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Russell Wilson's Club Reign wins first race on Travers Day at Saratoga

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Russell Wilson's Club Reign wins first race on Travers Day at Saratoga
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On Travers Day at Saratoga Race Course, retired NFL quarterback Russell Wilson celebrated his first win as a horse owner with Club Reign. The horse, ridden by Edgard Zayas, secured a six-length victory in the opening race of the day. Wilson, co-owner of Three Brand Racing, expressed excitement over the win and his family’s involvement in horse racing, inspired by personal connections to the sport. The victory comes shortly after Wilson's retirement from the NFL, where he had a successful career, including a Super Bowl win in 2014.

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  • •Club Reign won the first race on Travers Day by six lengths.
  • •Russell Wilson is a co-owner of Three Brand Racing.
  • •The horse was ridden by Edgard Zayas.
  • •Wilson expressed excitement over his family's involvement in horse racing.
  • •Wilson retired from the NFL after a notable 14-year career.
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  • 5:07 PMYahoo Sports — 'Let's ride.' Super Bowl-winning QB Russell Wilson earns horse racing win with 1st-ever starter on Travers Day
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Travers Day at Saratoga started with retired NFL QB Russell Wilson earning his first-ever win as a horse owner with Club Reign.

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