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The New York Racing Association has announced the lineup for the upcoming Jim Dandy race at Saratoga Race Course, featuring Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winner Sovereignty. The race, scheduled for this weekend, includes other contenders such as Sandman, Baeza, Mo Plex, and Hill Road. The Jim Dandy is a key preparatory race for the prestigious Travers Stakes, which will take place on August 23. Tickets for the event are still available for purchase at nyra.com/saratoga.
Sovereignty, having already secured victories in both the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont Stakes, is expected to be a strong competitor in the Jim Dandy. The race serves as an important stepping stone for horses aiming to compete in the Travers Stakes, often referred to as the "Mid-Summer Derby."