Presque Isle Downs is on track for inaugural meet beginning September 1
Brand-new facility near Erie, Pa., which began its slots operation in February, returns racing to the northwestern part of the state.
Story by Michele MacDonald. Page 16

Rags to Riches turned the tide of history in the Belmont Stakes
Defeating Preakness winner Curlin, she became the first filly to win the Belmont Stakes since 1905, while also ending trainer Todd Pletcher’s Triple Crown drought.
Story by Sean Clancy. Page 20

Figures rise at Fasig-Tipton Midlantic’s June 2-year-olds in training sale
Gross is up 24.3 percent and average increases 38.6 percent as 61 horses sell for $879,800 (average $14,423).
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Eddie and Linda Gaudet: Humor spikes daily routine of longtime Maryland owner/trainers. Story by Vinnie Perrone. Page 42