1.3K views · 38 reactions | The final of our top 3 memorable races: It was just after 2pm on June 24. We all had a stake in this race and it really didn’t matter who won. Horse racing was the first professional sport to return to the state. All the media outlets were here to cover the event. Although there were so many unknowns at the time, the race meet continued without interruption through its conclusion at the end of October. | Emerald Downs | Facebook