Every summer at Saratoga Race Course builds to the crescendo of the Travers Stakes, and this year is no different.
The 2026 Travers, the 157th edition of Saratoga's signature race, will be held on Aug. 29 and is expected to draw a field headlined by Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winner Golden Tempo, as well Derby runner-up and recent Jim Dandy winner Renegade.
The potential field for the race will evolve in the weeks heading up to race time, but here's a look at the horses most likely to target a start in the Midsummer Derby:
When:
Saturday, Aug. 29

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