 Arlington's signature statue of John Henry winning the first Arlington Million by a nose over The Bart on the balcony overlooking the paddock. |
Dateline: 08/19/00
Million day had lots of excitement going on. Here are a few photos of the scenery and people at Arlington.
The festivities started off with a joust and sword fight by two of the nights from Medieval Times.
Local bands performed as part of the opening ceremonies.
The jockeys for the stakes races were presented. From left to right they are: Alex Solis, Shane Sellers, Michael Kinane, Todd Kabel, Mark Guidry, Chris Emigh, Olivier Doleuze, Frankie Dettori, Kent Desormeaux, Brice Blanc, Jerry Bailey, Robbie Alberado, Eddie Ahern
The trophies for the big races. From left to right: Secretariat Stakes, Beverly D., Emirates World Series, and Arlington Million.
Racing officials from around the world were on hand for the opening ceremonies.
Even the outrider's horses got in the spirit with braids and decorations.
Charlsie Cantey practices her lines before the start of the telecast.
Steve Cauthen and Chris Lincoln were broadcasting from the balcony overlooking the paddock.
Kids clamor for jockey Michael Kinane to give them his goggles after winning the Secretariat Stakes. It is a tradition at Arlington for the winning jockey to give out a pair of goggles to the kids on each side of the exit to the tunnel after each race.
The lovely paddock and walking ring at Arlington International.
Another view of the paddock from the third floor taken before the races started.
Panoramic view of the entire track spliced together from 3 separate photos. The infield is quite lovely.
Panoramic view of the Arlington grandstand spliced together from 2 photos.
Photos by Cindy Pierson and Terence Dulay
