Belmont Park Reopens After $555 Million Renovation
Belmont Park in Saratoga, NY reopened in 2026 after a three‑year, $555 million rebuild, positioning the venue for the 2027 Stakes and future racing events.
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Saratoga Race Course Completes Longest 50‑Day Meet
Saratoga Race Course completed a 50‑day meet, the longest in its history, ending early September 2026 after a rain‑related cancellation shortened a planned 51‑day schedule.
Two Horses Euthanized After Separate Saratoga Track Incidents
Two horses were euthanized after separate incidents at Saratoga Race Course and Saratoga Harness in summer 2026, bringing the seasonal death toll to ten and highlighting safety concerns in horse racing.
Saratoga Race Course Ends Longest Season in 163-Year History
Saratoga Race Course finished its 2026 season on Labor Day after 50 days of racing, setting a record as the longest meet in its 163‑year history despite a weather‑related cancellation that trimmed one scheduled day.
Saratoga’s Longest Season Ends After Rain Forces One-Day Cancellation
Saratoga Race Course completed a record‑long 50‑day meet in summer 2026, with only a July 29 rain cancellation interrupting the schedule.
Saratoga Race Course Completes Longest Meet in History
Saratoga Race Course finished its longest-ever summer meet on September 2, 2026 after rain forced a schedule reduction, offering fans an extended racing season despite the interruption.
Saratoga Race Course Ends Longest Season in History
Saratoga Race Course finished its 2026 season after a record‑setting 50 days, the longest in its 163‑year history, despite rain cancellations, reinforcing its role as a major tourism draw for Saratoga Springs.
Saratoga Race Course Completes Longest Meet in 163-Year History
Saratoga Race Course finished a 51‑day summer meet in early September 2026, the longest in its 163‑year history, with only one rain cancellation on July 29.
NYRA Announces Discounts and Free Flannel Shirts for Fan Week
NYRA is offering discounted tickets, food specials, and a free Labor Day flannel shirt during Fan Appreciation Week at Saratoga Race Course from September 2 to 7, 2026, to celebrate the final week of the summer meet.
Thousands Celebrate Travers Day at Saratoga Race Course
Thousands gathered at Saratoga Race Course on August 29 for Travers Day, enjoying fashion, family activities, and robust betting. The event highlighted the town’s tourism strength and community spirit.
Greg Montgomery Signs Travers Poster at Impressions of Saratoga
Greg Montgomery will sign his Travers Stakes poster “Giving Thanks” at Impressions of Saratoga on August 30, 2026, providing a cultural activity for locals and visitors during the Travers Stakes celebration.
Superfan Philip Costello Marks 35 Years of Travers Picnic Tradition
Philip Costello secured a picnic table early at Saratoga Race Course on August 29, 2026, marking his 35th year of the tradition tied to the Travers Stakes, a long‑standing local custom.
Ballston Spa Grad Bryce Tuohy Wins Racing Scholarship
Bryce Tuohy, a Ballston Spa graduate, received a New York Thoroughbred Breeders scholarship in 2026 to advance his horse‑racing career near Saratoga Race Course, highlighting local support for emerging talent.
Local Graduate Bryce Tuohy Receives Horse Racing Scholarship
Bryce Tuohy, a local graduate, received a New York Thoroughbred Breeders Inc. scholarship in Ballston Spa to support his development in thoroughbred horse racing.
Greg Montgomery to Sign 2026 Travers Poster on Aug. 30
Greg Montgomery will sign the 2026 Travers Stakes poster "Giving Thanks" at Impressions of Saratoga on Sunday, Aug. 30, linking local art with the historic horse race.
Book’em Danno Returns to Saratoga for Summer Race
Three‑time New Jersey‑bred Horse of the Year Book’em Danno will race at Saratoga Race Course in August 2026, offering local fans a chance to see the champion compete during the summer racing season.
Sovereignty Captures Whitney Stakes, Boosts Horse of the Year Bid
Sovereignty won the Whitney Stakes at Saratoga on August 8, moving the horse into a strong position for Horse of the Year honors as the summer meet draws to a close.
Mark Casse Targets Consecutive Alabama Victory
Trainer Mark Casse is attempting a second consecutive win in the Alabama at Saratoga in 2026, a feat achieved by only five trainers since the race began in 1872.
Davis Siblings Shine on Saratoga Tracks
The Davis sibling jockeys from Saratoga Springs have achieved notable success on local tracks in 2026, showcasing the area's talent in horse racing.
Golden Tempo Posts Fast Four‑Furlong Breeze En Route to Travers Stakes
Golden Tempo completed a four‑furlong breeze in 47.46 seconds at Saratoga Springs on August 15, 2026, indicating strong preparation for the Travers Stakes on August 29.
