Twitter Accounts to Follow for the Saratoga Meet

The racing season is in full swing at Saratoga Race Course and what better way to keep up with all of the happenings in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. than with a list of top Toga Twitter accounts to follow!
From jockeys to handicappers and local event venues, let this list be your guide for August: 
1. @TheNYRA - Of course, the New York Racing Association should be at the top of your “to follow” list. This is the main page all NYRA tracks, including Saratoga. For up to date results and photos, this is your best bet.

2. @SaratogaTrack - The Saratoga Race Course page is constantly being updated with racing news and upcoming events that take place at the track during the racing season.

3. @ABRLive - We hope you are following America’s Best Racing! We are always working hard to keep you in the loop with the best races, horses, and jockeys, not to mention, fashion!

4. @SaratogaGoose - The Spa infield goose is a staple on my Twitter feed. Always in the know, the Goose provides informational, yet humorous, tweets about the happenings at the track as well as around Saratoga Springs.
 
5. @DRFLivingston - Daily Racing Form photographer Barbara Livingston captures the most breathtaking photos of horses at the Spa. Give her a follow and see for yourself!

6. @SaratogianNews - The Saratogian newspaper will keep you in the loop with the local news, as well as news at the track. The Saratogian has a staff of handicappers, so make sure you pick up the local paper along with your Racing Form!

7. @AndySerling - If you've ever been to the paddock at Saratoga, you’ll recognize Andy Serling, who’s the co-host of NYRA Live and part of the Fox Sports 1 horse racing team. Give him a follow and benefit from his knowledge of horses.

8. @AtThePostLive - “Serling on Saratoga” is a weekly radio show that airs on ESPN radio channel 104.5 FM and is recorded live at the infamous Saratoga restaurant, The Parting Glass. Andy Serling has weekly guests and it’s a great opportunity to call in or attend live and ask questions!

9. @joeclancy65 – The Saratoga Special is part of the fabric of racing at Saratoga Race Course. The Special was the inspiration of Joe Clancy and his brother, Sean (@SaratogaSpecial), and is a must-read every morning. If you want the inside scoop from the guys with the inside scoop, the brothers Clancy are a “must follow.”

10. @SaratogaNow - Saratoga Springs, NY is your go-to Twitter page for all things Saratoga Springs!

11. @ljlmvel - Who doesn't want to follow Hall of Fame jockey Johnny Velazquez?

12. @jjcjockey - Be sure to follow the Twitter account of Javier Castellano, the 2013 Eclipse Award winner as outstanding jockey.

13. @RosieNapravnik - Jockey Rosie Napravnik has a super-active Twitter presence. Give her a shout – she’s been known to retweet her fans!

14. @JulienLeparoux - Julien Leparoux always rides great at the Spa. Make sure he’s on your Twitter list so you can congratulate him after he crosses the finish line first.
 
16. @Tiny_TayB - With a win at Saratoga under her belt, up-and-coming apprentice jockey Taylor Rice is one to watch. Give her a follow to show your support!

17. @jose93_ortiz - Give a follow to jockey Jose Ortiz, younger brother of Irad Ortiz Jr., who will be riding regularly at Saratoga this summer.

18. @ZayatStables - Zayat Stables has a number of its horses stabled at Saratoga this summer. Make sure you follow this page for photos and updates from the barn!

19. @GrahamMotion - Trainer Graham Motion has quite the active Twitter presence, so don’t hesitate to send him a Tweet or give him a follow!

20. @ClementStable - Clement Stable has quite the social Twitter account. Besides sharing information about their horses, it also shares about social events and news within the horse racing world.

21. @ThePinkSheet - The Pink Sheet is a staple in the city of Saratoga. Sold all over town, including outside of the track, it provides all the top headlines of racing news from Saratoga and beyond. It also is a handy tip sheet.

22. @BrooklynCowboy1 - You may remember Kevin Cox’s handicapping skills from Esquire Network’s reality show “Horseplayers”. For the best Saratoga bets, stop by Cox’s account.

23. @AndrewChampagne - Andrew Champagne knows Saratoga well … very well. If you’re looking for some handicapping assistance with putting together a Pick 4, Champagne is your guy.

24. @ABRVTour - Our Brand Ambassadors Victoria Garafolo (@itsmevictoriag) and Dan Tordjman (@danonymousMan) are stationed in Saratoga in August promoting the sport of horse racing and keeping you in the loop! With Victoria’s long history of attending races in Saratoga during the summer and Dan’s great handicapping advice - they are the Spa power team. Follow our Twitter page for contests, giveaways, and photos from great afternoons at the races!

25. @Ciaratoga - As a former resident of Saratoga Springs for more than 10 years, I know a thing or two about Saratoga’s health, history, and, most importantly, horses! If you ever have a question about where to go or what to do while in Saratoga, just send me a Tweet.

26. @MagicofSPAC - A trip to Saratoga is not complete without attending an event at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Whether it’s a Phish concert or the Ballet, there is something for everyone! Check their page for upcoming events.

27. @BreedersCup - Last but certainly not least, be sure to follow the Twitter page for the Breeders' Cup World Championships. For the connections of many of the horses on the grounds at Saratoga, the main goal for the Saratoga meet is to prove you belong with the best of your division and in the championship event this fall.

These are just a few of many twitter accounts to follow. Who do you like to follow? Share in the comments below!