What are the Saratoga Derby?
The Saratoga Derby is a premier horse racing event held at Saratoga Race Course. It is part of the New York Racing Association's Turf Triple series for 3-year-old turf horses. The race attracts top contenders and offers substantial prize money, making it a significant event in the horse racing calendar.
When is the Saratoga Derby in 2024?
The Saratoga Derby is scheduled to take place on August 4, 2024. This date is part of the summer racing season at Saratoga Race Course, which is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and competitive races.
Saratoga Derby Winners
Notable winners of the Saratoga Derby include horses like Domestic Spending, who won in 2020, and A Thread of Blue, the inaugural winner in 2019. These winners have often gone on to have successful racing careers, underscoring the race's importance as a proving ground for young talent.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| 2023 | Program Trading (GB) | Flavien Prat | Chad C. Brown | Klaravich Stables | 1:56.63 |
| 2022 | Nations Pride (IRE) | William Buick | Charlie Appleby | Godolphin | 1:54.72 |
| 2021 | State Of Rest (IRE) | John R. Velazquez | Joseph Patrick O'Brien | Teme Valley | 1:53.35 |
| 2020 | Domestic Spending (GB) | Irad Ortiz Jr. | Chad C. Brown | Klaravich Stables | 1:52.52 |
The Saratoga Derby stands out due to its place in the Turf Triple series and its setting at the historic Saratoga Race Course. Compared to other major races, it offers a unique challenge on turf for 3-year-olds, making it a key fixture in the racing and online horse betting calendar.
The Turf Triple series is a three-race series for 3-year-old turf horses, consisting of the Belmont Derby, Saratoga Derby, and Jockey Club Gold Cup. Modeled after the traditional Triple Crown, this series aims to elevate the profile of turf racing in the United States and provide a challenging competition for emerging turf stars.
