Today's changes at Spa

[Betsy]

Originally Posted by Nostradamus

It is the best track for horseman. The 12F track and the turf are the best surfaces in the world. Ask any trainer and they will tell you they love Belmont.

They also race there more than 6 weeks a year. The best racing day (except BC) of the year is in the fall at belmont. FIVE GRADE 1's on the card on one day.

I hate crowds too. So belmont is perfect for me.

I love Belmont, too. If they raced at Saratoga more than two months of the year, believe me, there would be plenty of mediocre racing.

As much as I'd love to spend a day at Saratoga, that's really in my fantasies. In reality, it would probably disappoint me since I don't like huge crowds (plus, I've heard that it's almost impossible to find a place to sit). A day at Belmont is like a day at the ballpark - heavenly. I haven't gone in awhile, though. I'm going to make a point to go quite a bit during the Fall Championship meet, and definitely Gold Cup day.

Belmont is also my favorite racetrack, and I grew up around Keeneland.
Toga is very cool, but a real pain in the ass for travelers.
I would rather stay in Manhattan Better hotels, + the entertainmrent shopping and food are beyond compare. Airports are much more convenient and you can't beat the LIRR deal.

Keeneland still offers the best racing and a mellow atmosphere, with great food considering.

Outside of Belmont,Keeneland,CD and Royal Ascot, I don't care if I never see another racetracck.

JMO