For a handful of months each year, the Albuquerque Downs offers up great horse racing action in New Mexico, just off the San Pedro freeway. If you plan to visit the racetrack, we recommend that you park near gate 3 for easiest access and departure from the track.
The best views can be seen from the Jockey Club, which also offers full food and beverage service. Should you desire a little more action, the racetrack offers a casino with nice jackpots.
Horse wagering days each year: 52
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Let’s face it, unless you live under a rock, you know who these two horses are. Their names have been mentioned so much in the news since last year. Rachel Alexandra won horse of the year honors in 2009, but many felt Zenyatta should have won. And the racing in 2010 is starting to add [...]
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Here’s the video of Zenyatta’s stunning win at the 2009 Breeders’ Cup Classic Championship in case you missed it. Talk about amazing. She was dead last for most of the race and then she just exploded to take over the field and sneak out a win.
Zenyatta remains undefeated and this is perhaps on the best races you’ll see all year. Enjoy this horse racing video.
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