A contestant on The Price is Right won a Travers Day VIP package after capturing the Showcase Showdown on Thursday’s episode of the iconic game show.
The woman, whose name tag said “Tatiana,” won the package that includes a trip to Saratoga Race Course for the 2011 Travers Stakes, a trip to Scotland, and a sailboat worth a combined value of $37,666. “Tatiana” guessed that the actual retail price was $35,000 and won when her competitor underbid a separate prize package by more than $8,000.
“We look forward to welcoming the winner this summer and showcasing all that Saratoga Race Course and Travers Day have to offer,” said New York Racing Association President and CEO Charles Hayward. “We expect the winner will have an experience as memorable as the one thousands of other fans do each year at the track and the Travers. As a resident of Saratoga, it was quite a thrill for me to see the city featured on one of the most popular game shows in history.”
The Ultimate Travers Day VIP Experience package includes the following amenities:
- A three-night stay at the luxurious Saratoga Arms hotel.
- A complimentary breakfast table at the track on Travers Day to view the morning workouts.
- A complimentary table in the Turf Terrace, Saratoga’s full-service restaurant located in the historic Clubhouse, from which to watch the races throughout the day.
- A VIP paddock tour, Travers merchandise, and the opportunity to present a trophy in the winner’s circle on Travers Day.
“Our entire staff is very excited about hosting the winner of the game show The Price Is Right, during one of the most exciting weeks of our racing season. From sitting in our rockers on our flower-filled front porch, to our Irish breakfasts and spa facilities she will be treated like royalty -- as we treat all our guests who return every year for the Saratoga races,” said Kathleen Smith, a proprietor of the elegant Saratoga Arms Hotel.
“NYRA and Saratoga Arms deserve the credit for their willingness to put together a prize package that showcases a lot of what makes Saratoga so special,” said Todd L. Shimkus, President of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce. “The exposure our community received today by being on this show is a great way to jump start the promotion of Saratoga County and the 2011 Saratoga Race Course meet.”
Today’s edition of The Price is Right is available for viewing online at http://bit.ly/ia3t3D
The 142nd running of the Grade 1, $1 million Travers Stakes will be held on Saturday, August 27. The Travers is the oldest major stakes race in the country for 3-year-olds, dating back to 1864.
Saratoga Race Course will celebrate its 143rd season with opening day on Friday, July 22. The racing meet runs for 40 days through Monday, September 5 (Labor Day). There is live racing daily except Tuesdays. For more information, visit www.nyra.com.
About Saratoga Arms:
The award winning Saratoga Arms hotel, under the personal supervision of the owners, is located in the heart of beautiful Saratoga Springs, NY. This elegant hotel offers unmatched intimate charm and the feeling of being welcomed home in grand Saratoga style. It is located at 497 Broadway in Saratoga Springs, NY. For more information, visit www.SaratogaArms.com. Contact Amy Smith, Saratoga Arms 518-584-1775.
About The New York Racing Association:
Founded in 1955, and franchised to run thoroughbred racing at New York’s three major tracks through 2033, NYRA boasts a lineage that actually stretches back almost 150 years. NYRA tracks are the cornerstone of the state’s thoroughbred business which contributes more than $2 billion annually to New York State’s urban, suburban and rural economy. In 2010, more than 1.6 million people attended the live races at NYRA tracks. Factoring in nationwide off-track wagering, the average daily betting handle on NYRA races totals more than $8.7 million. NYRA has a vast network of websites, including www.nyra.com, www.belmontstakes.com, and www.nyragroupsales.com. You can also follow NYRA on social media platforms Facebook, Flickr, Twitter, and YouTube.
