It took 17 long years of waiting, but the moment was everything Jack Knowlton expected. Maybe it was even better. As Knowlton held a box with a trophy in reward for Tiz the Law’s decisive victory in the $1 million Runhappy Travers Stakes, the founder and operational manager of the group that owns the son of Constitution, had a smile that even a facial mask could not hide.
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The Saratoga Special for Aug. 8: A New Day
Excited for Travers Day 2020? Don’t miss Issue #8 of the digital edition Saratoga Special, sponsored by Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners! We preview the Travers Day card, including Tiz The Law's run at history for Sackatoga Stable, Barclay Tagg and Manny Franco, plus the Ballerina, Test, Waya, and Troy. Tune in for another check-in with two-time Travers winning trainer Todd Pletcher for the Fasig-Tipton Stable Tour. We also reminisce about Travers of the past, and recap Jackie's Warrior's big win in Friday's Saratoga Special.
Bud Delp: ‘Super-Horse Trainer’
His best horse may have been gray, but for the most part there was no gray area when it came to people’s feelings about trainer Grover Greer “Bud” Delp. The Maryland native was outspoken, irreverent, and controversial. He had a personality that divided people into two separate camps: those who loved him and those who had no use for him. The common ground, though, was respect for his ability as a trainer.
Breeders’ Cup Fantastic Finishes: Instant Classic from Day One
There was excitement and uncertainty entering the inaugural Breeders’ Cup in 1984, but the initial championship had exceeded the hype even before it came to an unforgettable conclusion when three tenacious racehorses rumbled toward the Breeders’ Cup Classic finish line unwilling to give an inch.
