The $1 million, Grade 1 NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes Saturday at Monmouth Park drew a field of eight vying for an automatic berth in the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic this fall.
One of the most important races in the 3-year-old division is coming up at Monmouth Park, which will host the 58th running of the NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes on Saturday, July 19.
For horse racing fans, one true indicator of summer is when Del Mar Thoroughbred Club opens its doors for its famed meet. The iconic San Diego-area track is an incredible place to visit whether you’re a lifelong fan of racing or if this will be your first trip to the track.
If you fall into the latter category — or if you’re planning your first trip to Del Mar this summer — scroll down for everything you need to know about this year’s summer season.
The $1 million NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes July 19 is the marquee race at Monmouth Park and drew a strong cast of runners expected to compete in the 1 1/8-mile Grade 1 stakes for 3-year-olds.
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 Challenge Series winner, and assess their chances to win Oct. 31-Nov. 1 at Del Mar.
