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Ron Turcotte: Secretariat’s Hall of Fame Rider

There should be no mention of the mighty Triple Crown champion Secretariat without pointing to jockey Ron Turcotte as an integral member of a dynamite team.

It might appear from watching replays of the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes in 1973 as if Turcotte was merely a passenger taken for a wonderful ride by the gleaming colt they called “Big Red.” But Penny Chenery, Secretariat’s owner, knew better.

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Is Sovereignty the Best 3-Year-Old Male Since American Pharoah?

The short answer is no ... but he could be.

Of course, that partly depends upon your definition of best. In terms of sheer brilliance, it would be difficult for Sovereignty to surpass Arrogate. He’s not that type of racehorse, but his 3-year-old season has a very good chance to be better overall if he can defeat older males at least once. Some, myself included, might consider his season to be better right now.

Saratoga Stories: A Dinner Party to Remember

The story of the sport of horse racing lies in its places: sprawling expanses of bluegrass nourishing generations, stunning mountain vistas watching over their battles, and timeless towns centered around these equine athletes. Summer brings America to one of those timeless towns, Saratoga Springs, N.Y., where the best that the sport has to offer congregate for new editions of long-running fixture races.

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Great Hops and Fast Horses: Seven Bars and Breweries to Visit in Saratoga Springs

There’s so much to explore in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., if you’re planning to visit for the summer meet that runs from July 10 to Sept. 1. Well before you get to the track, you have to check out what Saratoga has to offer when it comes to food and drink. This article is for my fellow beer drinkers.

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Six Breakfast Spots to Try in Saratoga Springs

If you find yourself in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., for the summer meet that runs from July 10 to Sept. 1, you’re in for a treat with its diverse and delicious restaurant options — including breakfast spots! Whether you’re craving a quick coffee and bagel or a leisurely sit-down breakfast, Saratoga Springs has something to offer everyone.

Here are our top six spots to kick-start your day.

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