Eleven Things You Should Know About Del Mar
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Racing at Del Mar begins this Friday, and for many there are few things better than a summertime visit to the historic seaside oval. Brush up on your Del Mar facts and history with the 11 tidbits below.
1. Del Mar opened in 1937, attracting 15,000 fans at its opening on July 3.
2. Hollywood icon Bing Crosby co-founded the track with actor Pat O’Brien and was there to greet patrons on opening day in 1937. The track hosts graded stakes races bearing the names of both founders.