Suffolk Downs
Racing information plus notable races at Suffolk Downs
Racing information plus notable races at Suffolk Downs
Founded in 1935 after pari-mutuel wagering was legalized in Massachusetts, Suffolk Downs has been a significant spot in Boston's rich horseracing heritage for over 75 years.
In its first year of operations, year, the track began what lately become a great horseracing tradition, the Massachusetts Handicap.
Featuring a substantial purse, the MassCap immediately attracted some of racing's biggest names. Famous horses that have raced at this track include Seabiscuit, Whirlaway and Cigar.
Notable Races on Suffolk Downs:
GIII Races
Massachusetts Handicap
James B. Moseley Sprint Handicap
Drumtop Stakes
Robert M. O'Malley Memorial
Isadorable Stakes
My Fair Lady Stakes
Old Ironsides Stakes
Waquoit Stakes