The first weekend of August hosts two important races that are part of the Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” Challenge Series. At Saratoga, the 97th running of the Whitney Stakes will go on Saturday, Aug. 3, and is a qualifier for the Nov.
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Buy or Sell on the Road to the Breeders’ Cup: Sprint Sensation The Chosen Vron
The fields for the 14 races that comprise the Breeders’ Cup World Championships really begin to come into focus in summer and fall. This regular feature will offer a snapshot profile of one of the previous weekend’s standout stars, usually a Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” Challenge Series winner, and exploring their chances to win a targeted race Nov. 1-2 at Del Mar.
Key Takeaways You Need to Know from Jim Dandy Stakes and Other Big Weekend Races
Tom Pedulla offers takeaways from the $500,000 Grade 2 Jim Dandy Stakes Presented by Mohegan Sun and the $350,000, Grade 1 Alfred G.
The Chosen Vron Repeats in Bing Crosby Stakes, Earns Breeders’ Cup Sprint Berth
Fabled California-bred gelding The Chosen Vron dominated the $400,000 Bing Crosby Stakes July 27, posting an easy victory as he won the key Southern California sprint at Del Mar for the second year in a row.
