The horse racing showdown is the most celebrated sports betting event all year round. A lot of bettors are looking forward to many major and minor horse racing shows to make sure they can take part in betting. Aside from that, each colt joining racing shows are looking forward not only to earn big amount of money but to be able to earn titles so they can have a good racing form to show to the public.
That said, another horse racing which is highly anticipated by the horse racing community right now is the Haskell Invitational. It is held every end of July in Monmouth Park, New Jersey. It is a racing showdown for all colts aging three-year-old and above. Actual[ly, the Monmouth Park is composed of four major horse racing showdown and Haskell Invitational is the most popular.
The reason why this racing show in the most popular because of the $1million purse at stake. Aside from that, this racing also attracts most of the Triple Crown entries and Breeder’s Cup candidates. In fact, Maximum Security is one of those colts who is rumored to take part in the upcoming Haskell Invitational.
Hence, as a better is important that you have to find yourself preparing for this upcoming horse racing tournament. But before you go ahead and find yourself in the dirt track of Monmouth Park, let’s take a look at the things below that you must know before you pack your bags and witness this year’s Haskell Invitational.
It Is Attended By Horse Racing Superstars
Like any other horse racing tournaments, the Haskell Invitational will feature racing superstars. Earlier this year, it is said that Justify, a Triple Crown hero will join the Haskell; however, he has withdrawn his entry and will no longer join the said event.
Though he will not join anymore, the 2019 Haskell Invitational will still be attended by other racing superstars like Bravazo, Flame away, Lone Sailor, and Good Magic. They are the biggest hopefuls for Haskell to get that $1million purse at stake.
Take The Train To The Track
In big events such as Haskell Invitational, parking might be a problem because there are lots of people who will attend the said show. So, if you want to get away with this hassle, it is best that you take advantage of riding the train called New Jersey transit since it’s the only way that takes you directly to the track without a hitch.
Experience Jersey’s Beaches
While Monmouth Park is the main name of the racetrack of New Jersey, it has a nickname called Shore’s Greatest Stretch. This nickname is given because the track is literally nestled to the shoreline. In fact, Long Branch Beach is the most famous shoreline you can see and experience in Monmouth Park and it’s best that you take some time in visiting this as you go along and take part in the exciting horse racing showdown.
Hat Giveaway On Haskell Day
Every horse racing event has its own unique tradition to follow. For Haskell Invitational, you will get a free baseball cap during the event until supply lasts. So, even if you are a cap fan or not, try to get some of this freebie so you will have a remembrance for this year’s Haskell event.
The Haskell Weekend Is Full Of Celebration
Although the Haskell Invitational takes place on Sunday, July 29, the weekend is full of events that you can enjoy. On Saturday, July 28m 2019, you can head on to Monmouth Park to witness the ladies day where a lot of fashion shows and contests are held. There are also prizes to be given away so you can make the most of your Haskell experience.
Bet For All Games At Monmouth Park
The horse racing showdown is one of the grandest sports events you can bet in Haskell. Although this is something that all bettors can look forward to, there are also other sports betting which is held in Monmouth Park arranged by every sportsbook. You can also try betting for these games so you’ll truly experience what Monmouth Park has to fully offer.
There Are Plenty Of Outstanding Foods And Drinks
One thing that will really convince you to head on to Haskell Invitational is New Jersey’s most celebrated food. Wherever we go, it is innate for us that we try the different local foods that each city we visit along with the other drinks to make sure that we feel what their culture has to offer. So if you find yourself in Haskell, make sure to taste their best dishes so you can fully experience the beauty of New Jersey.
Haskell Winner Will Go Directly To Breeder’s Cup Classic
Like other horse race prep races, the Haskell Invitational is a challenge for all horse racing enthusiasts. Once an entry won the said racing event, he will earn a spot in the Breeder’s Cup Classic which is a bigger prep race to the biggest horse racing event in the United States like the Triple Crown Series.
