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 Knicks Go for winning the $925,000 Whitney Stakes at Saratoga Race Course.
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Five Key Takeaways from Whitney Stakes Day
Tom Pedulla presents five takeaways from the $1 million, Grade 1 Whitney Stakes on Saturday at Saratoga Race Course and other major developments this weekend:
Knicks Go Dominant in Gate-to-Wire Whitney Win
While trainer Brad Cox has some important decisions to make in the coming weeks and months, Knicks Go may have answered one of them with an electrifying performance on memorable Aug. 7 afternoon at Saratoga Race Course.
Asmussen Sets North American Record With 9,446th Career Win
Trainer Steve Asmussen now solely sits atop the North American ranks for number of wins.
