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Rainbow Futurity(G1) and Derby(G1) To Be Broadcast Live On Ride-TV On Saturday and Sunday
Live-coverage of the 2017 Rainbow Futurity and Derby, from Ruidoso Downs, can been seen on Ride-TV this weekend.

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Rainbow Futurity(G1) and Derby(G1) To Be Broadcast Live On Ride-TV On Saturday and Sunday

RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM—JULY 19, 2017—RIDE-TV, a horse-focused television network that can be seen on Dish Network (Channel 248) and other outlets throughout the nation, will be providing live coverage of the $1.15-million Rainbow Derby(G1) and the $1-million Rainbow Futurity(G1) this weekend.

The 2017 Ruidoso Futurity(G1) co-champions, Eagle Jazz and Uptown Dynasty, headline the weekend of stakes events at Ruidoso Downs on Sunday. The 2017 Rainbow Derby(G1) fastest qualifier, Hold Air Hostage, leads a field of ten top ranked 3-year olds in the $1.15-million dollar finals.

Veteran-horse racing analyst, Tom Dawson, will host the coverage for Ride TV. Coverage begins on Saturday July 22, 2017 at 5pm EST with the $100,000 Corona Cartel, followed by coverage of the $1.15-million Rainbow Derby(G1) at 7pm EST. On Sunday July 23, 2017, the Rainbow Juvenile is the first featured stakes event on Ride TV’s coverage at 5pm EST, followed by the telecast of the 2017 Rainbow Futurity(G1) at 6pm EST.

RIDE TV is a 24-hour, high-definition network dedicated to showcasing the horse culture and lifestyle. You can also enjoy Ride TV on:

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  • PemTel (36SD) and Viking Broadband (19SD)

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