MAY THE HORSE BE WITH YOU: PACK AT THE TRACK by Pack, Harvey

MAY THE HORSE BE WITH YOU: PACK AT THE TRACK
by Pack, Harvey
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This memoir includes Pack's earliest experiences at the track. It begins with the story of his childhood when his father used to pay him to take the first train out to Belmont from New York City to hold seats for him and a friend, to his experiences in the army when a certain Colonel made him his personal handicapper at Atlantic City racecourse after discovering Harvey's interest in horses. It describe his experiences as a fan in the 1950s and 60s, and the genesis of his radio show, Pack at the Track, which eventually led to his getting a job at the New York Racing Association where his accomplishments included starting the Paddock Club, starting and hosting the popular the racing recap show, and renting the parking lot. In the 1980s, Pack gained national and then international fame as the host of various broadcasts of the Breeders' Cup, while he continued working at NYRA and hosting the recap show. He was also the host of the Daily Racing Form seminars , where he presides over a panel of rotating handicappers, still offering his wit and wisdom to fans . 159 pages, hardbound, 2007.

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