego-area track is an incredible place to visit whether you’re a lifelong fan of racing or if this will be your first trip to the track. If you fall into the latter category — or if you’re planning your first trip to Del Mar this summer — scroll down for everything you need to know about this year’s summer season.
Where to Watch/Listen: Saratoga Opening Week 2023
One of the most anticipated weekends in the annual horse racing schedule is upon us, as Saratoga Race Course in upstate New York begins its meet Thursday, July 13. The 40-day meet stands alone in the minds of many fans and horseplayers, providing high-quality racing in a historic setting that generates an incredible amount of enthusiasm from mid-July to Labor Day weekend.
