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Did somebody say thoroughbred? Racing season in Saratoga may not begin until July, but the horses are already back on the track.

Thoroughbred Racing300 horses returned to Saratoga on Tuesday, April 15 to train for the upcoming summer meet. They can be found working out at the Oklahoma track at the Saratoga Race Course. Many more are expected to filter in over the coming weeks.

NYRA anticipates 900 horses will train in Saratoga this season.

With temperatures rising and the summer racing season to begin in just a few short months, trainers are anxious to get their thoroughbreds back on the track and in shape for the coming season.

Opening day at the Saratoga Race Course is July 23, 2008.

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