Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted 4 hours ago Journalists Posted 4 hours ago In an effort to give young fans an “inside” look at the game, Del Mar launches 'Paddock Pals'–an up-close-and-personal session in the paddock on race days. Beginning Saturday, July 19, the program will see a Del Mar staff member randomly select a youngster and their family out of the crowd and accompany them into the paddock prior to certain races throughout the summer season. There the “Pal” will be in close proximity to the Thoroughbred racehorses as they are saddled up for their impending activity, listen in on chats between owners and trainers and interact with jockeys in their colorful silks as they prepare to mount up and ride. As the horses head out to the racetrack, the “Pal” will receive a final memento prior to heading back to their seat to watch 'their' race unfold–a set of official jockey goggles. “Lots of racing fans will tell you that they first learned to love the game in their youth when they went racing with their parents, family or friends,” said Del Mar's president Josh Rubinstein. “We want kids throughout the summer to not only enjoy the general experience at Del Mar, but also have a unique encounter that they can carry forward forever.” Rubinstein credits Aron Wellman, the head of the highly successful ownership group Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, with triggering the idea. Del Mar's 31-day meet continues through Sunday, September 7. The post Del Mar Kicks Off ‘Paddock Pals’ appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article Quote
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