Looking ahead to the "Big A"

[dougie]

With the Spa winding down and my $5000 bankroll at $4811, I'm setting my sights on the Opening of the "Big A" which starts September 11th. With this being the final racing dates at my favorite track, I hope to be at Belmont on Opening Day when it re-opens. Having said that, my best success has always been at that "Big A" during it's Fall meet. I love NY Racing!

[JT]

With the Spa winding down and my $5000 bankroll at $4811, I'm setting my sights on the Opening of the "Big A" which starts September 11th. With this being the final racing dates at my favorite track, I hope to be at Belmont on Opening Day when it re-opens. Having said that, my best success has always been at that "Big A" during it's Fall meet. I love NY Racing!

I love the New York tbreds  as well Dougie. Unfortunately I will not be able to play opening weekend there. My wife and I will be on vacation in Cape Hatteras N.C. and it is a non betting state. It works out well though because I save my bankroll for LBJ week., where I get a vacation from my vacation.

[dougie]

I love the New York tbreds  as well Dougie. Unfortunately I will not be able to play opening weekend there. My wife and I will be on vacation in Cape Hatteras N.C. and it is a non betting state. It works out well though because I save my bankroll for LBJ week., where I get a vacation from my vacation.

It's my favorite time of year. I been a consistent winner during the fall/winter meet. I hope to get down there  a few times to have some Manhattan Clam Chowder and sit at my own table in the clubhouse. LOL! Enjoy your vacation!

[Dingus]

How did this wind up in the Political Roundtable section?

[kantseeback]

With the Spa winding down and my $5000 bankroll at $4811, I'm setting my sights on the Opening of the "Big A" which starts September 11th. With this being the final racing dates at my favorite track, I hope to be at Belmont on Opening Day when it re-opens. Having said that, my best success has always been at that "Big A" during it's Fall meet. I love NY Racing!

Dougie, are you aware this may be the last year your favorite track the big A may be racing? Belmont has been undergoing a renovation to make it a year round track due to open in 2026 at which time the big A will be closed for horse racing forever.

[dougie]

Dougie, are you aware this may be the last year your favorite track the big A may be racing? Belmont has been undergoing a renovation to make it a year round track due to open in 2026 at which time the big A will be closed for horse racing forever.

Yes I know. I have been going to the "Big A" since I was 11 years old. LOL!

[dougie]

How did this wind up in the Political Roundtable section?

My mistake Dingus!

[kantseeback]

Yes I know. I have been going to the "Big A" since I was 11 years old. LOL!

The first time I went there I was 21 or 22. That winter inner track was fairly easy to handicap. I remember going there when it was brutally cold and windy outside