Kentucky Downs' 2024 meet will stage its first Grade 1 stakes in track history, with the Franklin-Simpson for 3-year-old sprinters attaining the highest designation in American racing. The 6 1/2-furlong Franklin-Simpson is the only stakes that the American Graded Stakes Committee promoted to a Grade 1 for this coming season. In addition, the Music City […]
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