While many consider the United States East Coast as the birthplace of horse racing in North America, the Alameda County Fair Grounds, on the shores of the San Francisco Bay, is home to the oldest one-mile racetrack in the States. The State of California is also home to Santa Anita Park, which is the oldest consecutive running racetrack in Southern California. [+]
Recognized as one of the most beautiful racecourses in the world, Santa Anita is home to the Santa Anita Handicap that has been run every year season since 1945. ”The Big ‘Cap” as it is affectionately known, was first introduced in 1935 and has been won by the likes of legendary Champions like Seabiscuit and John Henry, who one it twice.
Plan on making a trip to sunny California in early March to enjoy the running of the historic “Hundred-Grander”. If you can’t be trackside in person, you can still enjoy the exciting action LIVE from where ever you are. Simply open an online racebook wagering account at one of our top recommended online horse betting websites.
Race fans in California can stop by one of the States over 30 exciting off track betting outlets. Once inside, enjoy the races over great food and drinks, in a trackside atmosphere, with friends and family.
