John B. Connally Turf

A total of 22 stakes with purses totaling $2.5 million will take place throughout the 42-day Thoroughbred meet at Sam Houston Race Park, which begins its 31st live racing season Friday, Jan. 3. The annual Houston Racing Festival is set for Saturday, Jan. 25, with five stakes, anchored by the GIII Houston Ladies Classic and the GIII John B. Connally Turf. "We are committed to presenting an exciting racing season and engaging horseplayers, no matter their level of experience," said Bryan Pettigrew, Sam Houston Race Park's Vice President and General...