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his “And down the stretch they come!” signature call will handle the mike at the Gold Cup. Dave Johnson announced the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes on ABC Sports from 1987-2000.
“To be able to secure two high-profile announcers was a priority," added Raffetto
“Dave Johnson is one of the most recognizable voices in the sport, while Mark Johnson has called (some of the world’s 1 most famous races."
“The voice of Virginia steeplechasing," Warren ton’s Will O’Keefe, will be on hand at Great Meadow to share in announcing duties, Allison said.
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The inaugural championship day will also mark the first time that U S. steeplechasing will be simulcast and pari-mutuel wagering offered on their races. Plans are in the works for an international Web site to establish wagering pools and to offer betting to various outlets around the globe.
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