60 Stakes Races Highlight 1/ST RACING TOUR

1/ST RACING TOUR to Deliver Big Jackpots and New Wagers

(HALLANDALE BEACH, FL) February 2, 2023 - 1/ST announces the expansion of its partnership with NBC Sports to broadcast the 1/ST RACING TOUR on NBC, CNBC and Peacock. The 1/ST RACING TOUR is a series of connected coast-to-coast races that kicked off with the record-setting 2023 Pegasus World Cup, on Saturday, January 28. Taking place on the first Saturday of February, March and April, including the Santa Anita Derby and concluding with the legendary Preakness Stakes at Preakness 148, the 1/ST RACING TOUR is an innovative new format that significantly increases the number of televised races showcasing the best in Thoroughbred horse racing.

This connected series provides over 11-hours of expanded racing content, including live coverage of six Triple Crown preps. 1/ST RACING TOUR days feature full race day cards, 60 stakes races, exciting coast-to-coast Pick 5 wagers and six 1/ST handicapping contests. Coordinated post times provide rapid and robust racing action every 20-minutes offering new wagering opportunities for fans along with bigger jackpots.

Coverage of the 1/ST RACING TOUR continues Saturday, February 4, with two-hours of live broadcasts from Gulfstream Park (GSP) and Santa Anita Park (SAP) from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. ET, including two Triple Crown preps - the Holy Bull Stakes and the Robert B. Lewis Stakes.

NBC Sports’ scheduled programming for the 1/ST RACING TOUR on NBC, CNBC and Peacock along with supporting coverage on FanDuelTV, includes:

• Saturday, February 4 - Holy Bull Stakes (GSP) and Robert B. Lewis Stakes (SAP)
• Saturday, March 4 - Fountain of Youth (GSP), Santa Anita Handicap and San Felipe Stakes (SAP)
• Saturday, April 1 - Florida Derby (GSP) and Santa Anita Oaks (SAP)
• Saturday, April 8 - Santa Anita Derby (SAP)
• Saturday, May 20 - 148 Preakness Stakes (Pimlico Race Course)

“While these legendary races are familiar to many, the 1/ST RACING TOUR format brings a fresh and innovative approach to bi-coastal racing,” said Gregg Colvin, Chief Executive Officer, 1/ST CONTENT. “The volume of world-class racing content and the sheer number of televised races we are able to offer on premier race days coupled with big jackpots, new types of wagers and unique hospitality experiences is something that only 1/ST can deliver.”

Franki Dettori, the world’s best jockey, has announced that the 1/ST RACING TOUR is part of his retirement tour. Riding at Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita Park throughout the duration of the tour, fans can witness Thoroughbred horse racing’s GOAT compete in North America for the last time.

Immersive new experiences and innovations including AI virtual 1/ST RACING TOUR races, enhanced gate, jockey and pony cams along with new drone coverage serve to provide elevated and enhanced viewing experiences designed to bring fans closer to the action.

The 1/ST RACING TOUR features elevated hospitality and entertainment experiences at all venues.

For broadcast times and more information on the 1/ST RACING TOUR, visit www.1st.com/tour or follow on social @1st_racing on Twitter or @1stracing on Instagram.

To wager on the 1/ST RACING TOUR, visit www.1stbet.com to download the 1/ST BET app or visit www.xpressbet.com.

Media & Press Inquiries: David Joseph, david.joseph@gulfstreampark.com Mike Willman, mike.willman@santaanitapark.com

About 1/ST The Stronach Group is a world-class technology, entertainment, media, content and real estate development company with Thoroughbred horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering at the core. The company's consumer facing brand 1/ST (pronounced "First") powers The Stronach Group's forward-thinking 1/ST RACING & GAMING, 1/ST CONTENT, 1/ST TECHNOLOGY, 1/ST EXPERIENCE, and 1/ST PROPERTIES businesses, while advocating for and driving the 1/ST HORSE CARE mission. 1/ST represents The Stronach Group's continued movement toward redefining Thoroughbred horse racing and the ecosystem that drives it. 1/ST RACING & GAMING drives the best-in-class horse racing operations and gaming offerings at the company's premier racetracks and training centers including: Santa Anita Park, Golden Gate Fields and San Luis Rey Downs (California); Gulfstream Park – home of the Pegasus World Cup Championship Invitational Series and Palm Meadows Thoroughbred Training Center (Florida); the Maryland Jockey Club at Laurel Park, Pimlico Race Course - home of the legendary Preakness Stakes and Rosecroft Raceway (Maryland). 1/ST CONTENT is the operating group for 1/ST's media and content companies including: Monarch Content Management, Elite, TSG Global Wagering Solutions (GWS) and XBTV. 1/ST TECHNOLOGY is horse racing's largest racing and gaming technology company offering world-class products via its AmTote, Xpressbet, 1/ST BET, XB SELECT, XB NET, PariMAX and Betmix brands. 1/ST EXPERIENCE blends the worlds of sports, entertainment and hospitality through elevated national and local venue management and hospitality, strategic partnerships and sponsorships. 1/ST PROPERTIES is responsible for the development of the company's live, work and play communities surrounding its racing venues, including: The Village at Gulfstream Park (Florida) and Paddock Pointe (Maryland). As the advocate for critical industry reforms and by making meaningful investments into aftercare programs for retired horses and jockeys, 1/ST HORSE CARE represents The Stronach Group's commitment to achieving the highest level of horse and rider care and safety standards in Thoroughbred horse racing on and off the track. For more information, please visit www.1st.com or follow @1ST_racing on Twitter or @1stracing on Instagram and Facebook.