1/ST, the innovative brand behind North America’s most prestigious Thoroughbred horse racing, entertainment and wagering events, in partnership with The h.wood Group, introduced The California Crown, LA’s newest entertainment event, setting the stage for a new California tradition at the intersection of sports, entertainment and luxury lifestyle, at Santa Anita Park on Saturday, September 28.
Belinda Stronach, Chairman and CEO, 1/ST and John Terzian, Co-Founder of The h.wood Group, welcomed VIP guests including Beyoncé, Cher, JAY-Z, Sharon Stone, Kathy Griffin, Mario Lopez, Richard Stark, Laurie Lynn Stark, Jesse Metcalf, Allison Janney, Damson Idris, Rachel Harris, Bobby Flay, Symba, The Compton Cowboys and more.
“The inaugural California Crown showcased that Thoroughbred racing and West Coast chic go hand-in-hand. Our vision to bring an elevated entertainment, lifestyle, hospitality and wagering experience came to life with the collaboration of our partners, The h.wood Group, Chrome Hearts, SirDavis American Whisky, and the fantastic team at 1/ST and Santa Anita Park – The Great Race Place! To everyone in attendance, thank you for kicking off The California Crown with style!” said Belinda Stronach, Chairman and CEO, 1/ST.
The California Crown (GI) presented by SirDavis American Whisky was won by Argentina’s Subsanador, owned by Wathnan Racing, trained by Richard Mandella and ridden by jockey Mike Smith. In addition to the $1 million purse, the first-ever California Crown championship trophy designed by Chrome Hearts, was presented to the winning connections by Belinda Stronach alongside Cher and Chrome Heart’s Co-Founder Laurie Lynn Stark.