“A New Level of Racing” is Oaklawn Park’s theme for the 2020 meet, and the track opens Friday amid ample evidence of its dedication to reaching new heights.
The largest change, literally, is under construction on the clubhouse turn: a $100-million expansion that includes a seven-story, 200-room hotel, event center, spa, and restaurants. Oaklawn broke ground on the complex at the conclusion of the 2019 season, and it is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2020.