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The Fall Meet hits another gear this week, highlighted by one of the biggest days of the season. Saturday brings 12 races and the 28th Claiming Crown Championship Series—a celebration of racing’s hard-knocking stars with nine Claiming Crown races and $1.2 million in prize money.
🏇 Five Days of Live Racing — Racing Wednesday through Sunday with first post at 1 p.m.
🏆 Claiming Crown Saturday — Nine championship races showcase some of the sport’s most durable and competitive runners
🎅 Santa & Mrs. Claus — Holiday cheer comes to the Twin Spires this weekend with Santa & Mrs. Claus, holiday crafts for kids and specialty seasonal treats for the whole family
Championship racing takes over the Twin Spires Saturday. Get your tickets and experience Claiming Crown at Churchill Downs.
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