2026 Travers Stakes Picks & Predictions + Charles Town & Del Mar
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Travers Week is here! Jared Welch and Aaron Halterman break down the 2026 Travers Stakes (G1) at Saratoga, one of the biggest races of the entire summer. They go through the field, pace scenario, top contenders, betting strategy, and give their official Travers picks.
Then it’s rapid-fire picks for three more major Saturday stakes:
- Charles Town Classic (G2)
- Pat O’Brien Stakes (G2) at Del Mar — Breeders’ Cup Challenge (Dirt Mile)
- Del Mar Handicap (G2) — Breeders’ Cup Challenge (Longines Turf)
Plus, Jared and Aaron return with Week 3 of the Seeing Double Power Play, each putting another $20 Daily Double on the line.
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