Russell Wilson’s horse Club Reign wins debut race at Saratoga

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Russell Wilson’s horse Club Reign wins debut race at Saratoga
Summary

Club Reign, a two-year-old colt co-owned by Russell Wilson, secured victory in its debut race on August 29, 2026, at Saratoga Race Track. The horse, ridden by jockey Edgard Zayas, won by six lengths, going off as an 8-1 favorite, and paid $18.72. Wilson, who recently retired from the NFL and is set to join CBS Sports as a studio analyst, expressed joy over the win, comparing the achievement to winning a Super Bowl. He and his wife Ciara have previously attended the Kentucky Derby and became involved in thoroughbred ownership following a chance encounter at the event.

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  • Club Reign won its debut race at Saratoga by six lengths.
  • Russell Wilson co-owns the horse, purchased for $475,000 in April.
  • Jockey Edgard Zayas and trainer Whit Beckman played key roles in the win.
  • Wilson recently retired from the NFL after 14 seasons.
  • The colt was an 8-1 favorite and paid $18.72 after the race.
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Wilson and his wife Ciara are regulars at the Kentucky Derby.

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