Del Mar CA– Triple Crown contender, California Chrome, has a chance to make horse racing history when he runs the 146th Belmont Stakes, this Saturday June 7th. You can watch the $1,500,000 Belmont Stakes “live” via satellite at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, Surfside Race Place. There will racing be all day from Belmont Park, Churchill Downs, Santa Anita, Gulfstream Park, Arlington, Woodbine, and Golden Gate Fields, plus night racing from Los Alamitos, Australia and Cal Expo.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early for the best seats. Surfside gates open at 8:00 a.m., with the first post at 8:35a.m., and the Belmont Stakes at 3:40pm. Breakfast at the Carving Stand will begin at 8:00a.m.
California Chrome hats will be for sale in the Gift Shop. To add even more excitement, fans can win $1,000,000 in the guaranteed pick six! Advanced wagering for the Belmont begins on Friday, June 6.
A Saddle Club package is available for $15, and includes admission and a program. A special menu will be available. For reservations, call (858) 755-1167, Extension 1220.
Advance Theater seats are now on sale for $5 at the gift shop. Admission is sold separately. General Admission is $5; $2.50 for Diamond Club members. Diamond Club members receive 50 percent off general admission and free parking. Membership in the Diamond Club is free; racing fans can sign up on their first visit and start saving on subsequent visits. The Diamond Club is a joint venture with the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, so those who joined during the live meet can save immediately!
About Surfside Race Place
Surfside Race Place is located on the Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., and offers off-track wagering year-round (closed during the live Del Mar race meets). Surfside features live racing from tracks across the country. Surfside’s unique features include a smoke-free environment, the luxurious Saddle Club, and patios with video monitors where Del Mar’s outstanding weather can be enjoyed. The immaculate 90,000- square-foot facility is designed to provide the ultimate satellite wagering enjoyment. For more information, visit www.surfsideraceplace.com or call 858-755-1167.