Justify looking to make history at the Belmont Stakes on Saturday June 9

Watch and wager on the third and final jewel of the Triple Crown which will be simulcast at Tioga

Nichols, N.Y. – June 4, 2018 – Harness racing fans who won’t want to miss the Justify’s pursuit of the Triple Crown will have to travel no further than Tioga Downs to watch the 150^th running of the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, June 9. Live racing at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York begins at 11:35 a.m., and the Belmont Stakes post time is set for 6:46 p.m.

With wins at the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes, the Bob Baffert-trained Justify, can become only the second horse since 1978 to win the Triple Crown with a win at the Belmont Stakes on Saturday.

Wagering on the Belmont Stakes will be open all day.  There will be reserved seating in simulcast for a $15 entry fee which includes two hotdogs, a soda and a bag of chips.  Live local racing at Tioga Downs will begin with the first post time of 6:15 p.m. Guests will also have a chance to participate in season-long promotions as is customary during race weekends.

About Tioga Downs

Last year marked the tenth anniversary celebration for Tioga Downs. The entertainment complex offers live harness racing, casino gaming, live entertainment, restaurants, golf, hotel, pools, a world-class spa and much more!  Jeff Gural owns Tioga Downs in Nichols, New York as well as Vernon Downs in Vernon, New York. Since opening the casino in December 2016, Tioga Downs has expanded its gaming offerings to include 944 slot machines, 23 table games and a luxurious 12-table poker room, which is affiliated with the World Series of Poker. Tioga Downs and Vernon Downs have created more than 1,000 family-sustaining jobs and donated millions to nonprofit organizations. For more information on Tioga Downs and to plan your next stay, please visit www.tiogadowns.com.