Entertaining Scenes to Cherish
Off Race Track Road in Tampa, you will find a huge horse track and sports betting complex at the Tampa Bay Downs. This wonderful venue is fun for all to enjoy, even for those who do not gamble. The horses are so neat to see close up. Once the jockeys saddle up, the horses parade around the track with their unique colors. Then the track announcer sets up the race perfectly, as the horses move into the starting gate. "And they are off" pounding so dramatically these thoroughbreds race to the wire!
Tampa Downs
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This horse track is great to see and designed for both grass and dirt races, depending on the season, weather, and track conditions. |
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It is fun to place a bet. This just adds to the buildup of the forthcoming race. |
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There is my pick, number 10 to win! The excitement is building as there are 3 minutes to post! |
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Tampa Downs is state of the art, with all the wagering types: Pick Six, Trifecta, Exacta, Daily Double, and Across the Board. |
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Here is the start of a race as they breakout of the starting gate. |
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Everyone is able to get up close to the horses prior to the race. The stables are located on the northern end of the park, and that is the best spot to get an up close view. |
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You will get a chance to see various race types: Stakes, Maiden, Allowance, Handicap, and Claiming Races. |
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The jumbo sized screen helps out when the horses are on the far side and for replays. |
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Tampa Downs is big and offers lots of seat selection, outside, upper deck, and closed circuit TV. |
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We marveled at these wonderful horses, with their awesome speed and power. It was a fantastic day at Tampa Bay Downs! |
