Churchill Downs in Louisville Kentucky
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Churchill Downs unveils September Stakes schedule for 2025. Three weekends with stakes purses worth $3,575,000.

Churchill Downs has unveiled an exciting September Stakes schedule for 2025, introducing a vibrant lineup of races and events that will energize the Louisville racing scene. The September Meet runs from Thursday, September 11, through Sunday, September 28, spanning three weekends and offering total stakes purses worth $3,575,000. Each race will help set the tone for the fall racing season, with significant Road to the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks points on offer.
Aerial view of Del Mar Racetrack horse race track
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Del Mar Racetrack – news and races for August 7, 2025 [Handicapper level $$$]

Thursday's race day at Del Mar offers a full card of competitive events, highlighted by starter allowance and claiming contests for three-year-olds and upward. Trainers and jockeys will need to factor in prevailing weather and track conditions to optimize race strategies. Below are detailed previews of select races, including analysis, horse, trainer, and jockey notes based on official entries.
Saratoga Race Course entrance
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Saratoga Race Course – news and races for August 7, 2025 [Starter level $]

Live thoroughbred racing at Saratoga Race Course on August 7, 2025, takes place under mild summer conditions, with an expected high temperature of 81°F (27°C) and light cloud cover. Track administrators report the surface as “fast” for the main dirt course and “firm” for the turf, following several dry days. Today's competitive card features multiple stakes and allowance races, promising action from some of New York’s top stables.