Belmont Park renovation and reopening

Overview

Belmont Park is scheduled to reopen for its first live racing season since spring 2023 following a three-year, multi-million dollar renovation project. The development, supported by $455 million from New York State and $100 million from the New York Racing Association (NYRA), includes a modernized four-course layout featuring a signature 1.5-mile dirt track, two turf courses, and a new one-mile Tapeta all-weather inner track.

In addition to track improvements, NYRA upgraded backstretch facilities to enhance the quality of life for on-site workers, including new barns, dormitories, a gymnasium, and enhanced security systems.

The reopening program is headlined by the $1 million, Grade 1 Jockey Club Gold Cup, which serves as a Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” race for the Breeders’ Cup Classic.

Entities

Belmont Park · Parx Racing · Glen Kozak · Jockey Club Gold Cup · Pennsylvania Derby

Timeline

1 day ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Belmont Park reopens with Grade 1 Jockey Club Gold Cup
The new Belmont Park reopens this Friday, headlined by the $1 million Grade 1 Jockey Club Gold Cup. Major racing also continues at Parx with the Pennsylvania Derby and Cotillion Stakes.
4 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Belmont Park reopens following major renovations
Belmont Park reopens on Sept. 18 following a multi-year, $555 million renovation featuring a new four-course layout and upgraded housing and facilities for backstretch workers.

Sources

abc7ny.com · followhorseracing.com · meridiano.com.ve · newsday.com · racingdudes.com · time.news