Last Saratoga Race Runs Incorrect Distance, NYRA Reviews Impact
Last Saratoga Race Runs Incorrect Distance, NYRA Reviews Impact

Last Saratoga Race Runs Incorrect Distance, NYRA Reviews Impact

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The final race on August 9 at Saratoga Race Course was run at 1 1/16 miles instead of the scheduled 1 1/8 miles due to an incorrect starting gate placement, a human error confirmed by the New York Racing Association (NYRA). Despite the error, the race was declared official, affecting approximately $4 million in wagers, with no refunds for bettors holding losing tickets. The horse Fidelightcayut, ridden by Ricardo Santana Jr., won the race, which was shorter than intended, leading to confusion in posted times and official records. NYRA and the Stewards have apologized to the public and participants, and NYRA is reviewing the incident while implementing measures to verify gate placement before races to prevent future mistakes. This incident follows a similar distance error at Saratoga seven years prior, highlighting ongoing challenges with race officiating. In a related note, Variegated set a new track record for three-year-old trotting colts at the Saratoga Casino Hotel on the same day, showcasing a highlight amid the confusion.

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