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Travers’ field might be stronger than Derby’s

It is Saratoga’s turn to offer a great array of graded stakes Saturday, headed by the $1 million Travers for 3-year-olds. Rachel Alexandra won’t be in it, but an argument can be made that the seven-horse Travers’ field is stronger than the Kentucky Derby’s.

Fans would relish Rachel Alexandra-Zenyatta match

It sounds awfully familiar, the news that the New York Racing Association is trying to arrange a rich stakes race at Belmont Park this fall using a corporate sponsor to boost the purse and featuring the two best horses in training.

Horseplayers’ loyalty staunch

If you’ve ever wondered what it is about horse racing that keeps us coming back for more, just look to the Iraqi people. A fascinating Los Angeles Times story on the Baghdad Equestrian Club depicts how horse racing in Iraq has rebounded from near extinction and is thriving.

Arlington Million puts classy track at center stage

The Arlington Million has not lost its shine as one of the prime stakes races. The racing festival built around the Million helps puts the spotlight on Arlington Park, one of the most fan-friendly, best-run racetracks in the country.