Headlines: May 1
– Scrappy T wins the Withers at Aqueduct, and could be headed to the Preakness. The first three favorites in the race, B.B. Best, Survivalist, and Proud Accolade, all finished off the board. (TT)
– The newly-renovated Churchill Downs opened to throngs on Saturday. More than 15,000 fans turned out, wagering more than $1.7 million on opening day races. (CJ)
– More on Belmont’s first 100 years (includes slideshow). (NYT)
– What will likely be a record number of foals are being born in Pennsylvania this year, as breeders anticipate bigger purses and bonuses for state-breds in coming years. (Call)
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