FanDuel’s Meet-Long Del Mar Coverage Includes Return of Joe Talamo

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FanDuel TV will provide on-site coverage of the entire Del Mar meet, which begins Friday. Opening weekend coverage will feature jockey Joe Talamo's return to the oceanside oval–this time from behind the broadcast desk. Talamo won 364 races at Del Mar and enjoyed a banner season in 2012 when his 12 stakes wins tied him for third all-time for a single summer season. He also won three consecutive editions of the GII Del Mar Mile from 2011-2013.

“Del Mar has always been a special place for me as a rider and now working for FanDuel,” said Talamo. “It's our marquee summer race meet that everyone looks forward to and the vibe there is truly something I wish every horse racing fan could get to experience. Even though I won't be riding there this meet, I'm beyond excited to be there with FanDuel and get to see all the owners, trainers, jockeys, and fans that I've been around for most of my 18-year career.”

Opening day Friday will also mark a transition in the announcer's booth as Larry Collmus, another member of the FanDuel TV broadcast team, takes over from longtime announcer Trevor Denman, who retired earlier this year. FanDuel TV will offer fans a special feature reflecting on Denman's career and looking ahead to the new voice of Del Mar.

FanDuel TV's other experts on-site at Del Mar for opening weekend include Todd Schrupp, Scott Hazelton, Christina Blacker, Matt Bernier, and Simon Bray who will provide exclusive interviews, insights and handicapping selections.

“We are looking forward to another summer where the surf meets the turf,” said FanDuel TV's General Manager of Racing Andrew Moore. “This is one of the most prestigious and anticipated meets of the year and we are looking forward to bringing fans and horseplayers close to the action with full coverage every day.”

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