SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) successfully concluded its 2020 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course without interruption and with all-sources handle topping $700 million for the second consecutive year. Highlighted by Tiz the Law’s…
Saratoga Race Course face mask campaign raises $20,000 for Saratoga Springs-based non-profit organizations
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today presented a $20,000 donation to several non-profit organizations as a result of a joint initiative with the City of Saratoga Springs to raise funds for the community through…
Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST) receives 30 dozen, specially designed Runhappy donuts in advance of Runhappy Travers
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – In celebration of the 151st running of the Runhappy Travers at Saratoga Race Course, the New York Racing Association, Inc. presented the Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST) with more than 350 “Runhappy donuts” and 750 Dunkin’…
NYRA to host Virtual Dog Adoption Series during 2020 meet at Saratoga Race Course
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) will help connect four-legged friends with their forever homes by hosting a Virtual Dog Adoption Series during the 2020 meet at Saratoga Race Course, which runs through Labor Day, Monday,…
All-sources handle for Opening Weekend at Saratoga increases by more than nine percent over 2019
Opening Weekend wagering on Saratoga nearly doubles Closing Weekend of Belmont spring/summer meet SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced that all-sources handle for Opening Weekend of the 2020 Saratoga summer meet totaled $80,325,660, a 9.4 percent…
104.5 The Team ESPN Radio to broadcast races live from Saratoga Race Course
Live racing coverage, presented by NYRA Bets, to be aired on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during 2020 summer meet SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – ESPN 104.5 The Team, the Capital Region’s radio home for sports, will feature live, full card coverage of…
Saratoga Race Course face mask charitable initiative expands to benefit two additional local non-profit organizations
Limited edition set of Saratoga-branded face masks available now for pre-order SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) and the City of Saratoga Springs will add two local non-profit organizations to the list of beneficiaries of…
Limited number of thoroughbred owners to be permitted onsite during 2020 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – Following updated guidance issued by the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) on Wednesday afternoon, the New York Racing Association (NYRA) today announced that beginning on Friday, July 17, a limited number of licensed owners will be…
NYRA announces stakes schedule for summer meet at Saratoga Race Course
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The 2020 summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course will feature 71 stakes worth $14.45 million, encompassing 39 graded stakes and 18 Grade 1s from Thursday, July 16 through Monday, September 7. “We’re thrilled to be…
NYRA and City of Saratoga Springs launch Saratoga face mask campaign to benefit Franklin Community Center and Shelters of Saratoga
Limited-edition, Saratoga-branded face masks available now for pre-order ahead of summer racing season SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) and the City of Saratoga Springs today unveiled a limited edition set of Saratoga Race Course-branded…