Saratoga Springs, N.Y., has long been a summer playground for sports fans: the upstate New York town is home to Saratoga Race Course, one of the most storied racetracks in the world, and it’s been mecca for horse racing fans for hundreds of years. If you’re planning a trip to the Spa this summer (and don’t worry, we’ll explain why it’s called the Spa!) you’re in the right place for a quick guide on everything the town and track have to offer.
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Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage July 6-9
The upcoming weekend in horse racing is highlighted by the final cards of Belmont Park’s successful spring-summer meet, which wraps up Sunday, July 9. Racing in New York will then move upstate starting on July 13 for nearly two months of action at historic Saratoga Race Course, in many people’s opinion the best race meet in North America.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage June 29-July 4
An extended holiday weekend running from Saturday, July 1, through Independence Day on Tuesday is right around the corner, and racing action is highlighted by the first domestic “Win and You’re In” Challenge Series race for the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage June 20-25
Horse racing coverage on TV, streaming services, and radio expands to an international setting this week, as the main focus of fans and horseplayers in several countries will be directed at the prestigious Royal Ascot meet in England.
