Fox Sports Coverage of Del Mar in Addition to Saratoga Aligns Perfectly with Past the Wire Expansion

They Say Timing is Everything

The new Fox Sports deal to televise Del Mar racing is a massive win for the sport, and the timing couldn’t be better. Beginning with live coverage of the Pacific Classic on FS1 and expanding into full, exclusive coverage starting in 2027, Fox Sports will now showcase horse racing’s two premier summer meets—Saratoga on the East Coast and Del Mar on the West Coast, on national television.

This mainstream exposure is fantastic for the industry, and it aligns perfectly with the growth we are experiencing at Past the Wire.

Our Perspective and Expanding Platform

• Exponential Reach: As national racing coverage expands, our presence is growing rapidly alongside it. We are expanding to the John Frederick’s Media Network (JFMN), bringing our shows to Roku, Apple TV, Firestick, JFMN radio stations, YouTube, and online streaming.
• Distinct Focus: Live racing broadcasts are designed for a general audience, whereas our mission has always been to deliver high-level wagering insight and deep handicapping analysis that goes far beyond traditional network coverage.
• Analyst vs. Professional Bettor: There is a clear distinction between a mainstream TV analyst and professional bettors. The information we provide caters to serious horseplayers looking for an edge.
• News: While we cover news, we have never been considered a trade publication nor have we been filtered in our coverage. Add that to information the gamblers, who are racing’s core customers want to hear,
• Zero Conflict, Perfect Synergies: Because our broadcasts generally wrap up before the network shows begin, there is no conflict in timing or content.

Ultimately, Fox Sports putting Saratoga and Del Mar side-by-side on national TV elevates the entire sport—and for us at Past the Wire, it creates the ideal backdrop as we take our analysis to an even bigger stage.