August 28 marks an important point on the Thoroughbred racing calendar as owners, trainers, and jockeys continue to hone in on the Breeders’ Cup World Championships at Del Mar with November approaching.
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Travers Stakes Quick Sheet: Get to Know the 2021 Travers Horses
Now placed back on its customary late-August spot on the calendar after a pandemic-altered 2020 season, Saturday’s $1.25-million, Grade 1 Runhappy Travers Stakes at Saratoga Race Course is shaping up to be a crucial contest in determining the pecking order in the 3-year-old male division.
Getting to Know Breeders’ Cup Classic New Shooter Tripoli
The field for the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic begins to take shape in early summer after the Triple Crown races conclude. Last weekend an expenses-paid berth to the $6 million Classic was awarded to Tripoli for winning the $1,002,000 TVG Pacific Classic Stakes Aug.
Key Takeaways from Pacific Classic and Alabama Weekend
Tom Pedulla presents five takeaways from the $1 million TVG Pacific Classic on Saturday at Del Mar and other major developments this weekend:
